Is it a good idea to put a pool on artificial grass? We explain everything

With the arrival of summer, many families are getting ready to enjoy the good weather outdoors.

If you are thinking of installing an inflatable or removable pool in your garden, you are probably wondering if you can place it directly on artificial grass.

And the good news is that yes, it is possible.

While it is a viable option, there are some factors that need to be taken into account in order to do it properly.

That's why in this Turfgrass article we explain everything you need to know to enjoy water without compromising your synthetic turf.

¿Qué césped sintético elegir para poner debajo de una piscina?

Por suerte, el césped artificial de Turfgrass está preparado para todo. Nuestros modelos están diseñados específicamente para resistir el uso intensivo, el sol directo y el contacto constante con el agua, lo que los convierte en la mejor opción para colocar una piscina desmontable encima sin preocuparte por nada.

Todos ellos incorporan aspectos que marcan la diferencia:

• Fibras suaves y compactas, perfectas para caminar descalzo y disfrutar del entorno con total confort.
• Resistencia al cloro y a los rayos UV, lo que garantiza que el color y la textura del césped se mantengan intactos, temporada tras temporada.
• Altura entre 30 mm y 45 mm, para adaptarse al tipo de uso y soportar sin problema la presión del agua y el peso de la piscina.

Swimming pool and artificial turf: compatibility and recommendations

It is possible to lay a pool on top of artificial turf, but it is important to understand how certain factors affect the performance of the material. Here are the key things to be aware of:

Does the weight of the pool damage the artificial turf?

Inflatable pools on artificial turf usually exert a lot of pressure on the artificial turf, especially if they are kept in the same place for several weeks. This pressure can crush the fibres, damaging the height of the turf and leaving visible marks after removal of the pool which are usually reversible.

With a good brushing and some exposure to the sun, the turf will regain much of its original shape.

Effects of chlorine and other chemicals on synthetic turf

Although artificial turf is made of polymers that are resistant to wear, sun and certain chemicals (such as chlorine), prolonged and direct exposure to water with high concentrations of chlorine may affect the colour or texture over time.

Impact of moisture and accumulated water on artificial turf

Water alone will not damage synthetic turf, but a constant accumulation of water due to lack of drainage can cause problems.

If water stagnates under the pool, it will generate bad odours and affect the turf base, especially if it is not ventilated.

Ventajas de instalar una piscina encima del césped artificial frente al natural

1. Es más limpio y cómodo

No hay barro, polvo ni charcos. El entorno se mantiene seco, blando y perfecto para andar descalzo o relajarse al borde del agua.

2. De estética impecable

A diferencia del césped natural, no aparecen calvas, zonas quemadas ni manchas. Incluso tras varios días de uso, el área conserva su aspecto cuidado y uniforme.

3. Con un mantenimiento sencillo

Cuando desmontas la piscina, basta con cepillar las fibras y aplicar un poco de vapor para que el césped recupere su forma original. No requiere resembrar ni reparar.

Con todo ello, el equipo técnico de instaladores de césped artificial en Turfgrass comenta lo siguiente: “El césped artificial Turfgrass combina lo mejor de ambos mundos: no se encharca como el césped natural, ni se recalienta ni resbala como el hormigón, creando un entorno seguro y cómodo para toda la familia.”