Introducing Wide Blade Turf in Pittsburgh

If you've been looking for artificial grass that actually resembles the real thing, you already know the difficulty. Most options on the market fall somewhere between "pretty good from a distance" and "obviously fake up close." Southwest Greens understood that frustration loud and clear and the answer is the new Wide Blade 50 and Wide Blade 57.

These aren't just two new products. They're the product of real engineering innovation backed by one of the most trusted names in the industry: Shaw Industries.

THE TECH BEHIND THE TURF

Now here’s the interesting part. Shaw Industries owns a patent on a manufacturing process that no other company in the industry can match — the ability to run three different fiber types through a single needle.

What does that actually mean? Most artificial turf manufacturers utilize one fiber type per needle during production. Shaw's patented process threads slit film, monofilament fibers, and thatch fibers all through one needle simultaneously. Every single row of the finished product includes the exact same combination of all three fiber types.

That single needle holds slit film, monofilament, and thatch fibers all at once — so every row of your lawn is built exactly the same way. No variation. No weak spots. No streaks. Just consistent, beautiful artificial turf from edge to edge.

The result? A surface with almost no streaking, a uniform color throughout, and a finished look that looks great visually from every angle. And because each row is identical in fiber composition, the surface behaves just as consistently as it looks. No soft spots. No areas that wear differently. No surprises.

WHY IS THREE ENDS PER NEEDLE A BIG DEAL?

Southwest Greens partnered with Shaw's R&D team to bring this same patented technology into residential lawn turf grass products. The result is a thick, lush, natural-looking lawn that families and pets can actually spend time on day in and day out.

Here are five reasons why this approach to synthetic grass installation sets itself apart from anything else on the market:

1. The most natural appearance available. Three ends per needle create added color variation and contrast in pile height across the surface. That mix of tones and textures is exactly what makes real grass look alive, and it's what makes Wide Blade turf look so authentic.
2. You see what you're buying. The tall fill yarn keeps the fibers visible and upright. With three ends per needle, there are actually one-third more ends visible at the same weight compared to standard turf. That translates to a fuller, richer look right out of the box.
3. It feels heavier than it weighs. The three-end construction builds a denser surface perception. A 50 oz. product genuinely feels like 60 oz. That's not a trick. It's the natural result of how the fibers stack and interact at this density.
4. Built-in durability from Bolt yarn. Shaw's Bolt yarn technology was originally designed for high-performance athletic applications. Bringing that same material science into a residential artificial grass product means the Wide Blade line performs well under heavy foot traffic, pets, kids, and everyday backyard life without deteriorating.
5. Infill stays put. Infill migration — the slow spread of infill material away from where it should be — is one of the most common complaints with standard fake grass installation. The three-end construction helps secure infill in place, reducing flyout and migration over time.

EASIER TO INSTALL, TOO

Beyond how it looks and performs, Southwest Greens and Shaw R&D specifically designed this product with the installation process in mind. The wide blade construction makes fake grass installation more simple, with less fuss during the fitting and finishing stages.

One standout feature: the shorter 1.5-inch pile version of this product creates a clean "first cut fringe" when used around custom golf greens. If you're building a putting surface in your backyard, this turf blends in seamlessly with the surrounding lawn, with no awkward transition or visual mismatch.

MADE IN THE USA

Shaw Industries manufactures in the United States, and that's not just a key benefit. USA-based production means tighter quality control, shorter lead times, and accountability throughout the supply chain. When Southwest Greens stands behind a product, they need to know exactly how it's made and that the standards behind it are consistent. Shaw's domestic manufacturing ensures on that.

MEET THE WIDE BLADE 50 & 57

The two newest additions to the Southwest Greens artificial turf lineup are designed around everything covered above:

Wide Blade 50: A premium residential lawn option with the full three-end fiber combination and Bolt yarn durability, providing exceptional density at 50 oz.

Wide Blade 57: Going up in weight and pile richness, this is the highest-end option for homeowners who want the most lush, full-looking lawn turf grass possible.

Both products are available now. Explore the full Natural Collection and see where Wide Blade 50 and 57 might enhance your project.