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People have fake grass installed in their backyard for all sorts of reasons. Typically they want a lush green lawn all year around, regardless of climate considerations and mowing demands. Fortunately, consumers are spoilt for choice these days as there is a very wide range of outdoor fake grasses available, with artificial grass installation providing…

What is astroturf, you may wonder?  Astroturf is a generic name given to artificial turf or grass used in sport and playing surfaces.  Originating in the year 1965, astroturf was originally a short length synthetic turf that has since evolved to a taller length with more infill to replicate real grass in playing fields. Impressively…

Maccas Grasses was approached by the owners of Breeze Bar in Airlie Beach to help them solve a problem with the landscaping of their outdoor bar area. The footpath pavers in the outdoor bar experienced high traffic flow and a lot of spillage. Consequently, the owners were having to scrub the floor on a weekly…

This stunning artificial grass landscaping installation overlooking the Port of Airlie Marina at Airlie Beach in Queensland was recently completed by Maccas Synthetic Grasses in consultation with a local architect and builder. The project was quite unique as the artificial grass was actually installed on top of a concrete roof, encompassing an area of approximately…

In a world of do-it-yourselfers, it’s tempting to install artificial grass without the help of a professional.  After all, what could possibly be so hard about artificial grass installation?  Take it from us here at Maccas Synthetic Grass, with over 20 years of experience in the landscaping industry, the best artificial grass installation is a…

Ask most consumers of artificial grass the non-negotiable trait they’re seeking, and most will respond, “I want it to look real.” Understandably, there’s nothing worse than seeking artificial grass installation as a low-maintenance cosmetic investment to your home, only to be left with artificial grass that looks truly, well.. artificial.  However, after over 20 years…

Artificial turf grass is an undeniable alternative to the real thing.  Saving you time on maintenance, upkeep costs and even preserving water supply, synthetic turf can be the perfect addition to any home.  While most people use artificial grass installation primarily in their front yard, here are a few honourable mentions for artificial grass installation…

Artificial turf has proven to minimise water costs, lessen time spent on maintenance and provide a well kept lawn year round.  But, is it a good surface for our furry friends?  Below we’ll go through some of the most common questions that arise when considering installing artificial lawn grass as it relates to dogs and…

Installing artificial grass landscaping makes perfect sense for landscapes that we just want to be visually pleasing. However, landscapes that are heavily walked on like those of child play areas and backyards, require much more than just looking good. Different landscapes of course have different requirements, and with so many artificial grass landscaping options to…

Installing artificial grass lawns in comparison to natural grass lawns has its advantages and disadvantages. It can be hard to make the best decision when you might not know which one that is. It’s important to provide the best version of grass to promote minimal maintenance, the best overall display and the ideal landscaping for…