Artificial Grass

Artificial Grass Putting Greens in San Diego

An artificial grass putting green gives you a place to practice putting at home without mowing or watering the turf. We build greens in backyards, side yards and front yards, and practice areas on commercial properties, with the turf, base, contours and fringe planned for the space.

Example: artificial grass lawn set into a concrete backyard

Quick Answer

What is an artificial grass putting green?

An artificial putting green is a short, dense putting turf installed over a compacted, graded base. The base shapes the surface, including any contours, and lets water drain through the turf’s permeable backing.

Greens are usually finished with a fringe of longer turf or blended into the surrounding landscape. Some putting turfs use sand infill to support the fibers. How a green rolls depends on the turf product, the infill, the base and how the green is maintained.

Putting greens at a glance

Surface: Putting turf on a permeable backing
Base: Compacted stone, graded and shaped to the design
Contours: Formed in the base where the design calls for them
Edges: Fringe turf or a defined border
Estimates: Free; call (888) 902-3777

Where It Works

Where putting greens are installed.

Greens are sized and shaped to the space you have.

Backyards

Backyard greens

The most common location: a practice green sized to the yard, often next to a patio or lawn.

Side & front yards

Side and front yards

Narrow or open areas can take a green when access, slope and drainage are planned.

Commercial

Practice areas

Practice greens for commercial and community properties, planned around how the space is used.

Turf is also used for other practice areas, such as tee lines and mini-golf. Planning a whole yard? See residential artificial grass for the lawn around the green.

The System

Turf, base, contours and fringe.

The base shapes the green. Contours and slopes are built into the compacted base before the turf goes down, so base preparation sets how the finished green looks, plays and drains.

Putting turf

Short, dense fibers suited to putting.

Infill

Sand infill on products that call for it.

Graded base

Compacted stone shaped to the design.

Contours

Breaks and slopes formed in the base.

Fringe

Longer turf or a border around the green.

Drainage

Water passes through the backing into the base.

Planning

Planning a putting green.

Decisions we work through with you before installation.

Size & shape

Size and layout

The green is sized to the space and the practice you want, with room for the fringe and any surrounding turf.

Contours

Contours and slope

Breaks are shaped in the base. The existing grade and drainage limit how much slope is practical.

Cups & edges

Cups and edges

Cup positions, the fringe and the edges where the green meets a patio, lawn or planting bed are set in the design.

Benefits & Limits

What a turf putting green does well, and what to expect.

Know the trade-offs before you build.

Practice at home

A green you can use whenever it suits you.

No mowing or watering

The turf itself isn’t mowed or irrigated.

Fits the space

Shaped to backyards, side yards and front yards.

Indoor or outdoor

Putting turf can be used indoors or outside.

Needs brushing

Fibers and infill need periodic brushing.

Roll can change

Roll changes with infill, wear and debris.

Can get warm

Like other synthetic surfaces, turf can get warm in direct sun.

Base matters

A poorly prepared base shows up as uneven areas.

Installation Process

How a putting green is installed.

Typical steps; every site is evaluated first.

Site evaluation

We review the space, grade, drainage, access and how you want to use the green.

Design

Size, shape, contours, cup positions and fringe are set.

Excavation & base

The area is excavated and a compacted, free-draining base is built and shaped.

Turf & cups

The putting turf is laid, seamed and secured, and the cups are set.

Fringe & infill

Fringe or surrounding turf is installed and infill is added where the product calls for it.

Review & care

We walk the green with you and explain brushing and care.

Timing depends on size, contours and access. See our process

Clear,
brush &
check

Care & Maintenance

Keeping a putting green in shape.

A putting green needs routine care to keep its surface consistent.

Clear debris

Remove leaves and debris so the ball rolls cleanly.

Brush the surface

Brushing keeps the fibers and infill even.

Check edges & cups

Look at seams, edges and cup areas.

Periodic refresh

Have the green refreshed periodically, as recommended for the product.

FAQ

Putting green questions.

Common questions about artificial putting greens.

Talk to a surfacing specialist

Get help choosing, designing and scoping the right surface.

(888) 902-3777

How big can an artificial putting green be?

It depends on your space. Greens are sized and shaped to the area, with room for the fringe and any surrounding turf.

Can a putting green have breaks and slopes?

Yes. Contours are shaped in the base before the turf is installed. The existing grade and drainage limit how much slope is practical.

Does an artificial putting green drain?

Water passes through the turf’s permeable backing into a compacted, free-draining base when the base is built and graded correctly.

How fast will the green roll?

Roll depends on the turf product, the infill, the base and maintenance, and it can change over time. We discuss options with you when you choose a turf.

What maintenance does a putting green need?

Clear debris, brush the surface, check edges, seams and cups, and have the green refreshed periodically as recommended for the product.

How much does an artificial putting green cost?

It depends on the size, contours, site preparation and the turf selected. We provide a free estimate after reviewing your site.

Free Estimates

Planning a putting green?

Send photos and rough measurements of the space. We’ll recommend a layout and turf and provide a free estimate.

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Let’s talk about your surfacing project.

Our playground surfacing specialists are here to assist you at every stage of the process, from choosing the right product to design and installation.

1Share your projectSite type, location and what you have in mind.
2We follow upA specialist reviews your needs and next steps.
3Get your estimateA recommended surface system and scope for your site.

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San Diego, Orange, Riverside & LA Counties

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Artificial Grass Putting Greens in San Diego

What is an artificial grass putting green?

Where putting greens are installed.

Backyard greens

Side and front yards

Practice areas

Turf, base, contours and fringe.

Putting turf

Infill

Graded base

Contours

Fringe

Drainage

Planning a putting green.

Size and layout

Contours and slope

Cups and edges

What a turf putting green does well, and what to expect.

Practice at home

No mowing or watering

Fits the space

Indoor or outdoor

Needs brushing

Roll can change

Can get warm

Base matters

How a putting green is installed.

Site evaluation

Design

Excavation & base

Turf & cups

Fringe & infill

Review & care

Keeping a putting green in shape.

Clear debris

Brush the surface

Check edges & cups

Periodic refresh

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