Eco Tuff
Eco Tuff is a moderate-performance artificial turf designed for pet-friendly environments, offering comfortable surface feel, basic visual appearance, and durability best suited for light use.
With a 1.375-inch pile height and 50 oz face weight, this turf provides a balanced combination of surface structure and comfort. Its drainage rate of 200 in/hr provides high drainage capacity suitable for pet applications, positioning it within its category based on its structural and material characteristics.
Eco Tuff by WinterGreen is an artificial grass product with 1.375-inch pile height and 50 oz/yd² face weight, featuring polyethylene yarn and 15 oz/yd² polypropylene backing.
The Universal Turf Rating (UTR) is a standardized 0–10 score calculated from normalized specifications - including face weight, pile height, yarn denier, and drainage - to provide an objective comparison of synthetic turf performance.
Turf Characteristics
- Pile Height
- 1 3/8 in
- Face Weight
- 50 oz/yd²
- Gauge
- 3/8 in
- Total Weight
- 65 oz/yd²
Yarn
- Yarn Color
- Olive, Green
- Yarn Material
- Polyethylene
- Fabric Construction
- Monofilament, Textured
- Thatching Color
- Green, Brown
- Thatch Material
- Polypropylene
- Thatch Construction
- Curled
- Grass Yarn Linear Density
- 9000 denier
- Thatch Yarn Linear Density
- 5000 denier
- UV Stabilizers
Backing
- Total Backing Weight
- 15 oz/yd²
- Backing Material
- Polypropylene
- Backing System / Reinforcement
- Standard
- Drainage Rate
- 200 in/hr
Structural Performance
Eco Tuff has limited durability and may show wear more quickly under regular use. Polyethylene fibers offer good durability with moderate resistance to wear and deformation, while high turf density enhances durability and stability under repeated use, higher yarn denier improves fiber strength and resistance to wear under regular use.
High drainage efficiently moves water through the surface layer.
- Turf Density
- 48.54
- Durability Score
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5.9/10confidence 100
- Drainage Score
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8.0/10confidence 100
Safety
Eco Tuff may support accessible use, but no formal ADA compliance documentation is available. High drainage helps maintain a dry and stable surface, supporting accessibility under wet conditions.
Eco Tuff by WinterGreen is prone to heat buildup and may reach higher surface temperatures. Moderate pile height allows airflow and reduces heat retention, while polyethylene fibers reduce heat retention compared to other materials. No infrared-reflective technology is specified, which may increase heat retention.
- ADA Accessibility
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3.2/10confidence 100
- Heat Comfort Score
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5.7/10confidence 100
Comfort / Experience
Eco Tuff offers a comfortable and slightly soft surface feel. Optimal pile height (1.375") enhances fiber flexibility and cushioning.
Eco Tuff by WinterGreen provides a reasonably natural appearance, though some uniformity may be visible. Multiple thatch tones enhance depth and closely mimic the layered look of natural grass, while optimal pile height creates natural depth and proportion, closely resembling real grass.
- Softness Score
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8.0/10confidence 100
- Turf Realism Score
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6.3/10confidence 100
Maitenance Scores
Eco Tuff requires regular maintenance to manage debris and surface cleanliness. Dense turf structure reduces accessibility, increasing maintenance effort. This is partially offset by high drainage capacity allows efficient cleaning and rapid debris removal, while polyethylene fibers reduce debris adhesion and support easier cleaning.
Eco Tuff by WinterGreen is prone to debris buildup and may require frequent cleaning to maintain surface condition. Denser turf structure begins to restrict debris movement. This is partially offset by high drainage capacity efficiently flushes debris from the surface.
Eco Tuff is more prone to matting and may require regular maintenance to restore fiber position. High turf density enhances structural support and helps maintain fiber position.
- Maintenance Score
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6.3/10confidence 100
- Debris Resistance Score
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4.2/10confidence 100
- Turf Matting Score
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5.2/10confidence 100
Warranty
- Warranty
- 15-Year Warranty
Manufactured Rolls
- Roll Width
- 15 ft
- Roll Length
- 100 ft
Sustainability
- Recyclable
Installation Efficiency
Eco Tuff has limited backing stability and may be more susceptible to shifting or deformation over time. High-quality primary backing materials provide strong dimensional stability and resistance to deformation. Lower backing weight may reduce structural stability under load.
Eco Tuff by WinterGreen offers moderate seam visibility depending on installation quality. Tight stitch gauge allows precise alignment and improves seam invisibility, while high density supports good seam concealment. Less stable backing may shift over time, increasing visible seams.
Eco Tuff is easy to cut and handle, allowing precise and efficient installation. Lower backing weight reduces resistance during cutting and improves handling, while moderate face weight allows efficient cutting, flexible backing materials improve cutting precision and reduce resistance.
- Backing Stability
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3.4/10confidence 100
- Seaming ease
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7.8/10confidence 100
- Cutting ease
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9.0/10confidence 100
- Roll weight
- 750 lb
Application Fit
- Landscape Score
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7.4/10confidence 100
- Playgrounds Score
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5.1/10confidence 88
- Pet Turf Score
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8.4/10confidence 100
- Sport Fields Score
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7.7/10confidence 100
- Rooftops Score
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7.9/10confidence 100
- Golf Score
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0.0/10confidence 100
- Ball Roll Speed Score
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0.0/10confidence 100
- Golf Fringe Score
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8.9/10confidence 100
- Tee Score
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0.0/10confidence 100
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Eco Tuff by WinterGreen is an artificial grass product with a 1.375-inch pile height and 50 oz/yd² face weight, resulting in a turf density of 48.54. The construction combines polyethylene yarn with a polypropylene backing, providing drainage exceeding 200 inches per hour.
Eco Tuff achieves a Universal Turf Rating (UTR) of 6.4/10, reflecting durability, realism, softness, heat comfort, drainage performance, and ADA accessibility metrics derived from its structural specifications.
Turf Catalog evaluates artificial grass products using standardized metrics including density, drainage, durability, and application fit, providing an independent alternative to manufacturer specifications.
Turf products in the 50 oz face weight range typically provide a balanced combination of comfort, appearance, and everyday durability for standard residential landscapes.