All about lawns on balconies and loggias

Arrangement of balconies and loggias with lawns is a fashionable trend in modern design. The material in this article will tell you about the pros and cons of such a solution, and also tell you which grass is better to choose and how to lay it.

The lawn for decorating the floor of the balcony (loggia) has a number of advantages:

• such design is a non-standard solution in the interior, it is aesthetically attractive;
• artificial turf is non-toxic, it does not cause allergies;
• the color of the synthetic material is close to the natural shade of the grass;
• the coating is durable: it does not fade, does not fade, retains its original shape;
• the lawn can become the full surface of the floor or its decorative accent;
• laying an artificial lawn on the floor of a balcony (loggia) is within the power of any head of the family and does not take much time.

Such coverage - a great way to disguise old concrete floors or unsightly tiles. Depending on the variety, it can be used not only for the floor, but also for the walls. The coating dries quickly after rain, does not leave puddles on it, it softens accidental falls.

However, along with the advantages, the lawn has several disadvantages... For example, not every type of carpet is easy to clean. You need to clean artificial grass from dirt with a damp cloth or vacuum cleaner. The longer the blades of grass, the more difficult it is. It is undesirable to put furniture with sharp legs on the lawn: it damages the fibers. It is also bad that the coating can heat up in the heat.

Choose a lawn very carefully: there are a lot of low-quality material on the market. Some companies manufacture toxic products that do not guarantee the safety of people and pets. The disadvantages of the material are the price and the different slip coefficient. In addition, decorating balconies and loggias with a lawn requires a special approach to the interior of dwellings.

There are 2 types of artificial turf. Depending on the form of delivery, it produced in slabs of 50x50 cm format and in rolls from 1 to 4 m wide. In this case, the length of the roll material can be up to 25 m. Different delivery parameters allow you to choose an option for the size of a particular balcony (loggia).

The varieties differ in the shape and size of the blades of grass.... Long lawn grass resembles an uncut lawn. Analogs with short blades of grass are like carpets made of lichen or moss. This floor covering is made from chemically resistant polymers (for example, polyamide, polyethylene, polypropylene). Lawn fibers are fibrillated and monofilament.

The base of the carpets is reinforced rubber... Depending on the type of product, it can be solid and perforated... At the same time, for arranging balconies and loggias, they buy options with a solid rubber base. It is better to give preference to products of European manufacturers.

Artificial grass can be decorative and sports... The difference between the two lies in abrasion and stress resistance.For the decoration of balconies and loggias, they acquire decorative types.

In the store, you need to clarify the purpose - for balconies and loggias they buy bulk-free options marked "for residential premises". In this case, you need to look for an option in which there will be fewer scraps and residues. Some firms sell such coatings. tiles by the piece, others (in rolls) - running meters... Before buying, you need to measure the required area on the floor so as not to overpay for unnecessary material.

It is important to consider the level of softness of the villi, choose their optimal thickness, length, color and weight. The pile can be straight, long, thick, but always soft. Some people like artificial grass from granulate (it is produced by recycling waste).

When buying tiles, make sure that all purchased material is from one batch... This will help to avoid different shades of elements, different lengths, thicknesses and softness of the villi. If the balcony is small, it is more advisable to buy a lawn in rolls: this will avoid the need to glue the elements together. In addition, this way you can cover the floor with a single canvas, which can be removed, shaken out or replaced with a new one as needed without much hassle.

Laying artificial grass on the open balcony is done after the work on glazing, strengthening the facade, and decorating the walls of the balcony (loggia). To accommodate decorative trim, it is necessary to arrange the edges of the carpet with planks, it is better to fix it with objects (for example, flower pots, furniture). In addition to the cladding, you need to take care of the backing.

The substrate must be dry and clean before installation. All dirt is removed from it, leveled as necessary and get rid of cracks. There is no need to sprinkle sand or granular material on it. To lay the cover, it is necessary to cut off the protective strap located on the sides of the roll with a knife.

The coating must have a uniform appearance, and therefore all elements must be the same. In the course of work, as necessary, use special connecting tape. For fastening, a two-component polyurethane-based adhesive is used.

The glued fragments are pressed with a load, after half an hour it is removed. After assembling the elements, the common canvas is trimmed around the perimeter without adding any allowances. In rare cases, the web is adhered to the substrate. This is done if there is a risk of twisting of the artificial turf. However, more often they get by with furniture or other furnishings.

You need to take care of the artificial turf-type flooring correctly and in a timely manner:

• any contamination must be removed immediately, without postponing until later;
• do not use chemicals when cleaning;
• food debris, leaves, cigarette butts, pet hair damage the aesthetics of the coating;
• pet droppings are removed manually, the place of contamination is cleaned with a damp cloth;
• use dishwashing liquid and a mop to clean the surface;
• stains are removed with vinegar, gum is removed with ice cubes.

The carpet should be brushed with a stiff, non-metallic bristle brush in the opposite direction to the grain. To maintain an aesthetically pleasing appearance, this procedure should be carried out at least once every 3 months.

We offer several ideas for the aesthetic design of balconies and loggias with artificial lawn grass:

• an example of a cozy island of relaxation embodied on an open balcony;

• an organic solution in the design of an open space, a way of fixing the covering by means of heavy pots with flowers and greenery;

• zoning of the loggia with a lawn covering with a short length of blades of grass;

• option for decorating the floor of a small balcony with a sill design;

• the use of synthetic grass to accent the wall of the balcony of a city apartment;

• a worthy option for decorating a spacious balcony with a lawn;

• creation of a natural landscape on a large open balcony;

• floor decoration with tiles as a stylish solution for the balcony of a country house.

For information on how to lay artificial turf, see the video.