Topsoil
Golf & Athletic
WE ARE the leading provider of high-quality topsoils and specialty soil mixes, designed to meet the diverse needs of golf courses, athletic fields, and horticultural projects. Our extensive range of topsoils ensures that you have the perfect solution for your specific application, whether it be for construction, maintenance, or enhancement of turf and landscapes.
Customized Solutions: Our Soil Specialists work with you to determine the best topsoil mixes for your specific needs. Whether you require a standard mix or a custom blend, we can tailor our products to ensure optimal performance and sustainability.
Topdressing Sands & Mixes:
USGA Topdressing Sand: Our topdressing sand meets USGA guidelines, providing excellent drainage and a smooth playing surface.
Tournament Topdressing Sand: Specially designed for bentgrass varieties, this fine-grade sand ensures superior performance and aesthetics.
Fairway Topdressing Sand: Coarser in grade, this sand facilitates lateral water movement, keeping fairways in top condition.
USGA Coarse Gravel: A great bridging rock (3/8″), used as a drainage layer for the root-zone mix
Custom Blends:
- 1-1-1 Topdressing Sand/Peat/Topsoil Mix
- 60/20/20 Topdressing Sand/Peat/Topsoil Mix
- 80/10/10 Topdressing Sand/Peat/Topsoil Mix
- 50/50 Topdressing Sand/Peat/Topsoil Mix
- 60/40 Topdressing Sand/Peat Mix
- 70/30 Topdressing Sand & Peat Mix
- 80/20 Topdressing Sand & Peat Mix
- 85/15 Topdressing Sand & Peat Mix
- 90/10 Topdressing Sand & Peat Mix
Custom Athletic Blends:
- 80/20 Athletic Rootzone Sand & Peat Mix
- 85/15 Athletic Rootzone Sand & Peat Mix
- 90/10 Athletic Rootzone Sand & Peat Mix
Custom Construction Blends:
- 50/50 Construction Sand & Peat Mix
- 60/40 Construction Sand & Peat Mix
- 70/30 Construction Sand & Peat Mix
- 80/20 Construction Sand & Peat Mix
- 85/15 Construction Sand & Peat Mix
- 90/10 Construction Sand & Peat Mix
- 50/50 Construction Sand & Black Dirt Mix
- 70/30 Construction Sand & Black Dirt Mix
- 80/20 Construction Sand & Black Dirt Mix
- 1-1-1 Construction Sand/Peat/Black Dirt Mix
- 60/20/20 Construction Sand/Peat/Black Dirt Mix
- 70/20/10 Construction Sand/Peat/Black Dirt Mix
- 80/10/10 Construction Sand/Peat/Black Dirt Mix
All construction mixes use USGA sand, fine-grade peat, and screened black dirt. Choose from our recipes or request a custom blend.
Bunker Sands
Golf & Athletic
Customized Solutions: We offer a range of bunker sands to suit different needs and preferences. Our Soil Specialists work with you to determine the best sand for your specific course conditions, ensuring optimal performance and durability.
USGA Spec Bunker Sand: Our USGA Spec Bunker Sand is tan in color and meets the stringent specifications set by the United States Golf Association (USGA). It provides excellent drainage, stability, and playability.
Signature 700 Tour Blend: This off-white bunker sand is known for its superior quality and aesthetic appeal. It is specially blended to provide the best performance and appearance for high-end golf courses.
Signature 900 100% Crushed (White): Not stocked but available upon request, this 100% crushed white bunker sand is designed for top-tier performance, offering excellent drainage and compaction resistance.
Plaisted Pro Bunker Sand 100% Crushed: Our Pro Bunker Sand is 100% crushed, providing exceptional stability and drainage. It is ideal for courses that require a high-performance sand that stands up to heavy use.
Granite Crushed Bunker Sand: This gray bunker sand is 100% crushed granite, offering excellent stability and a distinctive look. It is perfect for courses seeking a unique and durable bunker sand.
Bagged Products
Golf & Athletic
The following products are available in 40 lb. bags. We can also bag sand in 1,000 to 3,000 lb. totes—
a convenient way to store product, keeping it dry and easier to use.
- Dry Topdressing Sand – an easy way to lightly topdress greens
- Dry Tournament Topdressing– a topdress for modern bentgrasses during warm months
- Dry Green Topdressing Sand– this pigmented sand is used for divots and ball marks
- Dry Early-Green Black Topdressing Sand – for thawing ice and warming the soil
- Dry 70/30 Green Divot Mix – peat added for holding moisture
Golf Projects
Accublender Technology
At Plaisted Companies, Inc., our advanced soil blending technology ensures you get the perfect mix for your needs. Utilizing our Accublender™, we precisely combine materials to create custom soil blends tailored to your project.
Whether you need a topdressing mix with fertilizer or a sand blend with humates and porous ceramic to boost CEC ratios, our technology guarantees consistency and quality. Our custom blends meet USGA guidelines and are available in green pigmented and dried options, ensuring optimal performance for every application.
Comprehensive Solutions
Turf War: Natural Vs Synthetic
When the full analysis is done,
Natural Turf is a 4:1 win over synthetic.
Benefits of Natural Turf:
Cooling Effect: Natural turf reduces surface temperatures, providing a cooler playing environment.
Pollution Control: It traps dust and pollutants, improving air quality.
Aquifer Recharge: Enhances water infiltration, supporting groundwater replenishment.
Regenerative Qualities: Naturally regenerates, requiring fewer replacements.
Aesthetic Appeal: Offers a visually attractive, green playing surface.
Turf Solutions
Backyards to Big Leagues
At Plaisted Companies, Inc., we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch turf solutions tailored to every need, from the smallest backyard to the most iconic stadiums. Our expertise spans across projects of all sizes, whether you’re looking to enhance your home’s landscape or seeking the perfect playing surface for professional athletes.
Our commitment to quality and precision ensures that every “home turf” we touch stands out. Experience the difference that expert craftsmanship and premium materials can make, no matter the scale of your project.