Tour-Style Home Turf: The Backyard of Sam Burns

Sam Burns rose quickly on Tour after becoming a professional in 2017 and has continued improving each year. He’s collected multiple PGA Tour wins, including Valspar Championship victories in 2 successive years and early professional success on the Korn Ferry Tour — achievements that make clear why he values realistic play.

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 GREEN: GB177 GOLDEN BEAR PUTT

Sam went with GB177 (color 301) for a putting area that plays like a true green. The short, dense pile gives consistent ball roll and predictable pace, so every stroke teaches you something. For a player who works on feel between events, that consistency matters.

THE LAWN: 164SW IN COLOR 301

The 1,500 sq ft lawn area uses 164SW in the matching color to maintain a uniform appearance from putting green to fringe. That space is great for warmups, pitch shots, family time, and retaining a clean look with easy maintenance.

THE BUNKER: REAL SAND OVER TURF

Instead of a fake sand look, Sam’s bunker has natural sand placed over artificial grass. That delivers realistic trap shots while ensuring tidy transitions and easy care around the green. It’s a practical idea for anyone considering a synthetic grass installation with custom features.

THE BENEFITS OF THIS DESIGN

This setup blends practice with leisure play. A dedicated practice putting green lets Sam dial in speed and line. The artificial lawn provides gentile landing zones for shots and a place for family and friends to use. The sand trap delivers true bunker practice without the trouble of building a full bunker.

A bit of background: Sam claimed his first title at the 2018 Savannah Golf Championship, winning with a final streak of birdies, and later expanded his Tour success, including the Sanderson Farms Championship and the Valspar Championship. He sharpened his game at LSU before making it big on Tour.

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