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Frequently Asked Questions

Will DURAPlay synthetic turf work as baseball field turf?
Baseball field turf, as with most types of athletic fields, must have traction and shock absorption to avoid injuries commonly found on most sport fields. Baseball batting cages benefit from artificial grass because artificial turf provides comfort and consistent traction every time. Synthetic turf is used more and more to provide the player with a controlled environment for practicing year round.

As tough a sport as it is, is artificial a good choice for football field turf?
Football field turf covers an expansive sports field and experience a lot of wear and tear making artificial turf the best choice by far. DURAPlay synthetic turf is found on both indoor fields and outdoor football stadiums around the world. Not only is our fake grass the best sport grass for performance and durability, but it is also the preferred athletic grass for easier upkeep and reduced costs.

Where can I find turf or carpet for my miniature golf courses?
DURAPlay leisure products are perfect for miniature golf courses and all golf applications including backyard artificial putting greens and professional golf greens. Our artificial turf looks just like the real thing and plays even better. We give you perfect conditions at the golf mat for every shot. The rest is up to you. With the most realistic golf surface on the market, we provide an aesthetically pleasing and fun environment to play on.

Why should I choose DURAPlay artificial grass over the other options available?
Artificial grass (also referred to as artificial turf, synthetic grass, synthetic turf and fake grass) has gained in popularity in sports fields around the world because of its many advantages over natural field turf. As it becomes more widespread on athletic fields such as football fields, baseball fields and soccer fields as well as tennis courts, golf greens, playgrounds and commercial and residential landscaping, the competition increases as well. Who doesn't want to profit from a good thing?

I need LEED points for my green soccer field turf project. Do you have a product that fits?
Yes! From our soccer field turf to the artificial grass on our putting greens, all of our synthetic turf sports fields fit the LEED green building certification program. Challenger Industries, Inc. ensures that the sport grass it manufactures for athletic fields meets the sustainability requirements set forth by the LEED rating system. Our athletic turf qualifies for LEED credits and all of us at Challenger are strong believers in supporting environmental sustainability.

What synthetic sports turf should I use for my driving range?
DURAPlay's sports turf provides optimum performance for a variety of sport turf surfaces. Our artificial grass, used on athletic fields ranging from football fields, baseball fields and soccer fields to miniature golf courses and tennis court surfaces, provides a realistic surface for beginners and pros alike. Whether playing on indoor fields or enjoying the outdoors, our products give you the highest quality surfaces available on the market.

What synthetic turf product should I use for my school's football and soccer fields?
Challenger Industries, Inc. has been producing synthetic turf and artificial grass for more than 27 years. The last real family business standing in the artificial field turf manufacturing market, Challenger has become the leader in making synthetic products for athletic fields covering everything from football fields, baseball fields and soccer fields to miniature golf, baseball batting cages and tennis court surfaces. Our top quality DURAPLAY Sports products paired with Challenger's satisfaction guaranteed service make us the #1 choice for your school's sports fields as well as many other landscapes and sports facility applications.

Is synthetic turf made for applications such as tennis courts?
Indoor fields and outdoor sports fields both require athletic turf customized to their specific size and playing specifications. Artificial grass offers the highest performance and least maintenance surface for many applications including tennis surfaces, soccer fields, miniature golf courses, baseball batting cages and more. Synthetic turf, basically fake turf, is much more forgiving on the player's body allowing for longer and harder practice and playing time.

What artificial field turf product is best for my day care playground?
DURAPlay field turf products are perfect for sport fields and day care playgrounds.  Our synthetic turf is designed to withstand athletic applications making artificial turf perfect for football fields, baseball fields and soccer fields as well as golf mats and mini golf. Play areas and playgrounds also endure heavy traffic and equipment requiring durability and consistent safety protections, also making them well suited to artificial turf as well.

What artificial turf product should I use for my indoor sports field?
Our DURAPlay line of artificial turf, also referred to as synthetic turf, products includes several styles designed specifically for athletic grass and indoor sports turf uses. Our artificial grass looks, feels and plays like the ‘real’ thing, making it the all-star choice for indoor fields as well as outdoor sports facilities. From football fields, baseball fields and soccer fields to golf mats and mini golf courses, our top quality products work for a variety of surfaces.