Platinum
Platinum is a balanced-performance artificial turf designed for light sports and recreational use, offering comfortable surface feel, natural-looking appearance, and moderate durability for typical residential use.
With a 1.875-inch pile height and 85 oz face weight, this turf provides a balanced combination of surface structure and comfort. Its drainage rate of 400 in/hr provides high drainage capacity suitable for pet applications, positioning it within its category based on its structural and material characteristics.
Platinum by TigerTurf is an artificial grass product with 1.875-inch pile height and 85 oz/yd² face weight, featuring polyethylene yarn with W-Blade-shaped blades and 27 oz/yd² polyurethane 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 7/8 in
- Face Weight
- 85 oz/yd²
- Gauge
- 3/8 in
- Total Weight
- 112 oz/yd²
- Tuft Bind
- 10 lb
Yarn
- Blade Profile
- W-Blade
- Yarn Color
- Apple, Green, Green (light)
- Yarn Material
- Polyethylene
- Fabric Construction
- Monofilament
- Thatching Color
- Tan, Green
- Thatch Material
- Polypropylene
- Thatch Construction
- Curled
- Grass Yarn Linear Density
- 19500 denier
- Thatch Yarn Linear Density
- 5000 denier
- UV Stabilizers
Backing
- Primary Backing Weight
- 9 oz/yd²
- Secondary Coating Weight
- 20 oz/yd²
- Total Backing Weight
- 27 oz/yd²
- Backing Material
- Polyurethane
- Primary Backing Structure
- Woven
- Secondary Backing Material
- Polyurethane
- Backing System / Reinforcement
- Quadruple-layer, Action backing
- Drainage Rate
- 400 in/hr
Structural Performance
Platinum provides basic durability with some limitations under heavier use. Polyethylene fibers offer good durability with moderate resistance to wear and deformation, while high turf density enhances durability and stability under repeated use, very high yarn denier provides maximum fiber strength and excellent resistance to wear and deformation. Longer pile height increases fiber bending and stress, reducing resistance to long-term wear.
High drainage efficiently moves water through the surface layer.
- Turf Density
- 54.46
- Durability Score
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6.9/10confidence 97
- Drainage Score
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9.0/10confidence 100
Safety
Platinum 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. Long pile height reduces stability and may affect mobility.
Platinum by TigerTurf is prone to heat buildup and may reach higher surface temperatures. Lighter yarn colors reflect more sunlight, reducing heat buildup, while polyethylene fibers reduce heat retention compared to other materials. No infrared-reflective technology is specified, which may increase heat retention.
- PFAS
- PFAS-compliant
- ADA Accessibility
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3.0/10confidence 100
- Heat Comfort Score
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5.7/10confidence 100
Comfort / Experience
Platinum offers a comfortable and slightly soft surface feel. Long pile height (1.875") enhances softness but may reduce surface control and consistency under load. However, more rigid blade shapes increase structural support and fiber resilience, slightly reducing overall surface feel. Very thick yarn fibers (19500 denier) prioritize durability over flexibility, creating a firmer and less cushioned surface.
Platinum by TigerTurf offers a natural-looking surface with moderate visual variation. Multiple yarn color tones create natural variation, enhancing visual realism, while multiple thatch tones enhance depth and closely mimic the layered look of natural grass. Uniform blade shape may limit texture variation, making the surface appear more artificial.
- Softness Score
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8.1/10confidence 100
- Turf Realism Score
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7.7/10confidence 100
Maitenance Scores
Platinum requires regular maintenance to manage debris and surface cleanliness. High pile height traps debris and reduces accessibility, while dense turf structure further increases maintenance effort. This is partially offset by structured blade profiles that resist debris accumulation and support easier cleaning, while very good drainage supports consistent cleaning performance.
Platinum by TigerTurf provides moderate debris resistance with some accumulation over time. Structured blade profiles promote debris shedding and reduce buildup, while very good drainage supports consistent debris removal. Long pile height traps debris and reduces surface accessibility.
Platinum provides excellent resistance to matting, maintaining fiber structure and recovery under repeated use. Structured blade profiles improve resistance to flattening and support strong fiber recovery, while high turf density enhances structural support and helps maintain fiber position, high yarn denier enhances stiffness and supports strong recovery after compression.
- Maintenance Score
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6.6/10confidence 100
- Debris Resistance Score
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7.2/10confidence 100
- Turf Matting Score
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9.2/10confidence 100
Warranty
- Warranty
- 15-Year Warranty
Manufactured Rolls
- Roll Width
- 15 ft
- Roll Length
- 100 ft
Production Model
- Final Assembly Country
- USA
Installation Efficiency
Platinum provides excellent backing stability, maintaining structural integrity and consistent performance after installation. High-performance secondary backing materials enhance structural integrity and improve fiber lock, while high tuft bind strength securely anchors fibers, reducing pull-out and improving stability, woven or advanced backing construction enhances dimensional stability and structural consistency.
Platinum by TigerTurf provides good seam alignment with low visibility under proper installation. Tight stitch gauge allows precise alignment and improves seam invisibility, while stable backing minimizes movement and improves seam consistency, high density supports good seam concealment. Longer fibers make seam alignment more difficult.
Platinum provides moderate cutting ease with some resistance during installation. Long pile height may increases drag and reduces cutting precision.
- Backing Stability
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9.0/10confidence 100
- Seaming ease
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8.9/10confidence 100
- Cutting ease
-
7.0/10confidence 100
- Roll weight
- 1200 lb
Application Fit
- Landscape Score
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7.8/10confidence 100
- Playgrounds Score
-
5.6/10confidence 87
- Pet Turf Score
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7.7/10confidence 99
- Sport Fields Score
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8.5/10confidence 99
- Rooftops Score
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7.3/10confidence 99
- 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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0.0/10confidence 100
- Tee Score
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0.0/10confidence 100
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Platinum by TigerTurf is an artificial grass product with a 1.875-inch pile height, W-Blade-shaped blades, and 85 oz/yd² face weight, resulting in a turf density of 54.46. The construction combines polyethylene yarn with a woven polyurethane backing and a polyurethane coating, providing drainage exceeding 400 inches per hour.
Platinum achieves a Universal Turf Rating (UTR) of 7/10, 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 85 oz face weight range are typically heavier and denser, offering stronger durability and a fuller surface for higher-traffic landscapes, specialty applications, and premium installations.