September 20, 2022

Practice your short game any time using indoor putting greens.

Suppose you are pondering adding an indoor putting surface in your residence or workplace, here are answers to some of the most FAQs we receive.

 

WHY INVEST IN AN INDOOR PUTTING GREEN?

Indoor putting greens and training mats are the perfect tools for any Edmonton golfer wanting to keep practicing, rain or shine, day or night. Through indoor greens, you can spend lots of time fine-tuning your putting precision to cut your handicap.

 

WHERE CAN I INSTALL AN INDOOR GREEN?

This is a question we regularly receive. With a practice mat or indoor putting green, you can install it in your house, office, or basement — the options are many! The initial thing you need to understand is whether this will be a permanently installed piece or if you desire something you can have on the go.

 

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN INDOOR GREEN AND A PUTTING KIT?

An indoor putting green is affixed directly over the subbase. The artificial turf is added to the floor to endure for many years. You can even incorporate border grass and chipping surfaces to have a fabulous indoor golfing experience if room permits.

On the other hand, a practice mat or putting kit is a portion of grass that can be wrapped up and taken on the go. It can essentially be rolled out on any floor wherever you want and simply packs up.

 

WHAT INFLUENCES THE INDOOR PUTTING GREEN COST?

Haven’t we all seen a price tag that forces ask the question, “why does it cost so much?!” We prefer to stay ahead of that question and be clear about what it takes when making our indoor putting greens. Here is an analysis for you.

Base Materials & Site Preparation

Even though the base materials and site preparation will be lowest for an indoor putting green in comparison with what you need for outdoors, nevertheless there must be a structurally sound base. If the turf will be installed over concrete, the cups might need to be bored or drilled out.

Size, Design, & Features

One of the biggest factors that goes into an indoor putting green cost is the size, design, and additional features. Things like custom shapes and multi-cup features will play the most crucial role in how much your particular green will cost.

Number of Cuts

The number of cuts your green will need, will vary based on where you are going to install the turf. If there are obstacles that can’t be moved (such as support beams or walls), you might require more cuts than a regular square. Turf could also be cut into curves for a extraordinary appearance.

Installation Costs

Artificial golf greens need a high level of skill for design and installation. Since our start in the golf industry in 1996, Southwest Greens has genuinely perfected the art of golf construction. We have a lot of pride in creating beautiful turf, no matter the size.

 

HOW MUCH DOES AN INDOOR PUTTING GREEN COST?

If you desire an artificial green that is a fixed part of your home, the installation will be more involved than a practice mat or putting kit. Indoor putting green installation expenses will be a bigger investment but definitely worth it in the long term. Our putting green prices average from $20 to $25 per ft2, but requesting a quote is the easiest way to discover just how much your individual project would cost.

 

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