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Synthetic putting greens · Melbourne

A putting green in your own backyard.

Thinking about a synthetic putting green? Here’s how a backyard green is built, how it differs from a normal artificial lawn, and what to send us for a quote.

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  • More room to enjoy your yard
  • No surprise fees
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For a golfer, a backyard putting green is somewhere to practise any day of the week. It’s also one of the less forgiving turf jobs: a lawn can hide a small dip, but a golf ball will find it.

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How a putting green differs from an artificial lawn

  • The turf. Putting turf is much shorter and denser than lawn turf, so the ball rolls smoothly instead of sitting down in the fibres.
  • The base. The base has to be smoother and more precise than under a lawn, because small changes in level change how the ball rolls.
  • Slopes on purpose. Many golfers want a gentle break or two to practise on. Those slopes are shaped into the base before any turf goes down.
  • The holes. Cups are set into the base and the turf is cut neatly around them.
  • The surrounds. Greens are often edged with longer turf, like a fringe, which also hides the transition to the rest of the yard.

What goes into building one

  1. Design. We work out the size, shape, number of holes and any slopes with you, and where the green sits in relation to the house, the sun and the rest of the yard.
  2. Excavation. The old surface comes out and is taken away, like any of our turf jobs.
  3. Base. A crushed-rock base is laid and compacted hard, then finished smooth and shaped to the slopes you want.
  4. Edging. A firm edge holds the green’s shape and keeps the base from spreading.
  5. Turf and holes. The putting turf is laid and joined, the cups are set, and the turf is cut neatly around them.
  6. Infill and finish. If the product calls for infill, it’s brushed in to the turf maker’s guide, then we clean up.

Where a green works best

  • A level or gently sloping spot, so the base doesn’t need major earthworks.
  • Good drainage, so water runs off and the surface dries quickly.
  • Away from heavy leaf drop if you can, because leaves and twigs knock the ball off line.
  • Somewhere you’ll actually use it, often in view of the back door or the entertaining area.

Planning your green

A few decisions shape the design and the price, so it helps to think about them before we talk:

  • How you’ll use it. Mostly short putts, or longer lag putts that need more length?
  • Holes and slopes. One hole on a flat green is the simplest build. More holes and shaped breaks add base work.
  • Where missed putts go. Leave some run-off room, or plan a fringe of longer turf to stop balls rolling into garden beds.
  • How it fits the yard. A green can sit on its own or within an artificial lawn, and the join between the two products needs planning.

Looking after it

Keep leaves and debris off, brush it as the turf maker recommends, and follow their guide for any infill top-ups. Like any synthetic turf, keep cigarettes, coals and hot barbecue gear away from it.

Getting a quote

Send us photos of the spot, rough measurements in metres, how many holes you’d like, and whether you want slopes to practise on. Price depends mostly on the size, the base work and the putting turf you choose. Your written quote spells out the scope, so you can compare artificial grass costs like for like, and our artificial grass installation page shows how we build the base underneath.

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A clear path to getting it done.

  1. 01

    Show us your space

    Share your suburb, roughly how big the area is and a few photos.

  2. 02

    Free measure & quote

    We look at the ground, access and levels, then give you a written quote.

  3. 03

    Agree the work

    Know the work and price before you commit. Changes are agreed with you first.

  4. 04

    Enjoy the result

    We complete the work, tidy up and explain any ongoing care.

A few useful answers.

Have a question about your own space?
Tell us what you have in mind.

How big does a backyard putting green need to be?

There’s no fixed size. It depends on your yard, how many holes you want and whether you want slopes to practise on. Send us your measurements and photos and we’ll talk through what fits.

Can a putting green go next to an artificial lawn?

Yes. A green can sit within or beside an artificial lawn, with longer turf around it. The two products are different, so the join between them needs planning.

Does a putting green need more care than lawn turf?

It needs a little more attention to keep the ball rolling true: keep leaves and debris off, brush it as the turf maker recommends, and follow their guide for any infill.

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