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Your Complete Guide to Artificial Grass in New Zealand

Artificial grass has become one of New Zealand’s most popular landscaping solutions. Whether you’re looking for a beautiful residential lawn, a pet-friendly outdoor space, a custom putting green, or a low-maintenance commercial landscape, modern artificial grass offers a practical and attractive alternative to natural turf.

At Unreal Lawns, we provide premium artificial grass products, professional installation services, and expert advice to help you create an outdoor space that looks fantastic year-round.

Comparing standard synthetic grass against Unreal Lawns engineered turf systems

Turf System Feature Standard Synthetic Grass Unreal Lawns Engineered System
Fibre Polymer Architecture Basic Polypropylene (100% PP) TrueRoll High-Density PE/PP Hybrid Yarn
Backing & Drainage Matrix Standard Latex / Punch-Hole FlowTech Open Mesh / Commercial PU Backing
Sub-Base Underlayment Direct Sand or Crushed Aggregate SafeBase Shockpad System (10mm, 30mm, 50mm)
Thermal & Hygiene Technology Standard Absorbent Fibres Cool Turf 5-in-1 (IR-Reflective & Antibacterial)
Infill & Odour Control Unrated Silica Sand Only Premium Silica Sand (Zeolite Pet Infill Upgrade)

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Residential Artificial Grass

Enjoy a lush, realistic lawn with no mowing, watering, or muddy patches. Perfect for busy homeowners wanting a beautiful outdoor space without ongoing maintenance.

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Artificial Grass Installation

Professional installation ensures your lawn looks natural, drains correctly, and performs for years. Our experienced teams install artificial grass across New Zealand.

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DIY Installers

Planning to install artificial grass yourself? We supply premium turf, specialist infill, and practical guidance to help DIY homeowners achieve professional-grade results.

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Artificial Grass Maintenance

Artificial grass requires minimal upkeep, but occasional grooming and cleaning help maximize its lifespan, drainage performance, and appearance.

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Artificial Grass For Pets

Durable, fast-draining, and easy to clean, pet-friendly artificial grass creates a cleaner, mud-free outdoor environment for dogs and pets.

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Cool Turf

Designed to stay up to 20% cooler underfoot than traditional synthetic grass, Cool Turf is ideal for sunny Kiwi backyards, families, pets, and outdoor entertainment areas.

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Putting Greens

Bring your short game home with a custom artificial putting green built using TrueRoll turf technology for true ball roll, realistic green speeds, and year-round practice.

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Commercial Artificial Grass

High-performance, low-maintenance turf solutions for schools, early learning centres, gyms, public spaces, and commercial landscapes.

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Why Choose Artificial Grass?

Artificial grass offers a practical solution for homeowners and businesses looking to reduce maintenance while enjoying a green, attractive outdoor space throughout the year.

Benefits of artificial grass include:

• No mowing

• No watering

• No fertilising

• Reduced maintenance costs

• Mud-free outdoor spaces

• Pet-friendly surfaces

• Consistent appearance year-round

• Long lifespan

• Suitable for residential and commercial applications

• Excellent drainage performance

For many New Zealand property owners, artificial grass provides an attractive long-term alternative to natural lawns.

Cool Turf heat-reducing artificial grass installed in a sunny New Zealand residential backyard.

Engineered for New Zealand Weather & High-UV Conditions

Not all artificial grass is created equal. Unreal Lawns provides complete, engineered turf systems designed specifically for Aotearoa’s intense sunlight and high-rainfall climate.

Our installations combine high-density polyolefin turf fibers with a commercial Polyurethane (PU) backing that will not shrink, rot, or degrade in damp soil. When paired with our SafeBase shockpad, FlowTech Open Mesh backing, and Zeolite organic infill, your lawn delivers superior shock absorption, 100% fluid drainage, and cooler surface temperatures all year round.

  • TrueRoll Hybrid Yarn: High-density polyethylene and polypropylene blend for natural resilience.

  • FlowTech Open Mesh: Fully draining backing system that eliminates standing water and pet urine pooling.

