Golf Hitting Mats vs Putting Turf
5 min read · Blades Synthetic Turf, Charleston
If you're building a backyard or simulator setup, you need both — but they do very different things.
Hitting mats
- Built to absorb impact from clubs and balls.
- Foam backing helps protect joints and prolong fiber life.
- Available in pre-cut sizes for bays and simulator rooms.
Putting turf
- Built for ball roll, not impact.
- Used for the green itself — typically a separate area from your hitting mat.
- Pairs well with fairway-style chipping turf for a complete short-game area.
Building a complete setup
A typical simulator or backyard build includes: a hitting mat where you swing, a putting green section, and (optionally) a short fairway chipping area between the two.