Case Study: Playground Turf Installation – Pinehurst Elementary School
Location: Kellogg, Idaho
Project Type: Commercial Playground Turf Installation
Surface Area: 40,000 sq. ft.
Turf Product: SYNLawn SYNtepede Series
Overview
Pinehurst Elementary School in Kellogg, Idaho, needed a safe, low-maintenance play surface that could handle daily student activity and meet strict safety standards. The project involved 40,000 square feet of SYNLawn SYNtepede turf installed over a certified play pad system to meet fall-height specifications — all completed within a tight construction timeline.
Scope of Work
Our team was contracted to complete the full turf system installation, excluding base preparation, which was handled by another contractor. We worked closely with the general contractor to deliver a high-quality surface that met both schedule and safety requirements. Our work included:
- Play Pad Installation: Installed a certified impact-absorbing pad system beneath the turf to meet playground safety and fall-height standards.
- Turf Installation: 40,000 sq. ft. of SYNLawn SYNtepede turf installed in multiple large panels.
- Seaming & Alignment: Precision alignment and seaming to ensure a uniform, safe, and durable play surface.
- Timeline Management: Coordinated crews and workflow to meet the project’s short completion window.
Results
The completed playground provided Pinehurst Elementary with a durable, safe, and visually appealing surface designed for heavy daily use. The SYNLawn SYNtepede system, paired with the underlying play pad, meets all playground safety standards and delivers a clean, consistent surface that will last for years with minimal maintenance.
Materials Used
- Turf: SYNLawn SYNtepede Series
- Underlayment: Certified Playground Safety Pad System
- Infill: Silica Sand
