For those golfers who are looking to take their home putting practicing to the level our Best golf home putting green 2021/2022 rankings is for you. A definite step up from a putting mat, a home putting green not only can be a great tool to improve your putting game but exponentially increase the amount of fun you have while doing it.
Depending on your space and budget constraints there are both modest and elaborate home putting greens solutions that can be added to your home. The more modest versions are adaptable and ideal for indoor space. Those more ambitious ideas are best suited for outdoors and may involve some DYI installations.
Budget requirements obviously are very dependent on the solution you for for. A decent quality modest version can be found for the same price range as an expensive mat. Instead, one may need to be ready to dig deeper into their pockets to put together a wow home putting green for their back yard. Comparative cost still is relatively cheap when looking at the big picture. There is no comparison between the cost and effort advantage of an artificial turfed green vs. real grass.
Some still question the reasoning for investing in such an elaborate training aid. The fact is most of us don’t have the time to drive to the golf course every day. The home green offers golfers a viable option to still get in their quality putting strokes every day. Improvements in artificial grass’ manufacturing technology have resulted in artificial turf looking and responding like real grass. More importantly they are exponentially more manageable and almost maintenance-free.
Like all of our new ranking lists we limit our picks to our top 3. Since the list is dynamic it can evolve during the season as new products come to market. Those products that slide from the top can always be found in our best golf training aids 2021/2022 master ranking list. So, if you don’t find what you are looking for here take a look.
There are many enjoyable home putting greens that can be found meeting all levels of expectations. Not all of us have the space and budget to go all in and it is not in the end needed. Even modest options can yield great results. They still give you the opportunity to work on the control you need to become more efficient on the greens.
Pro Putt Systems Golf Backyard Putting Green
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If you are looking for the best backyard putting green then the Pro Putt Systems DYI Backyard Green is the as far as we are concerned the first and last place you need to look. A friend of mine has installed their green as part of his backyard practice set up a little more than 3-years ago and it looks and plays as well as it did day 1.
When you consider the qualifications of their many customers it should be enough said. Some of the many include:
- PING
- Odyssey
- USGA
- USC
- Princeton
- Virginia Tech
- Colin Montgomerie
- Titleist
There are many other carpets on the market advertised for use in DYI projects but there just is no comparison. It is like comparing a mini golf green to the greens on your golf course. This turf offers the very best roll and the very best reaction to short game practice shots we have seen.
As far as complexity of the installation it is actually not. My friend is definitely not a handy man and he managed to have it sorted out in the better part of a day. Some preperation of the soil by adding 2 inches of fine gravel and ready to build. The Backyard Putting Green comes pre-cut and labeled for easy installation. The Ultrabase panels contour perfectly to the underlying surface so you can create breaks to ans contours in your green. To summarise, NO LANDSCAPING REQUIRED! :)
Custom green sizes can be sourced directly from the manufacturer when needed. Otherwise, there are 3 standard size configurations to align with your demands.
As mentioned, this is a top quality and durable product. The turf can withstand heat of up to 220 degrees Fahrenheit and can withstand incredibly low temperatures through multiple winters. It plays and rolls like natural bent grass with speeds running in the mid to high 10’s on a USGA Stimp Meter. For those who like to shop local, it is made in the USA and comes with a 10-year turf warranty.
Included in the DIY Backyard Putting Green Kit:
- Precut Ultrabase Panels
- Precut Putting Turf
- Precut Fringe Turf
- Geo Textile Fabric
- Putting Cups & Pins
This is not a new product and we may break our rules next year when we move our rankings forward a year since there really is not another DYI backyard solution that can compete with the Pro Putt Systems Golf Backyard Putting Green.
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Fiberbuilt Putting Green
Fiberbuilt Indoor & Outdoor Golf Putting Green’s provides golfers a great alternative for a versatile home putting solution. There are various size options available all delivering commercial-grade solutions at favorable price quality ratios.
They are graded for both indoor and outdoor use. If you are considering the Fiberbuilt putting green for outdoor options you should keep in mind they are best suited for firm, flat surfaces such as concrete & asphalt pads, wood decks or patio stones. Virtually all indoor surfaces are suitable but some may want to use 2-way carpet tape if used on carpeted surfaces.
These are no gimmicks putting greens. They are a premium constructed putting surface that sits on a rubber foundation. Fiberbuilt putting greens deliver true, natural roll with a superior feel underfoot. These really are best suited in our opinion for a golfer who is looking for a serious putting training option. While they are “movable” we see them more of an option for those with a dedicate space, especially for the larger sized options given the weight.
The metal cups are a nice touch and not only provide accurate targets and authentic sound, but differentiate Fiberbuilt putting greens from many of its competitors. Aesthetically it really is a great looking practice putting surface. It trades in the “fun” look and instead has the look and feel of a serious piece of equipment.
- 6’ wide by 12’ long putting green (other sizes available)
- Realistic feel underfoot and true green conditions for accurate practice
- Comes with 3 metal putting cups for visual targets and authentic sound
- Turf delivers realistic check and roll on chips
- Runs at a stimpmeter speed of 9
- Installs evenly and quickly with no landscaping skills or tools required
- Includes: Putting turf with 3 hole cutouts, 3 metal cups, and our exclusive tool-free modular rubber foundation with easy-lock fasteners
- 1- year warranty against manufacturers defects.
Just to give you an idea of the level of quality and care that goes into Fiberbuilt’s Proprietary Grass mats, they have been engineered to withstand more than 300,000 shots on the exact same spot. While it is not as relevant for a putting mat given the nature of the impact it does show you the commitment to quality products the company is manufacturing.
If you are looking for a serious home putting green while still not going all out for an outdoor permanent putting green this is a great option worth considering.
- PREMIUM PUTTING SURFACE: Realistic feel underfoot and true green conditions for accurate practice; true roll with metal cups for visual targets and authentic sound
- IMPROVE SHORT GAME: Turf delivers realistic roll, running at a stimpmeter speed of 9; commercial grade turf provides true roll for putts
- INDOOR & OUTDOOR USE: Great gift for the home or office; add to any man cave indoors or set up outdoors with other backyard games to compete with your friends
- EASY INSTALLATION: Installs easily and quickly with no landscaping skills or tools required; the heavy-duty rubber base uses easy-lock connections for stability and fast setup
- INCLUDES: 6' x 12' putting mat with 3 hole cutouts, 3 metal cups, and heavy-duty modular rubber foundation; grass turf will not fold or crease when rolled up
