How to choose the colour and pile height of artificial grass for your garden?

Pile Height - the Decisive Parameter

Pile height is the distance from the base of the backing to the tip of the fibre, measured in millimetres. It is the parameter that has the greatest influence on both the appearance and the functionality of the product.

Short grass (10-20 mm) looks like a closely mown stadium pitch - neat, dense, but less natural. It is very durable, resistant to flattening and easy to clean. Ideal for a terrace, as grass for a balcony or for indoor use. Less suitable for a large garden, where a short pile looks flat and monotonous.

Medium grass (25-40 mm) is the best choice for domestic gardens. The appearance is natural - the fibre has the right length and movement that resembles natural grass swaying in the breeze. Soft to the touch, pleasant to sit on and attractive all year round. Synthetic turf with a pile height of 30-35 mm is the most widely sold category.

Long grass (40-60 mm) has a lush, "meadow" look that makes an impression. It is soft and fluffy, but more susceptible to flattening under furniture or with intensive use. It performs excellently on sports pitches with appropriate infill.

Colour - Nature in Shades of Green

Artificial grass is available in dozens of shades of green - from intense and vivid to muted and olive. Single-colour, intensely green grass looks artificial and monotonous - a hallmark of cheaper products.

Good artificial landscape grass combines at least two or three shades of green in a single product. Light green, dark green and olive - their combination creates a natural colour depth that resembles real turf. The best-looking products also have brown or beige fibres blended in, imitating the natural variation and occasional drying of real grass.

When choosing a colour it is worth considering the surroundings of your garden. A light-coloured building facade calls for grass in natural, muted tones. A dark facade allows you to go for a more intense green. On a balcony and terrace, colours tend to be more vivid than in the garden, because the space is smaller and more "decorative" in character.

Density - the More Stitches, the Better

The density of synthetic turf is measured by the number of fibre tufts (stitches) per square metre. Typical values range from 15,000 to 60,000 stitches/m². The higher the density, the thicker the grass, the more natural it looks and the more resistant it is to flattening.

For domestic gardens and terraces the recommended density is a minimum of 25,000 stitches/m², with above 35,000 being optimal. Good-quality grass in rolls typically has 30,000-50,000 stitches/m².

Fibre Material - Polyethylene vs Polypropylene

Polyethylene (PE) is the premium material - soft, natural to the touch, UV-resistant and pleasant underfoot. Grass with PE fibres is more expensive, but the visual effect and comfort of use are significantly better.

Polypropylene (PP) is harder and more mechanically resistant - suitable for applications where the grass must withstand intensive loads such as sports pitches and playgrounds. For domestic gardens and terraces, PP is less comfortable than PE.

The best products combine both materials - PE for the surface fibres (aesthetics and softness) and PP for the structural elements (durability).

Grass in Rolls or Tiles - Which Is Better?

Grass in rolls allows installation without visible seams on large surfaces - the solution preferred by professionals for gardens and terraces. Tiles are more convenient for DIY installation, particularly with irregular surface shapes and many edges to cut around.

Summary

Choosing the colour and pile height of artificial landscape grass is a decision that directly affects the final result. The rule is simple: for a domestic garden, choose multi-coloured grass with a pile height of 30-40 mm, a density above 30,000 stitches/m² and PE fibres. For a terrace or balcony grass, a shorter pile (15-25 mm) with a more vivid green and good drainage works best. Always order a sample before purchasing a larger quantity.