Call now 0800 0194530

Instant Quote

Fast & Convenient Local & National Skip Hire

Book Online Now!

FindaSkip is the UK's most effective nationwide skip hire source & supply website

Step 1 of 5. Enter the postcode area where your skip will be delivered.

Can I Put Artificial Grass In A Skip

A picture of the underside of some artificial grass, showing the stitching.

Here at Findakip Ltd, we are often asked about different waste types, and can they go into a skip. We are increasingly being asked Can I put artificial grass into a skip? The answer is ‘yes‘, artificial grass can go into a skip.

If you would like a skip quote from us, we can provide an Instant Online Quote here, where you can then book a skip for delivery to dispose of your artificial grass. Alternatively, call us on 0800 019 4530

Artificial grass is classed as general waste, not green waste, as it is made from plastic. When obtaining a quote, tick the general waste or household clearance boxes.

We suspect the reason for the increased questions regarding if artificial grass can go into a skip is due to the fall in popularity as it is now widely documented that it is unenvironmentally friendly.

Why Is Artificial Grass Not Environmentally Friendly?

Artificial grass is not environmentally friendly as it is made of plastics that are not biodegradable; they can take hundreds of years to degrade. Artificial grass is playing a big part in the plastic pollution we are facing.

The energy and resources used to create artificial grass are also significant and can contribute to climate change.

Artificial grass is also terrible for the wildlife, especially the bees, it ruins their habitat and provides no food sources like pollen and nectar. Artificial lawn also blocks the soil, where some insects live and can upset the biodiversity in your garden.

Can Artificial Grass Be Recycled?

A picture of artificial grass with leaves on

Artificial grass can be recycled as it is predominantly made from plastic; however, it is often not recycled as it is very difficult to do so. Artificial grass quite often ends up going to landfill, where it will lie for hundreds of years as it is slow to degrade.

What Is The Best Way To Dispose Of Artificial Grass

The best way to dispose of artificial grass is to apply the waste hierarchy :

  • Prevention: Avoid buying artificial grass
  • Re-use: If you no longer want your artificial grass or you move into a property that has it, it is best to offer it to others to reuse. Social media sites and Freecycle sites are a great way of offering your artificial grass to others who may have use of it.
  • Recovery: Energy recovery through sending waste to energy and incineration plants
  • Landfill: Landfill should always be a last resort; artificial grass will lie in the ground for hundreds of years.