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2" Synthetic Turf Fiber – Around the Green and On the Tee

There is more to synthetic turf than the backyard putting green; and as technologies improve, the applications for synthetic turf will only increase. However, the current generation of long-grain (2”) synthetic turf fibers is already being used on driving ranges, tee boxes and around putting greens with great success.

When applying synthetic turf in tee box installations, the advantages are numerous. Besides being able to increase the possibilities of year-round play, synthetic turf tee boxes significantly decrease the need for maintenance. As one of the most abused parts of the course, tee boxes often require new sod and always need divots to be filled. Synthetic turf will maintain its pristine appearance on the tee box and rarely requirement any repairs.

This synthetic turf, designed for tee box usage, can also be used for driving ranges. The 2” pile height fiber offered by The Putting Green Company and X-Grass can stand up to the abuse that regular turf tees and driving range mats can’t. When applying this 2” fiber to an entire driving range, the savings can be incredible. A synthetic turf driving range offers potential year round use without the need to mow or worry about dead grass. Furthermore, range balls won’t get plugged in soft grass, will be easier to pick up and won’t require cleaning.

This same material can even be used around putting greens as a replica for primary rough. When used around putting greens, players have found that the characteristics of the 2” synthetic turf fibers successfully mimic the performance of real grass. Players and professionals have also commented that the appearance of this 2” synthetic turf fiber greatly resembles natural grass.
Just like the putting green turf offered and installed by The Putting Green Company, a course application of our 2” synthetic turf fiber will provide the following incredible benefits:

Elimination of costs for irrigation and fertilization – savings that could pay for the synthetic turf project in one season
Very low overall maintenance
Long lasting investment with an estimated lifespan of fifteen years
Potential year-round use for putting greens and driving ranges
Reduced operating costs for driving ranges because balls are easier to collect and don’t require cleaning
Quick installation prevents extended downtime at the course
Improved drainage for putting greens and driving ranges
Manufacturer’s five-year UV degradation warranty on all synthetic turf
Comprehensive warranty from The Putting Green Company covers all labor and materials