In 2006 the Office of Aviation Research and Development conducted a study regarding the use of synthetic grass in airports. The use of synthetic grass at airports was seen as a good idea for a variety of reasons. It was a method of controlling soil erosion, it has lower maintenance whilst keeping the good looks of natural grass, it is cost effective and it has wildlife and foreign object debris mitigation.

 

The report highlighted concerns that the airports had such as resistance to jet blasts and the effect of things such as fuel or de-icer on the artificial grass surface. However, the report found that the airports involved in the study were satisfied with the performance of their fake grass even under these harsh conditions.

As a result of this, and subsequent studies the use of artificial grass at airports has become increasingly common.

 

The benefits that artificial grass can bring to an airport are very similar to those that can be brought to you at home.

The artificial grass remains a solid surface regardless of weather. At an airport this means safety vehicles can access the runway at all times as the artificial grass doesn’t become muddy. In your garden it means you can enjoy it each day regardless of what previous weather has been like.  There will be no pools of standing water or muddy trails. The fact that the surface doesn’t become muddy and churned also helps to prevent soil erosion which can be a major issue at airports.

 

Synthetic grass is a bright green colour meaning it is highly visible in the airfield. At home the lovely green colour of the grass will remain, regardless of if there is a drought. Natural grass dries up and changes colour in the sunlight but your synthetic grass will continue to provide a green colour pop regardless or weather.

The fact fake grass is low maintenance is immediately beneficial to all users regardless of if they are aeronautical professionals or an amateur gardener. It is also cost effective as it doesn’t require cutting, weeding or fertilising.

 

If you can see the advantages of synthetic grass and would like to learn more then contact the experts at Express Grass. They will be able to help with all your artificial grass needs whether you want some for your back garden or have visions of your own personal airfield!!