Types of Turf:

“New” – First quality turf
“Seconds” – factory seconds
“Used” – used/overrun turf

Within those types of turf are sub-types which makes you ask,  “is the turf an athletic turf or landscape grass?” The difference between these two is where the turf has a thatch layer (rootzone layer) of curled yarn. But this is not a hard and fast rule because some athletic field turf has a rootzone and some landscape turf does not.

Grades of turf (Faceweight and total weight)

The “faceweight” is the weight of just the yarn in a square yard of turf. (Higher: more dense and nicer feel on foot, it is also more expensive.)

The “total weight” includes the weight of the primary and secondary backing.

Understanding what faceweight and backing should be used for a certain application is what a professional turf company can offer you.

To find more info about how to spot the best turf and avoid being “ripped off” check out this consumer buying guide to aid you in your shopping endeavors.

To us, the “best” synthetic turf is using the right turf system for a specific application (planned usage) and installing/maintaining it correctly to maximize the turf’s life and maximize its value to the owner. New colors of yarn, new combinations and designs, and new enhancements are being developed continually. The best advice for finding the best turf for your budget is to order a few samples from a couple of companies and see which you like the best for the price. Then see which company is going to provide you with the best support and that company will typically be your best choice.