Many Laguna Niguel, CA, homeowners see backyard putting greens as an out-of-reach luxury, and it’s understandable why. Natural grass is costly to maintain, requiring excessive daily watering, seeding, lawn chemicals, and careful mowing to ensure an optimal and consistent blade length for play. Artificial grass putting greens offer a low-maintenance alternative, better withstanding damage while enhancing gameplay.

Not only do artificial turf products mimic the smooth experience of a professional course, but they can also withstand everything from club impacts to extreme weather. Here are a few ways in which synthetic grass withstands common sources of damage.

Designed for Durability

Outdoor putting greens experience higher levels of foot traffic than other areas of your lawn, especially during tournaments and the warmer months. Regular golf paths typically lead to matted and dead grass, which disrupts the smooth lie of your putting green, impairing gameplay accuracy and satisfaction. This can also lead to compacted soil, which damages your landscape’s integrity, reduces grass growth, and creates unsightly bald patches.

On the other hand, artificial turf can better resist damage from heavy foot traffic and gameplay. The robust, flexible fibers are manufactured from resilient materials like polyethylene and nylon that won’t matt or fray due to frequent or heavy use. Durable backing systems triple-reinforce each synthetic grass fiber, while premium turf infill provides ballast, holding turf fibers upright. A synthetic grass putting green installation creates durable, elegant putting greens that resist damage from footfall, club collisions, ball strikes, extreme winds, and more.

Prevent Divots and Ball Marks

As mentioned, artificial grass products resist damage from club collisions and ball strikes, two of the most common causes of damage to natural grass putting greens. As much as you may practice, it’s inevitable that you’ll miss, striking the ground with your club. This causes small divots to form in your course as small chunks of earth are ripped up. Thanks to the robust backings and secure tuft bind of synthetic grass, however, you don’t have to worry about clubs dotting your lawn with divots.

Ball marks are another common frustration caused by gameplay. When golf balls land on the green, they can leave small impressions in the grass. Over time, your grass can become permanently matted, disrupting smooth ball roll and impairing gameplay accuracy. Due to its sturdy construction and turf infill, artificial grass won’t be damaged as easily. Since artificial turf putting greens are more resistant to divots and ball marks, they provide consistent gameplay quality, allowing homeowners to enjoy years of fun!

Weather Resistance

The weather isn’t always friendly to your backyard putting green! Excessive rain can transform your putting paradise into a puddle-filled swamp, while harsh sunlight and prolonged heat can burn natural grass, creating brown and patchy areas that completely deteriorate gameplay quality. By contrast, artificial turf products are uniquely designed to resist sun, rain, and cold-weather damage! 

The heat and frost-resistant technology infused into synthetic grass preserves its structural integrity, preventing extreme temperatures from causing damage. Investing in custom putting greens made from artificial grass gives your home a weather-resistant course. A professional turf installer can incorporate efficient drainage grids that optimize flow rates and prevent waterlogging from heavy rain. As a result, you won’t have to worry about water damage, moisture-caused bacteria growth, or extensive delays waiting for your landscape to dry.

Easily Holds Heavy Weight

Heavy foot traffic and golf bags can easily weigh down natural grass, irregularly flattening it and disrupting the smooth flow of your backyard putting green. An artificial turf putting green installation provides a savvy solution. The sturdy fibers, robust backings, and turf infill resist matting caused by heavy weights placed on your putting green’s surface.

When properly cared for, the resilient fibers will quickly bounce back into shape after weight removal, preventing lasting damage due to heavy foot traffic and golf bags. Keep your backyard putting green smooth and pristine by choosing artificial grass installation instead of natural grass for your project.

UV-Resistant Technology

Constant exposure to sunlight can cause natural putting greens to fade, yellow, and deteriorate. Artificial turf products have become the dominant choice for outdoor putting greens because they feature unique technology that prevents this. Each synthetic grass fiber is coated with a UV inhibitor during the manufacturing process, fortifying your lawn against fading from sun exposure. This feature preserves the luxurious appearance of your backyard putting green, guaranteeing years of unrivaled curb appeal!

OC Turf & Putting Greens has the expertise, tools, and premium products to create picturesque backyard putting greens! We can transform your residential property with a personalized golf course that caters to your playing style, visual tastes, and available space. The synthetic grass products we use are designed to last for years, withstanding extreme weather, heavy foot traffic, and impact from clubs and golf balls. We aren’t called OC Turf & Putting Greens for nothing! Call us today at 888-526-2289 or contact us online for a free quote.