What is the difference between sand filled turfs and non-sand filled turfs?
A Turfs that do not require sand-fill are denser. Their fibers are spring set to resist matting and they basically have a true ball roll and can be installed indoors or outdoors. A turf without sand fill generally has a foam backing that helps to cushion chip shots. The turfs without sand are by far our best sellers. Turfs that require sand fill generally have only a unitary backing (no urethane foam). The sand serves two purposes. First, it makes the turf stand upright and the amount of sand added will control the speed of the putting green. Second, the sand helps to cushion and hold the ball when chipping to the putting green. The propensity of the polypropylene to mat is 10 times greater than nylon.
