Artificial grass landscapes have become an increasingly popular choice for pool decks due to their striking beauty and functional benefits. Whereas hardscaping brings burning-hot temperatures and slip risks, and natural grass brings mud puddles and pests, synthetic grass offers the best of everything. With low maintenance requirements, no soil or mud, no standing water, no loose grass blades, and a soft, plush underfoot texture, synthetic turf is the obvious choice for modern pool decks.

However, not all synthetic turf is created equal, and some products offer enhanced benefits over other varieties. If you want to maximize safety, durability, and enjoyment of your new pool deck, here’s what to look for when choosing your wholesale artificial turf.

Efficient Drainage

With the constant splashes and spills that come with pool use, efficient drainage is one of the most critical aspects of any high-quality turf installation. When artificial grass doesn’t drain adequately, water can pool on the surface, leading to mildew, foul odors, and slip hazards.

When searching for the right synthetic turf for your pool deck installation, look for turf products with permeable backings and drainage rates of at least 30 inches per hour per square yard. You should also always install your synthetic grass with a drainage grid for maximum drainage capabilities. This will ensure that your pool deck is always kept dry and safe for the whole family, no matter how many cannonballs they do.

UV Protection

Pool decks are constantly exposed to two major elements: water and sun. While efficient drainage helps you tackle the constant water, UV inhibitors will help you tackle the constant sun. When shopping around for synthetic grass, make sure that any product you choose is manufactured with UV inhibitors to prevent premature color fading under constant sunlight.

Premium artificial grass is manufactured with UV inhibitors that coat each turf blade and help preserve its vibrant green hue all summer long, year after year. By preventing color fading, you not only ensure your pool deck looks its best but also reduce the need for frequent repairs or replacements, maximizing the value of your investment.

Secure Tuft Bind

A busy pool deck experiences plenty of foot traffic, whether it’s kids running around with bare feet or pets trotting back and forth under the sun. With natural grass, this almost always leads to broken grass blades that inevitably get tracked into the pool, clogging up your filter, or tracked through the house after the day’s activities.

When choosing a synthetic grass product for your pool deck, choose a product with a secure tuft bind. Tuft bind refers to how tightly the synthetic fibers are secured into the backing and how much pull force it can withstand without the blades becoming loose or ripping. At SGW, all of our synthetic turf products feature a durable, proprietary backing, where each grass blade is triple-reinforced through tuft bind technology. This keeps your grass blades securely in place, so you never have to worry about wet, clingy grass blades floating in your pool again.

Heat-Reflective Technology

One of the main concerns when choosing a pool deck material is surface heat buildup. With kids and pets using the pool deck, often with bare feet, many homeowners prioritize choosing a pool deck material that will minimize discomfort under the hot sun.

Synthetic grass already offers many comfort benefits over hardscaping, with a soft, comfortable texture underfoot as well as reduced temperatures. However, by choosing a product with heat-reflective TigerCool technology, you can reduce surface temperatures even further — by up to 15 percent — and ensure your family is as safe, cool, and comfortable as possible all summer long.

If you need guidance in choosing the right artificial turf products for your poolside oasis, speak to your installer or contact your local Synthetic Grass Warehouse location today. We can help you find the perfect synthetic grass products and installation accessories for your project’s unique needs. Synthetic Grass Warehouse has been an industry leader for more than 20 years, helping distributors, installers, and homeowners alike. To find out more about wholesale synthetic turf or to receive guidance with your next artificial grass installation, contact your local Synthetic Grass Warehouse facility today.