Lawn Bowling Greens

Lawn bowling is a game that can be enjoyed by all ages and all athletes … even non-athletes. Its popularity can be attributed to its simplicity; lawn bowling is played on greens, similar to bocce. A factor that limits the popularity of the game is the playing area and surface for lawn bowling greens. Lawn bowling is usually played outdoors on large, rectangular (a common size is 120 feet by 120 feet), precision-leveled and manicured greens, typically covered in natural grass. The maintenance issues involved in adhering to strict requirements for lawn bowling greens can be difficult to overcome … and a main reason why artificial turf is a logical alternative for surfacing lawn bowling greens. Lawn bowling allows for variations of greens – size and speed, with or without crowns. However, the surface of lawn bowling greens must remain consistent from game to game, as the name of the game is to roll a ball, and natural grass often varies in speed and composition in various conditions; artificial turf lawn bowling greens are playable in all weather and not prone to dramatic changes. Artificial turf lawn bowling greens also require far less maintenance, and none of the typical upkeep associated with natural grass – no watering, mowing, fertilizing etc.