You don’t have to be a turf expert to know when it’s time to swap your natural grass lawn for a synthetic turf one! Getting familiar with the necessary tools, accessories, and products for a turf installation in Las Vegas may feel overwhelming, but we’re here to help you get started. Review this guide to synthetic turf’s most common terminology so you can choose the right turf product for your installation!

Pile Height

Understanding the pile height of turf landscape products will help you decide which option is best for your project. Pile height refers to the length of the turf blades. When turf products have a short pile height, they can hold up against high-activity areas like playgrounds, dog parks, or public businesses. Taller pile heights are great from an aesthetic perspective. They give that same lush, abundant look as a fully grown natural grass landscape. These products work best in areas that don’t have much foot traffic and are primarily for curb appeal purposes. 

Face Weight

When discussing the face weight of a turf product, you are describing the weight of the turf fibers in ounces per square yard. You can determine the density of a turf landscape product by looking at the face weight of the product. A high face weight is more durable and therefore generally preferred for lawns and outdoor surfaces that have high foot traffic, kids, or pets present. Synthetic turf products with lower face weight won’t stand up to heavy foot traffic as well, so it is best to save these for decorative or low-use applications, such as front lawns or decorative commercial landscapes.

Tuft Bind

Tuft bind describes how strongly the turf fibers are connected to the backing system, or how much force is required to separate the two. Tuft bind is typically measured in pounds per square inch. Synthetic turf products with high tuft bind are much more durable. If you have children or pets, you’re probably used to patches of your natural grass backyard being uprooted by playtime. Products with a robust tuft bind are optimal for this purpose, as they help keep turf blades in place even when faced against tugging, sliding, and other forms of friction. All SGW Las Vegas products, for example, are triple-reinforced with industry-leading tuft bind technology so they can withstand hundreds of pounds of pull force.

Polyurethane Backing

Polyurethane is the material used to create the backing of a turf product. The backing system keeps the turf fibers where they should be. This term is important to remember because turf products with this material backing offer increased drainage capabilities and high temperature resistance. In Nevada, where the climate can get especially hot and dry, having a turf system with a flexible polyurethane backing can prevent you from needing to replace your synthetic grass too often.

At SGW Las Vegas, we are happy to answer any and all of your turf-related questions. If you’re confused about the terminology, or if you’d just like assistance picking out the best turf landscape product for you, we have the wholesale artificial turf knowledge necessary to guide you in the right direction. Reach out to our team today!