Case Study: Turf Core Systems Playground Pad
Las Colinas, Irving, TX
Client & Context
The client needed a playground surface that combined elite-level appearance and safety, capable of withstanding high traffic and Southern Texas weather. Key objectives included:
- Maximized shock absorption for children’s falls
- Low maintenance and high hygiene
- Longevity and color retention under intense sun
- Aesthetic integration with surrounding manicured community spaces
Turf Core Systems Underlayment Pad & Synthetic Playground-turf
The installation utilized the Turf Core Systems synthetic turf pad—an advanced underlayment featuring a patented Gradient Energy Reduction design. Key features included:
- ASTM‑tested impact attenuation, suitable for full head‑drop protection
- Closed-cell, non-absorptive materials, minimizing mildew, bacteria, and moisture buildup
- Lightweight, grid-top structure, making layout and cutting precise and fast for installers turfcoresystems.com
- 100% recyclable composition, supporting the community’s eco-conscious values
- Sub-base preparation: Graded crushed stone compacted to provide a stable base.
- Padding roll‑out: Turf Core pad sections were aligned using the grid layout, enabling quick and accurate cuts and seams.
- Turf placement: Premium synthetic grass BDXT was installed directly over the pad and infilled with non-toxic materials, ensuring uniform aesthetics and turf resilience.
Outcome & Benefits Post-installation reviews and testing revealed outstanding results:
- Consistent G‑Max ratings well within ASTM safety thresholds, ensuring serious shock absorption and child safety
- A surface that remained clean, allergen-resistant, and free of moisture intrusion—ideal for children at play
- Exceptional durability in both aesthetic and structural terms: The pad resists compression, UV damage, and extreme heat, promising a substantial lifespan.
- Maintenance crews found the system easy to clean and repair, preserving the lush look residents expect.
Community Feedback
Residents have embraced the upgrade:
“Children love running here, and parents feel secure knowing it’s cushioned,” noted a local homeowner.
The HOA landscape committee expressed satisfaction with the sustainable, recyclable components and the pad’s role in maintaining a pristine community look.
Summary
By choosing Turf Core Systems’ synthetic turf underlayment, the Las Colinas community gained a playground surface that seamlessly blends safety, longevity, and premium aesthetics—reflecting the elite standards established by The Nelson Golf Club and rebuffing compromises between form and function.
