SYNAccess
SYNAccess is a balanced-performance artificial turf designed for general residential landscapes, offering comfortable surface feel, natural-looking appearance, and durability best suited for light use.
With a 0.5-inch pile height and 33 oz face weight, this turf provides a balanced combination of surface structure and comfort. Its drainage rate of 6500 in/hr provides efficient water drainage supporting consistent surface conditions, positioning it within its category based on its structural and material characteristics.
SYNAccess by SynLawn is an artificial grass product with 0.5-inch pile height and 33 oz/yd² face weight, featuring polyethylene yarn with S-shaped blades and 29 oz/yd² smartWeave 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
- 1/2 in
- Face Weight
- 33 oz/yd²
- Total Weight
- 62 oz/yd²
- Tuft Bind
- 9 lb
Yarn
- Blade Profile
- S-Shape
- Yarn Color
- Apple, Green, Green (dark)
- Yarn Material
- Polyethylene
- Fabric Construction
- Monofilament
- Thatching Color
- Tan, Olive
- Thatch Material
- Polypropylene
- Thatch Construction
- Curled
- Grass Yarn Linear Density
- 6800 denier
- Grass Yarn Ends
- 8
- Thatch Yarn Linear Density
- 3500 denier
- Thatch Yarn Ends
- 8
- Yarn Thickness
- 40
- Deluster
- UV Stabilizers
Backing
- Primary Backing Weight
- 25 oz/yd²
- Secondary Coating Weight
- 6 oz/yd²
- Total Backing Weight
- 29 oz/yd²
- Backing Material
- SmartWeave
- Primary Backing Structure
- Woven
- Drainage Rate
- 6500 in/hr
- Coating Type
- PCR Spray Coat
Structural Performance
SYNAccess provides basic durability with some limitations under heavier use. Polyethylene fibers offer good durability with moderate resistance to wear and deformation, while short pile height improves stability and reduces bending stress, supporting consistent durability, reinforced blade profiles improve structural rigidity and support fiber recovery under repeated use.
Excellent drainage minimizes water retention and supports fast surface recovery.
- Turf Density
- 57.27
- Durability Score
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6.1/10confidence 94
- Drainage Score
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10.0/10confidence 100
- Grab Tear Strength
- 200 lb
- Elongation to Break
- 30%
- Yarn Breaking Strength
- 20 lb
Safety
SYNAccess meets ADA accessibility standards based on documented compliance. Short pile height provides a stable and accessible surface for mobility, while high drainage helps maintain a dry and stable surface, supporting accessibility under wet conditions.
SYNAccess by SynLawn is prone to heat buildup and may reach higher surface temperatures. Lighter yarn colors reflect more sunlight, reducing heat buildup, while moderate pile height allows airflow and reduces heat retention. No infrared-reflective technology is specified, which may increase heat retention.
- ADA Accessibility
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9.6/10confidence 100
- Heat Comfort Score
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5.6/10confidence 100
Comfort / Experience
SYNAccess provides moderate softness with some cushioning. Blade shapes provide a balance between flexibility and structural support. However, very short pile height (0.5") limits fiber movement, resulting in a firm and low-cushion surface.
SYNAccess by SynLawn 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 and delustered fibers reduce shine, improving visual realism. Very short pile height may slightly reduce visual depth, making the surface appear less natural.
- Softness Score
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7.4/10confidence 100
- Turf Realism Score
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7.6/10confidence 100
Maitenance Scores
SYNAccess offers easy maintenance with good resistance to debris buildup. Short pile height minimizes debris accumulation, making the surface easier to clean and maintain, while structured blade profiles resist debris accumulation and support easier cleaning. Very high turf density significantly limits accessibility, making maintenance more difficult.
SYNAccess by SynLawn offers good debris resistance with limited surface accumulation. Structured blade profiles promote debris shedding and reduce buildup, while short pile height limits debris retention and allows easier surface cleaning, excellent drainage allows rapid clearing of debris from the surface.
SYNAccess offers strong resistance to flattening with good fiber recovery over time. Structured blade profiles improve resistance to flattening and support strong fiber recovery, while short pile height reduces fiber leverage and improves resistance to flattening. Thinner yarn fibers bend more easily, increasing the likelihood of matting.
- Maintenance Score
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8.1/10confidence 100
- Debris Resistance Score
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8.8/10confidence 100
- Turf Matting Score
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8.3/10confidence 100
Warranty
- Warranty
- Limited Lifetime
Manufactured Rolls
- Roll Width
- 15 ft
Production Model
- Final Assembly Country
- USA
Sustainability
- Recyclable
Installation Efficiency
SYNAccess 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, while woven or advanced backing construction enhances dimensional stability and structural consistency, higher backing weight improves stability and resistance to deformation.
SYNAccess by SynLawn is more difficult to seam cleanly and may result in visible joint lines. Less stable backing may shift over time, increasing visible seams. This is partially offset by short pile height makes seams easier to align and reduces visibility.
SYNAccess offers good cutting performance with manageable effort. Short pile height reduces blade interference during cutting, while lower face weight reduces material density and improves cutting ease, flexible backing materials improve cutting precision and reduce resistance. Heavier backing requires more effort during cutting.
- Backing Stability
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5.8/10confidence 100
- Seaming ease
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4.8/10confidence 100
- Cutting ease
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8.2/10confidence 100
Application Fit
- Landscape Score
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6.2/10confidence 99
- Playgrounds Score
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7.7/10confidence 99
- Pet Turf Score
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7.1/10confidence 99
- Sport Fields Score
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5.5/10confidence 99
- Rooftops Score
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6.8/10confidence 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
Tests & Certifications
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SYNAccess by SynLawn is an artificial grass product with a 0.5-inch pile height, S-shaped blades, and 33 oz/yd² face weight, resulting in a turf density of 57.27. The construction combines polyethylene yarn with a woven smartWeave backing, providing drainage exceeding 6,500 inches per hour.
SYNAccess achieves a Universal Turf Rating (UTR) of 7.1/10, 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 33 oz face weight range are generally lighter and better suited for low-traffic areas, decorative landscapes, and projects where easier handling and lower material weight are priorities.