Another natural infill material is silica sand. This one is made from quartz eroded by wind and water.
Silica sand provides excellent blade support and has a slower absorption rate. This type of infill is great for lawns, putting greens, playgrounds, and recreational areas.
The key benefits of silica sand infill are:
- Natural materials – great for households with pets and children, playgrounds, and recreational areas.
- Realistic Putting Green Stimp Speed – 60 grit silica sand is just thin enough to make for a great backyard putting green while being heavy enough to keep grass blades in place.
- Popularity – industry-wide application, ability to mix with other infill materials.
- Excellent blade appearance – helps blades stand upright and look natural.
This type of turf infill also comes with a few downsides. It can increase the surface temperature of artificial turf. It is also heavier than most infill types and doesn’t prevent pet odors.
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