What Is Infill For Artificial Turf?

What Is Infill for Artificial Turf?

Infill is a crucial layer added between the fibers of artificial turf to provide weight, stability, upright support, cushioning, and enhanced performance. At Grass & More Outdoor Services, we incorporate high-quality infill in every installation across Chattanooga TN, Hamilton County, Dalton GA, and surrounding North Georgia/Eastern Tennessee communities—whether for artificial lawns, pet turf, backyard putting greens, or sport court surfaces. Without proper infill, turf fibers can mat down, feel hard, overheat, or shift, reducing realism, comfort, and longevity.

Infill serves several key functions:

• Weight and Stability: Anchors the turf to prevent movement, wrinkling, or lifting—essential in Chattanooga's variable weather and wind-prone areas.
• Upright Fiber Support: Keeps blades standing tall for a natural, lush appearance and consistent play on putting greens or sport courts.
• Cushioning and Shock Absorption: Adds softness underfoot, reducing impact for family play, pet activity, or athletic use.
• Drainage and Cooling: Helps channel water through the permeable turf while advanced infills reduce surface heat buildup on hot summer days.
• Odor and Bacteria Control: Antimicrobial options prevent bacterial growth and odors, particularly important for pet turf zones.

Common types of infill we use include:

• Silica Sand: The most widely used for firmness, stability, and cost-effectiveness—provides excellent drainage and supports fiber uprightness in residential artificial lawns and pet turf.
• Organic Infill (e.g., Cork, Coconut Coir): Eco-friendly alternatives that stay cooler, offer natural cushioning, and are biodegradable—ideal for environmentally conscious clients.
• Advanced Synthetic Blends (e.g., TCOOL or Cryogenic Rubber): Engineered for heat reduction, antimicrobial properties, and superior shock absorption—perfect for putting greens (true roll and consistent bounce) and sport courts.
• Acrylic-Coated Sand or Zeolite: Specialized options for odor control and cooling in high-pet-traffic areas.

The right infill type and amount (typically 1–2 lbs per sq ft, depending on turf pile height and use) is selected based on your specific needs—pet safety, cooling in humid Chattanooga summers, or performance on putting greens/sport courts.

Why Grass & More Outdoor Services Uses Premium Infill in Chattanooga

Proper infill application is where many installations fall short—uneven distribution, insufficient quantity, or low-quality materials can lead to matting, heat issues, or poor drainage. Grass & More Outdoor Services applies infill precisely using professional spreaders and power brooms for even coverage, optimal density, and maximum performance. As the official Tour Greens dealer for Northern Georgia and Eastern Tennessee, we pair premium turf with advanced infill options (including TCOOL for cooler surfaces and antimicrobial protection) to deliver realistic, comfortable, and durable results.

With over 25 years of combined experience, certified teams, free 3D renderings, a 3-year maintenance contract (including infill checks and adjustments), and a 100% satisfaction guarantee, we ensure your artificial turf investment stays supported and performing at its best in Hamilton County (Signal Mountain, Hixson, Ooltewah, Soddy-Daisy) and beyond.

Contact Grass & More Outdoor Services

Infill is the "hidden hero" that makes artificial turf feel, look, and perform like natural grass—while adding safety, cooling, and longevity. Ready for a professionally infilled artificial turf installation tailored to your Chattanooga property? Call us today at 423-802-3194 for a free consultation and estimate. Let us create a low-maintenance, vibrant outdoor space—artificial lawns, pet turf, tour-quality putting greens, or sport courts—that stays upright, comfortable, and beautiful for years.