What Goes Underneath Your Artificial Grass Putting Green?

Now that Spring is here, many homeowners are thinking about ways to get the most out of their backyards. For golf lovers, an artificial grass putting green may be a tempting investment and for good reason. Putting greens are completely customizable, low-maintenance, look beautiful, and of course, offer the perfect place to practice your skills. Prior to artificial grass installation in Toronto, your backyard will need to be prepared in order to support the turf. Contrary to popular belief, artificial turf is not simply installed over dirt; installing a putting green is a bit more involved than that. For reliable artificial grass in the Greater Toronto Area, reach out to Echoing Green.

Why the Base Layer Matters

Artificial grass putting greens require a stable foundation in order to prevent shifting, wrinkling, or uneven texture. Dirt and soil tend to be very shifty and can alter in volume and size when wet. This is why artificial turf is never installed directly on top of it. For consistent ball roll and longevity, artificial turf requires a quality base.

Excavation and Ground Preparation

Prior to artificial grass installation in Toronto, your backyard will need to be excavated in order to create a clean foundation for your putting green. Any natural grass and several inches of soil will be removed to make room for the base of the artificial grass. At this point, the area will be graded to ensure proper slope and drainage direction. 

High-Performance Bedding Layer

At Echoing Green, our artificial grass in Toronto is installed over a layer of high-performance bedding. This bedding material offers excellent permeability and allows water to drain easily, preventing your putting green from slipping and sliding around. This also provides a firm, smooth surface for the grass to sit on top of, mimicking the look and feel of natural grass. Since high-performance bedding is not as dense as soil, it provides excellent shock absorption as well. 

Customizing Your Putting Green

Before your artificial grass putting green is installed, you need to choose a design so that the base layer can be prepared accordingly. The number and size of the hills and troughs should be determined well in advance to better support the preparation of the turf base.

Final Turf Installation

Once your base is prepared, artificial turf is carefully installed over the compacted base, ensuring a smooth, wrinkle-free surface for consistent ball roll. Seams are secured, and infill is applied as needed to enhance stability, durability, and overall performance.

Trust Echoing Green for a Reliable Putting Green

Having a strong foundation for your artificial grass putting green is essential to its durability, performance, and longevity. Ball roll is so vital for any kind of putting green, and the combination of high-quality grass and high-performance bedding helps ensure that you get a consistent roll that mimics professional courses. If you want to benefit from the beauty and low-maintenance of artificial grass in Toronto, trust Echoing Green. Contact us today to start building your dream backyard putting green. 

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