VersaPlay
VersaPlay is a moderate-performance artificial turf designed for multiple residential and specialty applications, offering comfortable surface feel, basic visual appearance, and durability best suited for light use.
With a 1.5-inch pile height and 100 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.
VersaPlay by TigerTurf is an artificial grass product with 1.5-inch pile height and 100 oz/yd² face weight, featuring polyethylene yarn and 27 oz/yd² polypropylene and polyester 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 1/2 in
- Face Weight
- 100 oz/yd²
- Gauge
- 3/8 in
- Total Weight
- 127 oz/yd²
- Tuft Bind
- 10 lb
Yarn
- Yarn Color
- Multiple Colors
- Yarn Material
- Polyethylene
- Fabric Construction
- Monofilament
- Thatching Color
- Tan, Green
- Thatch Material
- Polyethylene
- Thatch Construction
- Curled
- Grass Yarn Linear Density
- 7200 denier
- Thatch Yarn Linear Density
- 5400 denier
- UV Stabilizers
Backing
- Primary Backing Weight
- 9 oz/yd²
- Secondary Coating Weight
- 20 oz/yd²
- Total Backing Weight
- 27 oz/yd²
- Backing Material
- Polypropylene, Polyester
- Primary Backing Structure
- Woven
- Secondary Backing Material
- Polyurethane
- Backing System / Reinforcement
- Quadruple-layer, Action backing
- Drainage Rate
- 400 in/hr
Structural Performance
VersaPlay has limited durability and may show wear more quickly under regular use. Polyethylene fibers offer good durability with moderate resistance to wear and deformation.
High drainage efficiently moves water through the surface layer.
- Turf Density
- 88.99
- Durability Score
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5.8/10confidence 97
- Drainage Score
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9.0/10confidence 100
Safety
VersaPlay 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.
VersaPlay by TigerTurf 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.
- PFAS
- PFAS-compliant
- ADA Accessibility
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3.2/10confidence 100
- Heat Comfort Score
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5.2/10confidence 100
Comfort / Experience
VersaPlay offers a comfortable and slightly soft surface feel. Optimal pile height (1.5") enhances fiber flexibility and cushioning. However, very high turf density (88.99) significantly limits surface responsiveness, resulting in a firm and less cushioned surface.
VersaPlay by TigerTurf has a more uniform and artificial appearance with limited natural variation. 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. Limited yarn color variation results in a more uniform and less natural appearance.
- Softness Score
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7.8/10confidence 100
- Turf Realism Score
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5.0/10confidence 100
Maitenance Scores
VersaPlay requires frequent maintenance due to higher debris retention and cleaning effort. Very high turf density significantly limits accessibility, making maintenance more difficult. This is partially offset by very good drainage supports consistent cleaning performance, while polyethylene fibers reduce debris adhesion and support easier cleaning.
VersaPlay by TigerTurf is prone to debris buildup and may require frequent cleaning to maintain surface condition. Very dense turf significantly limits debris movement and retention. This is partially offset by very good drainage supports consistent debris removal.
VersaPlay is more prone to matting and may require regular maintenance to restore fiber position. Thinner yarn fibers bend more easily, increasing the likelihood of matting.
- Maintenance Score
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5.8/10confidence 100
- Debris Resistance Score
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3.6/10confidence 100
- Turf Matting Score
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4.6/10confidence 100
Warranty
- Warranty
- 15-Year Warranty
Manufactured Rolls
- Roll Width
- 15 ft
- Roll Length
- 100 ft
Production Model
- Final Assembly Country
- USA
Installation Efficiency
VersaPlay provides excellent backing stability, maintaining structural integrity and consistent performance after installation. High-quality primary backing materials provide strong dimensional stability and resistance to deformation, while high-performance secondary backing materials enhance structural integrity and improve fiber lock, high tuft bind strength securely anchors fibers, reducing pull-out and improving stability.
VersaPlay by TigerTurf allows precise seam alignment with minimal visibility when installed correctly. Tight stitch gauge allows precise alignment and improves seam invisibility, while stable backing minimizes movement and improves seam consistency, simpler turf construction improves seam consistency and alignment.
VersaPlay provides moderate cutting ease with some resistance during installation. Flexible backing materials improve cutting precision and reduce resistance. Higher face weight may increases resistance during cutting.
- Backing Stability
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9.3/10confidence 100
- Seaming ease
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9.1/10confidence 100
- Cutting ease
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7.9/10confidence 100
- Roll weight
- 1400 lb
Application Fit
- Landscape Score
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6.7/10confidence 100
- Playgrounds Score
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5.0/10confidence 87
- Pet Turf Score
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8.0/10confidence 99
- Sport Fields Score
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6.8/10confidence 99
- Rooftops Score
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7.8/10confidence 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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7.2/10confidence 100
- Tee Score
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0.0/10confidence 100
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VersaPlay by TigerTurf is an artificial grass product with a 1.5-inch pile height and 100 oz/yd² face weight, resulting in a turf density of 88.99. The construction combines polyethylene yarn with a woven polypropylene and polyester backing and a polyurethane coating, providing drainage exceeding 400 inches per hour.
VersaPlay achieves a Universal Turf Rating (UTR) of 5.9/10, 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 100 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.