Tour-Style Home Turf: The Backyard of Sam Burns
Sam Burns broke through on Tour after starting his pro career in the year 2017 and has grown stronger with every season. He’s won multiple PGA Tour events, including consecutive Valspar Championship wins and notable achievements on the Korn Ferry Tour — achievements that show why authentic course play is so important to him.
PROJECT SNAPSHOT
Putting green: 1,000 sq ft — GB177 (Golden Bear Putt), color 301
Lawn turf grass: 1,500 sq ft — 164SW, color 301
Sand bunker: 144 sq ft — Artificial turf topped with real sand
Total project: 2,644 sq ft
THE PUTTING SURFACE: GB177 GOLDEN BEAR PUTT
Sam selected GB177 (color 301) for a practice surface that plays like a true green. The short, dense pile gives realistic roll and predictable pace, so every stroke helps you improve. For a player who focuses on feel during downtime, that consistency is key.
THE BACKYARD LAWN: 164SW IN COLOR 301
The 1,500 sq ft lawn area uses 164SW in the matching color to keep the look seamless from green to fringe. That space is ideal for warmups, chipping, leisure activities, and keeping the backyard looking sharp with very little upkeep.
THE BUNKER: REAL SAND OVER TURF
Instead of a faux bunker, Sam’s bunker has natural sand placed over artificial grass. That delivers realistic trap shots while ensuring tidy transitions and easy maintenance around the green. It’s a smart choice for anyone planning synthetic grass installation with extras.
WHY THIS SETUP WORKS SO WELL
This setup blends practice with leisure play. A specialized practice putting green lets Sam dial in speed and line. The artificial lawn provides gentile landing zones for shots and a place for relaxation and play. The sand zone delivers true bunker practice without the work of traditional bunker upkeep.
Sam’s Career Highlights: Sam earned his first professional victory at the Savannah Golf Championship in 2018, closing strong with three straight birdies, and later added Tour victories, including the Sanderson Farms and Valspar tournaments. He honed his game at college at LSU before rising on Tour.