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Small Backyard Putting Green Ideas: Making the Most of Limited Space

By Eric Fullerton | July 17, 2026

Building a compact backyard putting green lets you practice golf in a limited space. This guide explains how to optimize a small area, select suitable artificial turf, and follow practical installation steps. You will find design options, maintenance requirements, and realistic trade-offs to help you plan a functional and attractive green space that fits your…

How to Choose the Right Putting Green Turf: Pile Height, Ball Speed, and Roll Explained

By Eric Fullerton | July 16, 2026

Selecting the correct putting green turf requires a clear understanding of three core performance variables: pile height, ball speed, and roll. These variables determine how the ball interacts with the surface and, therefore, how useful the green is for practice or play. This guide breaks down those relationships, specifies recommended ranges, and outlines installation and…

Putting Green Drainage: Common Design Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

By Eric Fullerton | July 13, 2026

Effective water management of both surface and subsurface drainage is essential to preserve turf health and consistent play. Installations frequently suffer from design errors that reduce drainage performance. This article identifies those errors, explains how drainage systems operate, and recommends materials and installation practices to prevent failure. Addressing these issues extends the service life of…

Indoor Putting Greens: Bringing Short Game Practice Into Your Home

By Eric Fullerton | July 12, 2026

Indoor putting greens are an increasingly popular way for golfers to bring focused short-game practice into their homes. This guide walks through how to choose quality putting green turf, install it correctly, and maintain it so your practice time translates to lower scores. Many homeowners wrestle with material options and layout choices — with a…

Multi-Hole Putting Green Design: Planning a Backyard Green With 2, 3, or 4 Holes

By Eric Fullerton | July 11, 2026

This guide explains the technical and practical steps for planning and installing a multi-hole backyard putting green. It reviews layout options for two-, three-, and four-hole designs, clarifies material choices and installation methods, and outlines maintenance and performance considerations, helping homeowners make informed decisions and achieve consistent playability. Design Considerations: Designing a multi-hole green requires…

Artificial Grass & Pets – Do They Mix?

By Eric Fullerton | December 21, 2017

Many people are under the impression that if they own a dog, then they can’t enjoy the benefits of artificial turf. We hear it all the time – “the durability, low maintenance, and beautiful appearance of artificial grass really appeal to me, but I have 2 dogs, so I guess it’s not a great option…

Improve Your Outdoor Living Spaces By Installing Synthetic Turf

By Eric Fullerton | December 14, 2017

Synthetic Turf is ready for you to enjoy anywhere. Even at your apartment, condo, or townhouse. Think of the available spaces you do have! Everyone loves a good patio, deck, or rooftop balcony. These areas are great spots to receive warmth from the sun and relax during any time of the year. Sometimes they offer…

Installing Artificial Grass Can Save Water!

By Eric Fullerton | December 7, 2017

USA TODAY recently reported that water rates in the United States have risen over the last 12 years. In some places, it has nearly doubled or even tripled. San Francisco specifically has risen around 211 percent during this 12 year research period. Water is a very valuable resource we use in all areas of life,…

Improve Your Property Value by Installing a Synthetic Grass Lawn

By Eric Fullerton | November 23, 2017

There multiple benefits of installing a synthetic grass lawn – saving more time, reducing water usage, and cost savings just to name a few, but did you know synthetic grass can also improve your property value? According to GE Finance, 100 t0 200 percent of your investment into landscaping will go directly toward the value…

Synthetic Turf Can Give You A Resilient Backyard

By Eric Fullerton | November 16, 2017

Is your lawn giving you a bunch of issues? What if you could have a natural-looking lawn without all the hassle of lawn care? You can with synthetic turf. Turf can give you a plush, soft, green grass year-round without the normal problems that come with a natural lawn. With a natural lawn, there are…

I Need Some SPACE! Expand Your Outdoor Living Areas with Artificial Grass

By Eric Fullerton | November 9, 2017

Outdoor living areas can be difficult to utilize. You may have an indoor or outdoor deck surface surrounding your pool or patio, but how are you using the rest of your yard? Most people aren’t using it at all, which makes artificial grass a great option. Many people turn to wood surfaces, but they tend…

Don’t Cut Grass, Cut Time & Money with Synthetic Turf

By Eric Fullerton | November 2, 2017

Excited about cutting grass? Ready to spend more money on lawn care? We know your not and we are here to help with synthetic turf. Stop spending your hard earned cash and valuable time on lawn upkeep. Installing synthetic turf on your property can eliminate the time spent on maintaining your natural lawn. Simple things…

Synthetic Grass Is More Realistic and Durable Than Ever!

By Eric Fullerton | October 26, 2017

Homeowners all over California are switching from a natural lawn to synthetic grass. Why you ask? There are many reasons Californians are converting their lawn, but recent surveys show durability and being more realistic top the charts.   The technological advancement in the artificial turf industry has changed the look and feel of artificial turf…

Improve Your Child’s Play Area By Eliminating The Mess with Artificial Turf

By Eric Fullerton | October 19, 2017

Have you ever realized that children are like little magnets for dirt? They have a habit of attracting scrap elbows, dirty hands, and grass-stained knees while playing on the lawn. Most people believe there is no way to combat these dirty habits. They just assume there is nothing they can do about their child getting…

Business Owners Are Turning To Artificial Grass Instead of Outdoor Carpeting

By Eric Fullerton | October 5, 2017

Installing outdoor spaces around businesses, companies, and corporations is a great way to expand your workspace for employees to spend their lunches or breaks on. It’s also a great way to provide play areas for employee children to enjoy. Even if your employees don’t use the area, it is also a great way to attract…

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