Home Turf Fit for a Pro: Sam Burns Backyard Golf Haven
Sam Burns rose quickly on Tour after joining the professional ranks in the year 2017 and has grown stronger with every season. He’s won multiple PGA Tour events, including Valspar Championship victories in 2 successive years and Korn Ferry Tour wins early in his career — achievements that make clear why he values realistic play.
PROJECT SNAPSHOT
Putting green: 1,000 sq ft — GB177 (Golden Bear Putt), color 301
Lawn turf grass: 1,500 sq ft — 164SW, color 301
Sand bunker: 144 sq ft — Artificial turf topped with real sand
Total project: 2,644 sq ft
THE GREEN: GB177 GOLDEN BEAR PUTT
Sam selected GB177 (color 301) for a putting area that mimics a natural putting surface. The low, thick pile gives realistic roll and consistent pace, so every stroke teaches you something. For a player who values touch practice between tournaments, that reliability counts.
THE LAWN: 164SW IN COLOR 301
The 1,500 sq ft lawn area uses 164SW in the identical shade to ensure visual consistency from putting green to fringe. That space is great for warmups, pitch shots, relaxing with family, and keeping the backyard looking sharp with low care needs.
THE BUNKER: REAL SAND OVER TURF
Instead of a fake sand look, Sam’s bunker is built with actual sand on artificial grass. That delivers realistic trap shots while preserving clean edges and easy maintenance around the green. It’s a clever option for anyone exploring synthetic grass installation with unique options.
THE BENEFITS OF THIS DESIGN
This setup blends practice with leisure play. A dedicated practice putting green lets Sam perfect speed and line. The turf lawn provides gentile landing zones for shots and a place for relaxation and play. The bunker feature delivers true bunker practice without the hassle of full-size bunker maintenance.
Background on Sam: Sam scored his first pro win at the 2018 Savannah Golf Championship, birdying the last three holes to win, and later collected additional Tour wins, including the Sanderson Farms and Valspar tournaments. He sharpened his game at Louisiana State University before earning recognition on Tour.