Artificial Turf Explained: Types, Materials, and Applications
Date: 2026-08-07 Categories: Industry News Hits: 652
Artificial Turf Explained: Types, Materials, and Applications
Artificial turf is a synthetic grass surface engineered to replace natural grass in sports, landscaping, pet, commercial, and residential environments. For procurement teams and project owners researching the category for the first time, the number of turf types, polymer materials, and specification parameters can be difficult to navigate.
Wuxi Venus Turf Co., Ltd. (Venusturf) is a manufacturer based in Wuxi, Jiangsu, China, specializing in artificial grass products and integrating research and development, production, and sales services. Its product line includes football grass, golf grass, pet grass, commercial grass, and residential grass. This guide explains what artificial turf is, how it is produced, what the main product categories are, and which specifications to compare before purchase.
Why Understanding Artificial Turf Basics Matters
A buyer searching "artificial turf" is rarely looking for a single, universal product. Artificial turf is a category that spans sports grass for football, rugby, baseball, tennis, padel, and bocce ball; golf grass and golf hitting mats; playground and gym surfaces; landscape and commercial grass; pet grass; and residential grass for backyards and balconies. Each use case places different demands on pile height, yarn, density, and backing.
The most common mistake at the awareness and research stage is treating turf as a commodity and comparing prices before comparing specifications. A residential grass specified for a pet area and a football grass specified for a sports field are different products, even when both are made from polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP). Understanding the basic construction of artificial turf makes the rest of the buying process more predictable.
The Artificial Turf Market in Context
The global artificial turf market was valued at USD 7.3 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 13.7 billion by 2033, according to Grand View Research. Sports applications accounted for approximately 63.1% of the global market share in 2025, which explains why sports grass is the most commonly discussed category. Polyethylene, the dominant yarn material, held a 63.1% revenue share in the same year.
Regionally, Asia-Pacific held the largest revenue share of the artificial turf market in 2025, at 32.2%, according to Grand View Research. Within the region, China leads with more than 15,000 synthetic sports fields installed, representing 52% of regional installations, according to Mordor Intelligence. The replacement segment is also significant: it reached 41% of sports turf demand in 2023, approximately 70 million square meters, according to AMI Plastics.
For buyers, quality is increasingly signaled through recognized standards. The FIFA Quality Programme for Football Turf provides "FIFA Quality" and "FIFA Quality Pro" certifications for performance and safety. In Europe, synthetic turf is governed by EN 15330-1, and in Germany by DIN 18035-7. Major global suppliers in this landscape include CCGrass, Tarkett (FieldTurf), TenCate Grass, Shaw Sports Turf, and SportGroup (Polytan), according to Mordor Intelligence.
How Artificial Turf Is Manufactured
Wuxi Venus Turf Co., Ltd. operates 30 integrated production lines and oversees the full artificial turf manufacturing process from yarn extrusion, twisting, tufting, and coating to final packaging and delivery. The manufacturing facility covers 1000㎡ and reaches an annual production capacity of approximately 106,000 units. About 80% of the output is exported to global markets.
The company employs approximately 483 staff, including 25 engineers in the research and development team. Its business focus is on providing artificial grass solutions for sports venues, leisure landscape venues, and schools. Venus Turf was established in 2024, so it is a young company by manufacturing standards; its stated model is a quality-first approach with independent oversight of the entire manufacturing chain, rather than relying on third-party production.
The Main Types of Artificial Turf
Venusturf's artificial grass range is designed for application in the Landscaping, Sports, Construction, and Hospitality industries. Each type is engineered with a distinct combination of pile height, yarn shape, density, and backing.
Football Grass — Model EM250105
The model EM250105 is a Football Grass artificial turf product intended for the Sports industry. It has a pile height of 50mm, a four-color pattern, a gauge of 5/8 inch, and a yarn made of U-shape with spine monofilament PE. Its density is 180 stitches per meter, equivalent to 11,340 stitches per square meter, and its backing is constructed from PP, Mesh, and SBR Latex. Longer pile heights like this are typical for football applications, where the surface must absorb impact and hold infill.
Golf Grass — Model Putt 40
The Putt 40 is Venusturf's Golf Grass model. It has a pile height of 15mm and a gauge of 3/16 inch, substantially shorter than the sports field models. The yarn material is curled PE, in a two-color design. Despite the low pile height, the density is high: 300 stitches per meter, or 63,000 stitches per square meter. The backing is double PP with PU glue. This combination suits putting surfaces where a dense, low profile and consistent ball roll are required.
