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The Limits of Pile Height as a Defining Property for Turf

The Limits of Pile Height as a Defining Property for Turf In many discussions, turf systems are still defined by pile height, or more accurately pile length. While length is an important parameter, it is far from the sole determinant of turf functionality and, in many cases, not even the most influential. A turf system’s suitability for a given application arises from a wide set of interrelated properties that together shape…

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Artificial Turf & Drainage: Debunking the Myths

I’m often asked how turf handles water. A surprising number of people still believe turf is impervious to water. This is simply not true Turf is engineered to drain water rapidly, often far exceeding the performance of natural grass or typical backyard surfaces. Most turf systems drain at tested and certified rates of hundreds of inches (thousands of mm) per hour. 🔍 Key Facts: 1. Exceptional Drainage Rates Turf systems have…