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Improving your golf game takes a lot of practice.
Having a small putting green in your backyard
will let you work on your golf game any time that you want.
Building a small putting green with a single hole
is great for practicing.
Or if you have the space, build a larger green
with multiple holes.
At the end, a list with all the supplies needed
will be provided.
The first decision you have to make is where in your backyard
to place the green.
The location will need to be level with good drainage.
You can use a hose to help outline the shape.
Keep in mind the size of the synthetic turf.
Most come in rolls that are 7 and 1/2,
12, or 15 feet wide with different heights and naps.
A lower nap is recommended for putting greens.
Necks, mark the outline of the green with spray paint.
Use a sod cutter, or cut the grass down
to the dirt with a line trimmer to remove the grass
from inside the outlying area.
Break up any grass clippings and other debris.
Now you will need to remove 4 to 5 inches of dirt
inside the mark area for the crushed rock base.
Then spread long-term weed killer,
and put down a layer of landscape fabric
so weeds and grass won't grow back.
For the base of the putting green,
fill the excavated area with a layer of crushed stone
and a layer of sand, spreading it out evenly
with a rake or shovel.
Then wet the area with a hose, and run a plate compactor, lawn
roller, or gas [? pot ?] roller over them
to make a smooth, flat base.
Here's the fun part.
Decide where you want to place the cups
and mark their locations.
The cups have holes in them so rainwater can drain out.
Dig holes in the marked spots for the cups.
To help with drainage, dig small trenches leading from the cups
past the green.
And fill the trenches with gravel.
Fill the remainder of the trench with sand, and retamp.
Compact the rocks around the holes,
being careful not to hit the edges of the cups.
So the ball rolls properly, fill in any small depression
with sand.
And use a level to check that a 3-foot radius around each cup
is smooth and flat.
Finally, we're ready to cover the putting green area
with synthetic turf or artificial grass.
Carefully cut out the shape and size of your design
with a sharp utility knife.
Use turf pegs or landscape staples to hold down
the synthetic turf.
Then press down on the turf to find the cups.
And cut an X over the holes using a utility knife.
The last step is to install a border
so your golf balls won't roll away if you miss your putt.
A retaining wall, row of blocks, or other edging will also work.
If desired, put a chipping mat above the putting green
to help prevent damage to your real grass.
To keep your putting green in the best shape, sweep
and hose it off regularly.
Here are the tools and materials needed.
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Have fun enjoying your backyard putting green.
And prepare for your handicap to drop in no time.
Good luck, and thanks for shopping at The Home Depot.
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