  • SafeBase Shockpad: 10mm sub-surface cushion providing safety and long-term base stability.

  • Zeolite Organic Infill: Natural mineral infill that traps odor and creates active evaporative cooling.

What Is Artificial Grass?

Artificial grass is a manufactured surface designed to replicate the appearance and feel of natural grass.

Modern artificial grass products use advanced fibre technology, realistic colour blends, and durable backing systems to create lawns that look natural while requiring significantly less maintenance than traditional turf.

Unlike natural grass, artificial turf does not require mowing, watering, fertilising, or reseeding. This makes it a popular choice for homes, schools, childcare centres, sports facilities, businesses, and public spaces throughout New Zealand.

Why Homeowners Choose Artificial Grass

🏡 Low Maintenance Living

Eliminate endless mowing, edging, line trimming, and lawn irrigation. Enjoy a vibrant, tidy green space year-round with just occasional light brushing and leaf removal.

🐾 Mud-Free & Pet Friendly

No more muddy paws or tracked dirt inside the house during winter. Paired with fast-draining backings, pet waste cleans up effortlessly.

☀️ Cool & Kid Safe

Soft, non-toxic, and hypoallergenic surfaces engineered for family play. Upgrade to Cool Turf or SafeBase shockpads for added heat reduction and impact safety.

🌧️ All-Weather Durability

Built for New Zealand's harsh UV rays and heavy rainfall. Commercial PU backing prevents shrinking, tearing, or waterlogging in damp soils.

Where Can Artificial Grass Be Installed?

Residential & Outdoor Living

  • Residential lawns & backyards
  • Dedicated pet lawns & runs
  • Swimming pool surrounds
  • Patios, courtyards & outdoor entertainment areas
  • Rooftop gardens & apartment balconies

Sports, Education & Commercial

  • Custom home putting greens
  • Schools & childcare play areas (with SafeBase CFH shockpads)
  • Multi-sport courts & school ovals
  • Gyms & indoor fitness turf tracks
  • Commercial landscapes & office surrounds
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How to Choose the Right Artificial Grass

Choosing the right artificial grass depends on how the area will be used.

Factors to consider include:

Pile Height

Different pile heights provide different appearances and performance characteristics.

Density

Higher-density turf generally creates a fuller, more luxurious appearance.

Drainage

Fast-draining products are often preferred for pet areas and high-use spaces.

Intended Use

Residential lawns, schools, sports facilities, putting greens, and commercial projects often require different turf specifications.

Our team can help recommend the most suitable artificial grass product based on your property, budget, and goals.

Artificial Grass Maintenance

Artificial grass requires very little maintenance compared to natural lawns.

Simple maintenance tasks include:

• Removing leaves and debris

• Occasional brushing

• Rinsing when required

• Managing infill levels

• Professional grooming when needed

With proper care, quality artificial grass can maintain its appearance and performance for many years.

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Artificial Turf Maintenance

How Much Does Artificial Grass Cost?

While artificial grass involves a higher initial investment than sowing lawn seed or laying instant roll turf, it delivers substantial long-term value by eliminating ongoing lawn care expenses. The total investment for an engineered artificial lawn depends on several site-specific and technical factors:

  • Total Project Area Size: Larger projects benefit from economies of scale on materials, aggregate base supplies, and installation labour per square metre.

  • Turf & System Selection: Choosing specialized turf systems—such as high-density TrueRoll hybrid turf, our premium Cool Turf 5-in-1 system, or adding an optional SafeBase shockpad or Zeolite pet infill—will influence total product cost.

  • Sub-Base & Excavation Work: Existing lawn removal, soil excavation depth, site access, and the volume of crushed aggregate required for a stable sub-base directly impact preparation costs.

  • Site Drainage & Perimeter Edging: Complex backyard layouts requiring custom timber or concrete perimeters, subsurface drainage coils, or detailed cutting around gardens and paved areas require additional installation time.

