Pile/Yarn
Consists of tufts of polyethylene LSR fibers forming the dense, grass-like surface of play with a uniform coefficient of traction. A high quality fiber will make the whole field surface play better, last longer, and withstand an enormous amount of athletic action without wearing prematurely. Also, a high quality fiber should have ample UV rays resistance and maintain its original color for many years.

Yarn Denier
A unit of measurement characterizing the linear density of a fiber. In layman's terms - how much material goes into making a strand of fiber or one blade. Higher denier means more density. More density means better quality and longevity.

Tufted Pile Height
The height of the fibers when it is installed on the field. Higher fibers allow for more rubber granules to be packed into the system thus providing a superior shock absorbing action. You can also expect a longer life because only the tips are exposed to UV rays.

Pile Weight
The pile weight shows you how much fiber weight you get per square yard. The higher the number the more fibers you get and the more fiber you get the better the quality of the system. More fiber weight means that the system will look, perform, and feel like plush natural grass. Also, the denser fibers will tend to fold over the rubber granules when played on to keep the rubber granules in place and prevent them from migrating all over the field.

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