The Convenience Of Artificial Putting Greens

| Monday, August 11, 2014
By Tanisha Berg


Golf enthusiasts owe it to themselves to learn more about indoor and outdoor greens. Artificial putting greens can help them get their chipping and putting games up to speed whenever they have spare time. A green can also add value to a property if installed to strict specifications.

The self assembly types are very easy to use and can be set up anywhere a flat surface is available, whether at work or home. The ones installed in a back yard or any other outdoor site such as the grounds of a retirement village should be handled by experts. There are many factors that need to be taken into account to ensure that it works effectively and problems like inadequate drainage can affect its performance.

A reputable company that has already installed many such greens is obviously a better choice and even though their services may be more expensive, the results are worth the money. Such companies usually have online websites where one can view details of products and completed projects.

There are many different choices when it comes to the type of turf used. The appearance is one factor that is usually taken into account. Customers want the grass not to stand out like a sore thumb from the grass surrounding the green. Most important, however, is the actual performance. The way the ball rolls on the grass has to be like that of a real green or all the amount of practicing is not going to make any difference in a real golf game.

When installing a green in the back yard of a residential property, the site has to be carefully chosen. Any existing electrical lines or irrigation pipes must be avoided and drainage must be considered. The accessibility of the area also plays a part in costing. This is why a site visit takes place before a quotation is received. An accurate diagram is developed taking the particular site into consideration for both the client and the installer.

Once the client has accepted the quotation, site preparation can proceed. Various different materials are used for the base from rubber or sand infill to gravel stone. A firm foundation in the right shape has to be carefully prepared before the turf is laid. There are various options for customization such as the contouring of the surface, lighting and type of cups used.

The turf requires very little maintenance when compared to natural grass. Watering, fertilizing, mowing and aerating are not necessary. The fastest way to remove debris is to use a blower to remove leaves and any other debris that has collected. Heavy debris like a tree branch should be removed immediately or it can cause damage. If sand or rubber infill is used in installation, this requires some maintenance every couple of years.

As with any other sport, practice makes perfect and golfers find a green like this a great help in improving their game. It is convenient and offers a real golfing experience that translates to a big course. Added to this is the fact that it improves the value of a home and offers a great way to keep children entertained. As long as experienced installers are used, there is no reason why it should not offer pleasure for many, many years.




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