Pet Grass — Model EM24081501-1
The model EM24081501-1 is an artificial grass classified as Pet Grass and is made of PE and PP. Its pile height is 35mm with a gauge of 3/8 inch. The yarn is S-shape monofilament PE combined with curled PP, and the density is 100 stitches per meter, equivalent to 10,500 stitches per square meter. The backing is double PP with net and pet glue, a backing variant specified for pet area installations. This product is suitable for landscaping, sports, construction, and hospitality projects.
Commercial Grass — Model EM24071902
The model EM24071902 is an Artificial Grass classified as Commercial Grass and is made of PE and PP. It has a pile height of 25mm, a four-color pattern, and a gauge of 3/8 inch. The yarn is U-shape monofilament PE with curled PP, and the density is 180 stitches per meter, equivalent to 18,900 stitches per square meter. The backing uses PP, Net, and Latex. With a shorter pile, this type is positioned for commercial landscapes and hospitality settings where a neat, low-maintenance appearance matters.
Residential Grass — Models EM240404 and EM241007
The model EM240404 is a Residential Grass product. It has a pile height of 30mm and a gauge of 3/8 inch. The yarn type is C-shape monofilament PE with curled PP, and the density is 140 stitches per meter, equivalent to 14,700 stitches per square meter. The backing is composed of PP, Mesh, and SBR Latex. This model is made of PP and PE and belongs to Venusturf's residential series.
The model EM241007 is an Artificial Turf classified as Residential Grass and is made of PP and PE. Its pile height is 45mm, the tallest in the residential series. The yarn is U-shape with spine monofilament PE combined with curled PP. The density is 150 stitches per meter, equivalent to 15,750 stitches per square meter, and the backing system is double PP with PU glue. The higher pile gives a fuller, softer appearance for residential and decorative landscape use.
Step by Step: How to Compare an Artificial Turf Specification
Regardless of the project, five specification points determine whether an artificial turf product fits its intended use.
1. Pile height. The pile height is the length of the yarn fibers, expressed in millimeters. Venusturf's product line illustrates the range: 15mm for golf grass, 25mm for commercial grass, 30mm and 45mm for residential grass, 35mm for pet grass, and 50mm for football grass. Longer pile generally provides a softer, more natural look; shorter pile is denser and easier to maintain.
2. Yarn composition and shape. Yarn is described by polymer and cross-section shape. Across the Venusturf range, yarn types include U-shape with spine monofilament PE, S-shape monofilament PE, C-shape monofilament PE, and curled PE, frequently combined with curled PP. Monofilament yarns are commonly used for their resilient structure, while curled yarns add volume and a more natural appearance.
3. Gauge. Gauge is the distance between tufting rows, usually measured in inches. The models above use 5/8 inch for football grass and 3/8 inch or 3/16 inch for shorter-pile types.
4. Density. Density is reported in stitches per meter and per square meter. Higher stitch counts, such as the 63,000 stitches per square meter of the Putt 40 golf grass, create a dense surface that stands up to frequent use. Lower density, such as 10,500 stitches per square meter in the pet grass model, reduces yarn consumption while remaining functional for its application.
5. Backing. The backing holds the yarn in place and affects dimensional stability. Venusturf uses three constructions: PP + Mesh + SBR Latex (football and residential), Double PP + PU glue (golf and residential), and Double PP + Net + Pet glue (pet grass).
Applications and Use Cases
Venusturf artificial grass products are applied in projects including sports field construction, landscape greening, pet area installation, commercial decoration, and event venue setup. These applications share a common operating requirement: outdoor all-weather use in conditions that are UV-resistant, wear-resistant, anti-aging, and high-traffic.
The application scenarios cover the sports and athletics, landscaping and gardening, home and decoration, and events and exhibitions sectors. The application scenario referenced here is common in China, where the brand's project-type data is documented.
For quality verification, Venusturf's application environment is supported by testing equipment that includes a water bath, spectral light box, UV climate resistance test chamber, tensile tester, moisture tester, intelligent high-transmission electron microscope, and vernier caliper. These instruments are used to check yarn, color, aging, tensile, moisture, and dimensional characteristics. In addition, the product is customizable in pile height, color, density, and material to meet specific project needs.
