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IS IT ASTROTURF®?*
No! ASTROTURF® was developed for
sports fields. Synthetic bent-grass golf turf was
developed with the demanding golfer in mind.
*ASTROTURF® is a registered trademark of Southwest
Recreational Industries, Inc.
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HOW
IS IT BUILT?
We start by excavating and compacting
the site. Then we add a two layer compacted crushed
stone flex-base. We shape and contour to your specifications.
Next we place the turf and add a special blend of silica
sand or a rubber grind, depending on the athletic surface
you are building. This causes the fibers to stand upright,
relax and blossom. Finally we apply a combination of
black and green top-dressing sand which gives the green
a realistic appearance. Our last step is to adjust the
speed of the green by rolling it. (Click on photo to
see larger image)
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WHAT
IS IT MADE OF?
The yarns are an advanced generation
of polypropylene fibers with a dual turfed polyurethane
backing. It resists all forms of rot, mildew and bacteria.
It will not degrade due to standing or flowing water
and resists chemicals and heat.
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WHY
WOULDN'T I JUST GO WITH NATURAL GRASS?
That's easy - maintenance and the cost
of maintenance. A new greens mower alone costs about
$4,000. Then there's disease control, chemical application
and irrigation systems. Even with a full commitment
of time, energy and money, there is no guarantee your
green won't end up with discoloration and weeds. (See
Why Synthetic)
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HOW
LONG IS THE TURF GOING TO LAST?
All the products are UV treated to prevent
color fading. The putting green is rated for more than
15 years of use.
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CAN
I BUY THE MATERIALS AND INSTALL IT MYSELF?
The answer ranges from very doubtful
to absolutely not. Any early problems associated with
synthetic turf green were all the result of poor installation.
Unless you're fully qualified in drainage technologies,
base preparations, top dressing blends and have the
specialized tools developed by the turf industry necessary
to do the job, leave the installation to the professionals.
If you do meet the qualifications, call us and we can
provide you with the materials and technical information
you will need.
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HOW
MUCH DOES IT COST?
That, of course depends on many factors.
Drainage conditions, topography, subsoil and size, add-on
accessories, location and accessibility. (See Price
Guide)
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WHAT
DOES IT LOOK LIKE?
The putting green looks great - very
much like a natural golf green in prime condition. It
actually looks more realistic with age. Research and
advancements in turf technology have led to very efficient
ways to install synthetic grass greens. A specially
formulated green top dressing sand adds to the appearance
of the green, and more importantly, gives the green
a true ball roll. For more photos, check out our photo
gallery.
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