Long-Term Return on Investment

Over a typical 12 to 15+ year lifespan, an engineered artificial grass system pays for itself by completely removing ongoing lawn expenses. Homeowners save thousands of dollars on:

  • Weekly or fortnightly lawn mowing services

  • High summer water bills from lawn irrigation

  • Seasonal lawn fertilisers, weed sprays, and re-seeding supplies

  • Petrol, maintenance, and replacement costs for lawn mowers and line trimmers

Investing in a professionally installed artificial lawn provides a mud-free, lush green outdoor space that retains its value, appearance, and functionality season after season.

Artificial Grass Across New Zealand

Unreal Lawns provides professional artificial grass supply and installation teams across Aotearoa. Our local service hubs include:

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Explore Our Artificial Grass Guides

Whether you’re researching artificial grass for your home, business, school, or sports facility, these guides will help you compare products, understand installation, estimate costs, and choose the best artificial grass solution for your project.

Helpful guides:

Artificial Grass Installation – Learn how professional installation creates a beautiful, long-lasting artificial lawn with excellent drainage and a natural appearance.

Artificial Grass Prices – Understand the factors that influence the cost of artificial grass, installation, and choosing the right solution for your budget.

Artificial Grass Maintenance – Discover how easy artificial grass is to maintain and learn practical tips for keeping your lawn looking its best.

Cool Turf Technology – Explore our innovative Cool Turf Technology and discover how it helps create a cooler, more comfortable artificial grass surface.

Residential Artificial Grass – See why more New Zealand homeowners are choosing artificial grass for beautiful, low-maintenance outdoor living.

Commercial Artificial Grass – Discover artificial grass solutions for businesses, schools, gyms, commercial landscapes, and public spaces.

Artificial Sports Turf – Learn about high-performance artificial turf systems for sports clubs, schools, playgrounds, and recreational facilities.

Artificial Grass for Pets – Find out why artificial grass is a clean, safe, and practical solution for pets and their owners.

DIY Artificial Grass – Thinking about installing artificial grass yourself? Explore our DIY guides, products, and installation advice.

Whether you’re planning a small backyard project or a large commercial development, these guides will help you make informed decisions and choose the right artificial grass solution for your needs.

Artificial Grass FAQs

What is New Zealand artificial grass made from?
Our artificial grass is constructed using UV-stabilized polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) yarns, bonded to a commercial Polyurethane (PU) backing designed for long-term outdoor durability.
How does artificial grass perform in high-UV NZ sunlight?
Unreal Lawns utilizes IR-reflective yarn pigments in our Cool Turf range that reflect solar radiation, keeping the lawn up to 20% cooler underfoot while preventing UV fading or fiber breakdown.
What backing system provides the best drainage for pets?
Our FlowTech open mesh backing provides maximum fluid drainage across 100% of the surface area, preventing urine pooling and odor buildup when combined with an optional Zeolite organic pet infill upgrade.
What is SafeBase and which thickness do I need?
SafeBase is an under-turf shockpad system. SafeBase 10mm is used for residential lawn comfort and multi-sport performance, while SafeBase 30mm and 50mm are certified for Critical Fall Height (CFH) safety protection in school playgrounds and childcare centres.
How long does professional artificial grass last in New Zealand?
High-density polyolefin turf with a commercial PU backing typically carries a lifespan of 12 to 15+ years under normal residential and commercial use.
Can artificial grass be installed around saltwater and chlorine pools?
Yes. Our polyolefin turf fibers and PU backing resist salt corrosion and chlorine splash-back without splitting or discoloring.
What base preparation is required for artificial grass installation?
Professional installation requires excavating existing lawn, installing a compacted aggregate base, laying a geotextile weed barrier, and securing the turf perimeter.

Ready to Transform Your Outdoor Space?

Whether you’re planning a residential lawn, pet area, putting green, sports surface, or commercial project, Unreal Lawns can help.

Our team can assess your site, explain your options, and recommend the best artificial grass solution for your needs.

Contact Unreal Lawns today for a free consultation and tailored quote.

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