Realistic performance is proven, from backyard greens to 18 hole golf courses.
Systems designed to hold shots from any distance while providing a true ball response and putting roll. The surface is more consistent.
Life cycle is much longer.
Stimp speed is adjustable.
Greater options for undulations, etc.
More sub-base alternatives.
Bunkers will not alter the performance of the golf green.
More realistic in appearance.
Greater product selection.
Addition of a “first cut” apron, tee box or fairway segment maintains a realistic continuity.
Stable in all weather extremes.
Does not absorb moisture like nylon.
Disadvantages of nylon golf greens:
Although nylon is more “crush” resistant than polypropylene it will, over time, crush. This ultimately will effect ball roll.
The current available domestic source for nylon is plagued with streak lines.
Should be installed over a fully cured concrete slab (not crushed stone) using a total direct glue down method (if installed outdoors). Nylon with a urethane secondary backing will expand and contract as the ambient temperature changes. This will cause the turf to "crawl" on top of the sub-base. Using spikes to hold down the perimeter edges or gluing only the outside edges will create bubbles and wrinkles in the turf. The direct glue down method over concrete will prevent this type of movement. Although a latex secondary backing would eliminate the expansion and contraction, latex is water soluble and would disintegrate causing the turf to lose its “tuft bind”.
Nylon turf products with an attached urethane cushion should never be installed outdoors. The cushion will absorb water and retain odors. Indoor installations have the option with or without the urethane cushion.
Green must be virtually flat or the ball will not stay on the putting surface.
Nylon is more porous than polypropylene. It will absorb water and retain odors. Moist materials promote mold, mildew and fungus growth. This is a non issue for indoor installations.
Not as “vandal” proof; paint, fire, etc. This is more of a commercial concern than residential.
“Stimp” speed is not adjustable. Adding sand to a nylon product defeats the purpose of using nylon and creates a medium that will retain additional moisture which will accelerate degradation of the turf.
Not designed to hold shots from any appreciable distance.
