Astroturf or the equivalent.

wynyardman



Joined: 15/12/2007
Posts: 4580

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 13:42

Hi All,



Could any board member comment on the above.



1 Where can it be bought, and how much?

2. How long does it last if used for purely decorative reasons?

3 Does it fade in bright sunlight?

4.Can anyone comment after say 12 months use?

5 Are there different types and manufacturers?



Thanks,



wyn

McSteviet



Joined: 11/05/2007
Posts: 1089

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 14:00

Wyn,



Not sure if anyone has this info, but your sure to get some info.



If you do not, you might want to contact someone like SeaTerra in Girne, as I know they have used this type of stuff in quite a few of their developements.



MC

cruggs


Joined: 06/04/2008
Posts: 498

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 14:08

hi wyn,i think another board member looked into this a month or two ago,i think it was kitty,she could give you better information on the subject.

batterboy58



Joined: 20/04/2008
Posts: 442

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 14:18

http://www.cypyp.com/partnereasylawns.htm



John

flossie


Joined: 01/04/2007
Posts: 65

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 14:20

Hi,



I believe that you are buying through the same builder as us and someone on our site has put down astro turf. Perhaps the builder will let you have his details. I think he is called Martin at Malatya.



flossie

brian24001


Joined: 23/03/2008
Posts: 606

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 14:22

Wyn

We have astro turf on our kids play area.

For the full ground prep, drainage shingle etc underneath, underfelt and the top grass, it's about GBP22 a square meter.

Our was done by a chap called Alpey in Alsancak 05338777671

Are you thinking of building a coral and stable for the donkey!!

Cheers

Brian

wynyardman



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Posts: 4580

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 14:48

Hi,



Thanks all. Information much appreiciated.



wyn.

MUSIN M


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Posts: 1352

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 20:13

WYN

go back on the post palm bay view and you will find everything you need





musin.

wynyardman



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Posts: 4580

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 20:16

Thanks Musin M



I appreciate your advise.



wyn

newlad



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Posts: 7819

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 20:27

Wyn,

I will bring you some over on my next visit.I have about 1,000 square metres left from a job that i slightly over ordered on.I have a fleet of donkeys on standby at Larnaca waiting to transport it for you.I can actually offer you a choice of colour as well,green or green,

Regards,

Paul.

wynyardman



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Posts: 4580

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 20:53

Newlad.



Thanks for the E mail. I really enjoyed it.



DO NOT MENTION THE PLIGHT OF POOR ANIMALS IN THE TRNC. Been there. Got the tee shirt.! (don't disturb the collective conscience)



Bring it with you! I will hire a lorry! (wait for the postings from the greenhouse grass lobby)



Cant wait for 24/9. Over a few Effes we can sort it all out. The Cyprus Problem, Black



pudding franchises. Begging for KAR .Water supplies for Cyprus. Who gets the most bacon



on their plate! What is happenning at Gectikale!



I really look forward to meeting on 24/9 in the beautiful TRNC.



All the best mate,



Wyn (proud but unbowed)

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 141

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 20:53

Wyn,



I made a post on artificial grass on the Palm Bay View thread. On recently looking up "Easy Lawns" on the North Cyprus Yellow Pages it appears that there has been a managment change. Paul on 0542 874 5431 now appears to run the show. He also has an E Mail contact of chryscyprus@hotmail.com



For your consideration.



Morty

wynyardman



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Posts: 4580

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 20:59

Cheers Morty,



Much appreiciated.



wyn

Chris


Joined: 26/03/2008
Posts: 454

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 21:20

Hi proud but unbowed,



In one of my many jobs at the moment, I am working at the Upper school in Sharnbrook, and they have had astroturf down for 10 years, never changed it, its not changed colour, the kids use it every day, Rushden and Diamonds football Club use it every week and its still immaculate!



Dont have a scooby what it costs, but its worth it (- should be made by L'oreal!!!)





Chris

wynyardman



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Posts: 4580

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 21:43

Chris,



Thanks for the imput. The cheques in the post! (bet youve heard that one before)



You have swung me on the astroturf. What is the Lady Wyn going to do each weekend?



Any offers for HER lawnmower? Keep the faith!



wyn

wynyardman



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Posts: 4580

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 21:45

Paul,



You would'nt have any green would you?



wyn

Chris


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Message Posted:
24/07/2008 22:26

Wyn,



Maybe she could catch up with the ironing, now that she doesnt have so much to do .............





Chris



At least you wont have to use the donkey to keep the grass down!!!!!!!!

wynyardman



Joined: 15/12/2007
Posts: 4580

Message Posted:
25/07/2008 00:36

Hi Chris,



Ironings out. They wont let her have anything that could be used as a weapon, in case

she attacks the warden again.



She cut his toes off, when she was mowing the lino in her cell. Poor soul!



wyn

Hilltop



Joined: 28/04/2008
Posts: 636

Message Posted:
25/07/2008 05:53

I have two neighbours with "Astro turf". It was quite expensive to have laid, but looked very good for a while. The problem comes if you are not around to look after it. The weeds here in Cyprus will get a foothold anywhere and then they are away. My neighbours have large weeds pushing past the edges of their "lawn", and in a couple of places straight through the middle of it.



Nothing seems to stop Cyprus weeds (concrete, tarmac, membrane etc), unless you or someone else can give them a spray.

joanie1


Joined: 25/07/2008
Posts: 164

Message Posted:
25/07/2008 10:32

I have astroturf in my garden - got it through Paul 0542 874 5431 - it is fantastic - been down over a year - not a weed in sight - I think when the weeds come through it means that the foundation has not been done properly -Paul's guys did an excellent job.

Apart from no maintenance it does not use any water - maybe Girne Belediye (who use tanker loads of water on their scruffy grass) should take note - it is also very easy on the eye. I can definitely recommend it.

joandjelly


Joined: 24/02/2008
Posts: 2953

Message Posted:
25/07/2008 16:11

The weeds may not necessarily be under the grass. Seeds can settle on the top and then grow. It's the same with gravel. We have a few weeds appear but when you pull them out they are on top of the membrane not below it.



It is worth getting a few quotes from different suppliers as prices vary even for the same make of grass.



I know that Tolga from Karsiyaka has laid some Easy Lawn in Esentepe but I don't know where exactly.

newlad



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Posts: 7819

Message Posted:
25/07/2008 20:24

Wynn,

Green it is then matey,

Paul.

wynyardman



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Posts: 4580

Message Posted:
25/07/2008 21:22

Newlad,



Is that light,medium or dark green?



wyn

wynyardman



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Posts: 4580

Message Posted:
25/07/2008 21:25

Thanks all for your advice!



Granddaughter wants pink. Oh well Cest la vie!



wyn

Chrys


Joined: 23/07/2008
Posts: 51

Message Posted:
29/07/2008 13:00

You can get all the information you need from Paul on 0542 874 5431, the price depends on the type of grass and how much ground preperation is required.

ttse7en


Joined: 05/05/2009
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
05/05/2009 13:26

We had our lawn fitted over 12 months ago, its not astro turf but a thick, springy life like grass, but then that all depends on budget. Its still as green and fresh looking as the day it was fitted, almost maintenance free too apart from the few leaves from the neighboring tree. Choice Floors fitted our artificial grass and we couldn't be happier. Our garden is on their website at http://www.choice-floors.co.uk

McSteviet



Joined: 11/05/2007
Posts: 1089

Message Posted:
05/05/2009 13:33

Is that a garden in the UK or in TRNC??



Mc