Whether you’re a school administrator, an in-home daycare operator, or working for your local parks department, we know you value children’s health and well-being on the playground. If you’re planning a new playground build, balancing outdoor fun with safety is a priority. Playgrounds help kids burn off steam, build strength, and boost their developing sense […]
So, you’ve finally decided to install that artificial turf backyard. Now the only thing standing between you and a beautiful outdoor space is one final project: installing artificial turf infill. Infill makes up the foundation of an artificial turf system, holding it all together. With properly installed artificial turf, 90% of the weight should be […]
There was a time when choosing the type of artificial turf for an athletic playing surface, lawn, or putting green was easy. In fact, there was no choice at all. Originally sold under the name ChemGrass after its invention in 1965, the renowned product changed its name to AstroTurf after it was installed at the […]
You may have had an inkling, but in case you didn’t know, anyone who golfs secretly wishes they had a putting green in their backyard. Even casual golfers who only go to the course once in a blue moon have considered the idea at one time or another. And why wouldn’t they? The ability to […]
Are you designing a backyard oasis for your family at home? Safe, non-toxic, environmentally-friendly options are just an order away –but which one should you choose? Motz proudly offers two turf infill options that lead the way for the new generation of artificial grass products that are earth-friendly, toxin and allergen-free, and ideal for homes […]
It’s well established that synthetic turf looks great year-round, unlike natural grass. But it can actually be the better pick for the environment, too. That may seem counterintuitive. After all, how can artificial grass be more environmentally friendly than plain old natural grass? The truth, though, is that synthetic turf systems — especially those that […]
Longevity matters. If you’ve chosen artificial turf over natural grass, that’s clearly something you already believe. But for a turf system to truly be designed to last, it’s not just the quality of your turf that counts. You’ll also want to be mindful when choosing the type of infill you pair it with. Infill is […]
Summertime conjures up no shortage of nostalgia, from the sound of ice clinking in lemonade glasses to bare feet scampering across lawns in pursuit of fireflies. If you’re anything like us, spending the maximum amount of time outdoors possible is always the goal for this season. One of the most sure-fire ways of doing that? […]
Good landscape architecture has always been about where functionality meets inspiration. That’s true. But these days? Good landscape design includes sustainability, too. Because our world is changing. As our environment shifts, we must respond by changing how we design urban landscapes. Sustainability is more than a buzzword now — it’s here to stay. So it’s […]
Imagine: you’re on your backyard patio, reveling in this year’s first summer barbeque. You’ve fired up the grill. Sliced up fresh watermelon. Your neighbors are over, drinks in hand. All the kids are kicking around a soccer ball. Everyone’s in good spirits. And the foundation for all this summer fun? Your brand new lawn — […]
