In short: Artificial grass costs KSh 999 to KSh 1,399 per sqm for 20 to 35mm and needs no water or mowing, while real grass is cheaper to start but needs watering, mowing and care. Excel Deco on Moi Avenue, Nairobi supplies artificial grass and 50mm football turf at KSh 2,799 per sqm.

Prices at Excel Deco

Prices last updated October 2026. Ask on WhatsApp for today’s rate and stock.

Side by side

Picture a family in Kitengela whose lawn turned to dust every January. They laid 35mm grass on a compacted base. The children play outside all year and the water bill dropped.

Cost worked out: a backyard in Ruiru

Take a backyard of 6 by 5 metres. That is 30 sqm.

• 20mm artificial grass at KSh 999: 30 x 999 = KSh 29,970
• 35mm artificial grass at KSh 1,399: 30 x 1,399 = KSh 41,970

Ground preparation and fitting are quoted on WhatsApp. That is the main cost and it is paid once.

Real grass costs less to start. Then come the running costs. Water bills in the dry season. A gardener to mow. Fertiliser. Patches that die and need replanting. Add up what you spend on the lawn over a year and compare it with the one time cost above. For larger gardens, see artificial grass for gardens.

Think about how long you will live there too. If you rent for a year, real grass you already have is fine. If you own the house, a one time spend on artificial grass pays back in water, time and a garden that looks good every month.

Send the size of your yard and a photo on WhatsApp to 0757 753 748 for a full quote.

Water and the dry season

Many Nairobi estates get water on rationing. In January to March and again in the middle of the year, real grass turns brown unless you water it daily. That is water you may need for the house.

Artificial grass stays green all year with no watering. You only rinse it now and then to wash off dust and pet mess. In the long rains, it drains and dries quickly, so children are back outside soon after a storm. Real grass turns muddy and brings mud into the house.

Real grass does have one plus here. It cools the ground and the air around it on hot days. Artificial grass warms up in strong direct sun, so in a very sunny yard, plan some shade from a tree, an umbrella or a pergola where children play.

Where each one wins

• Shade under trees. Real grass struggles. Artificial grass wins.
• Balconies and rooftops. No soil, so artificial grass is the only option. See artificial grass for balconies.
• Small town house gardens. Artificial grass. No mower to store.
• Large compounds of several acres. Real grass often makes more sense on cost.
• Football pitches. 50mm turf at KSh 2,799 per sqm. Read football turf cost in Kenya.
• Grazing or growing. Real grass, of course.

Many homes do both. Real grass in the big open front lawn and artificial grass in the shaded side yard, the play area and the balcony. That way you spend where it matters most.

Caring for artificial grass

1. Brush the pile with a stiff broom every few weeks so it stands up.
2. Rake leaves before they rot in the rains.
3. Rinse pet areas with plain water.
4. Keep jikos, fireworks and cigarettes away. Heat melts the fibres.
5. Check the edges after heavy storms.

Laying grass on a slab instead of soil? Follow how to install artificial grass on concrete.

With this simple routine, artificial grass keeps its look through many Nairobi seasons. Visit us at Summit House, Room 9 on Moi Avenue to feel the different thicknesses before you buy.

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Questions buyers ask

Is artificial grass worth it in Kenya?

In dry areas, shaded spots, balconies and rooftops, yes. It saves water and mowing.

Does artificial grass get hot?

It warms in strong midday sun. A quick spray of water cools it.

How long does it last?

Several years with brushing and cleaning.

Is real grass cheaper?

Seed or sod costs less at the start, but water and mowing cost more every year.

Can dogs use artificial grass?

Yes, dogs can play and do their business on it. Pick up solids and rinse the area with water to keep it fresh.

Does artificial grass need watering?

No, it never needs water to stay green. You only hose it down now and then to wash off dust.

Can artificial grass be laid on soil?

Yes, but the soil must be cleared of weeds, levelled and compacted first. A well prepared base stops dips and keeps water draining.

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