In 40 seconds
For a typical UK garden, artificial grass costs roughly £25–£45 per square metre supplied and fitted, so an average 40–60m² lawn lands around £2,000–£6,000. The grass itself is a small part of that — most of the price is the groundwork: lifting the old lawn, laying a compacted stone sub-base, a sharp-sand screed, weed membrane and joining tape. A good install lasts 15–20 years, drains freely, and needs only occasional brushing. The biggest risk is a poor sub-base, which causes sinking, ripples and pooling within a year or two — which is why who installs it matters as much as the grass you pick.
Most artificial grass guides are written by the companies selling it. The pages below answer the questions homeowners actually type — cost breakdowns, the real installation steps, lifespan, pet suitability and drainage — so you can judge a quote on its merits and brief an installer with confidence.