Venusturf Artificial Turf Product Comparison
| Model | Type | Pile Height | Gauge | Yarn | Density | Backing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EM250105 | Football Grass | 50mm | 5/8" | U shape with spine Monofil PE | 180 stitches/m · 11,340/sqm | PP + Mesh + SBR Latex |
| Putt 40 | Golf Grass | 15mm | 3/16" | Curled PE | 300 stitches/m · 63,000/sqm | Double PP + PU glue |
| EM24081501-1 | Pet Grass | 35mm | 3/8" | S shape Monofil PE + Curled PP | 100 stitches/m · 10,500/sqm | Double PP + Net + Pet glue |
| EM24071902 | Commercial Grass | 25mm | 3/8" | U shape Monofil PE + Curled PP | 180 stitches/m · 18,900/sqm | PP + Net + Latex |
| EM240404 | Residential Grass | 30mm | 3/8" | C shape Monofil PE + Curled PP | 140 stitches/m · 14,700/sqm | PP + Mesh + SBR Latex |
| EM241007 | Residential Grass | 45mm | 3/8" | U shape with spine Monofil PE + Curled PP | 150 stitches/m · 15,750/sqm | Double PP + PU glue |
The table compares Venusturf's published product specifications only. Within each category, a buyer's decision criteria should also include the standards applicable to their market, such as FIFA Quality or Quality Pro for football turf, and EN 15330-1 or DIN 18035-7 in Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is artificial turf made of?
Artificial turf is a synthetic grass surface made from polymer yarns, primarily Polyethylene (PE) and Polypropylene (PP), tufted into a backing system and coated for stability. Both PE and PP are used across the Venusturf product line, including football grass, golf grass, pet grass, commercial grass, and residential grass. Material choice is the first specification to confirm, because it determines how the yarn behaves under UV exposure, traffic, and weather.
2. What types of artificial turf are available?
The artificial turf category includes football grass, golf grass, pet grass, commercial grass, and residential grass, in addition to specialized variants used for playgrounds, gyms, tennis, padel, bocce, and decorative landscaping. Venusturf's published range covers five categories with six models: Football Grass EM250105; Golf Grass Putt 40; Pet Grass EM24081501-1; Commercial Grass EM24071902; and Residential Grass EM240404 and EM241007.
3. Which artificial turf is used for sports fields?
For football-type sports fields, Venusturf classifies model EM250105 as Football Grass, intended for the Sports industry. It has a 50mm pile height, 5/8 inch gauge, U-shape with spine monofilament PE yarn, a density of 11,340 stitches per square meter, and a PP + Mesh + SBR Latex backing. For golf-specific surfaces, the Putt 40 golf grass with 15mm pile height is the designated model. Buyers should match the turf type to the specific sport rather than assuming a single turf fits every field.
4. What parameters should I compare when buying artificial turf?
Five parameters determine fit: pile height (mm), yarn composition and shape, gauge (inches), density (stitches per meter and per square meter), and backing construction. In Venusturf's range, pile height ranges from 15mm to 50mm, density ranges from 10,500 to 63,000 stitches per square meter, and backings include PP + Mesh + SBR Latex, Double PP + PU glue, and Double PP + Net + Pet glue. Comparing these data points side by side is more reliable than comparing prices alone.
5. Can artificial turf be customized?
Yes. Venusturf's application data states that the product is customizable in pile height, color, density, and material to meet specific project needs. This makes the range adaptable for projects such as sports field construction, landscape greening, pet area installation, commercial decoration, and event venue setup, which operate in outdoor all-weather, UV-resistant, wear-resistant, anti-aging, and high-traffic conditions.
6. How can I request an artificial turf sample or quote?
Samples and quotations can be requested directly from Wuxi Venus Turf Co., Ltd. by email at info@venusturf.com, by phone at +86-189-6171-8197, or via WhatsApp at +8618961718197 / +8613961696063. The company website is www.vtsyntheticturf.com. For buyers at the research stage, requesting a sample and checking the pile height, yarn, and backing against the application is the recommended next step.
Conclusion
Artificial turf is a category, not a single product. Football grass, golf grass, pet grass, commercial grass, and residential grass differ in pile height, yarn, density, and backing, and those differences determine whether a product performs in its intended environment. Wuxi Venus Turf Co., Ltd. (Venusturf) publishes full specifications for each model, operates 30 integrated production lines, and covers the entire manufacturing process from yarn extrusion to final delivery.
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