Tony (Tacogolf) Transforms Golf Simulator Floor Using Jiu Jitsu Mats

Greatmats customers find all sorts of creative uses for flooring products, and we love hearing about the new and exciting ways they’re putting the products to use. When Tony decided he wanted to create an artificial putting green in his home, he found the perfect underlayments at Greatmats.

How Tony Created a DIY Putting Green in His Garage

Tony set his sights on converting his garage floor into a putting green for a golf simulator. This do-it-yourself project was quite the undertaking since it would require Tony to build up the flooring high enough to put cups into each corner.

To start, he ordered Jiu Jitsu Mats Interlocking from Greatmats. These workout mats measure 1.25 inches thick and interlock together, so they’re easy to install. Tony used them as a subfloor, giving the green the height it needed to install the cups.

''This mat is actually a workout mat like an MMA mat, and the turf that goes on top of it is another ⅜ inch, so I’m going to have almost 1 ¾ of depth so I can pop the holes in there for the putting green,'' says Tony.

He found the foam mats to be very, very easy to install. ''If you can put a jigsaw puzzle together, you can definitely put this together,'' he says of the floor.

To install the turf, Tony placed it upside-down so that it mirrored the mat on the floor. Then, he started outlining his cutouts, marking the holes with a white Sharpie pen on the foam mats. He did the same thing for his hitting strip.

Ultimately, the DIY putting green measured 144 square feet, and Tony can practice strokes from a two-foot putt to a 15-foot putt. ''This is a do-it-yourself job, and I'm so proud of myself that I was able to do it all by myself,'' says Tony. ''It took me all day to do it; it took me about three hours to do it on my own.''

The project required precise measuring, and Tony had to make precise cuts in different places to ensure the green would fit together correctly.

Ultimately, the project was worth the time investment. Tony has his own homemade putting green in his garage. The indoor green allows him to practice in all weather, and the foam mats add a cushioned feel to the green for extra comfort.

How Greatmats Can Help with Your DIY Putting Green and More

Tony found the Jiu Jitsu mats at Greatmats and solved his problem of identifying a product that would elevate and cushion the putting green, similar to an underlayment. We can help you solve similar challenges with your DIY putting green or other projects.


At Greatmats, we proudly stock thousands of quality flooring products. Many of these products are suitable for indoor use, and they come in a wide array of thicknesses. Additionally, we stock products at many different price points, so you can make a budget putting green for your kids or a more sophisticated, higher-end green for yourself.

You’ll find a wide variety of product styles at Greatmats, too. The interlocking tiles that Tony chose are highly popular because they’re so easy to install, require no adhesive, and can be removed and relocated if needed. In addition, we have mats that can be dry laid, tiles that interlock by being snapped together, interlocking planks, rolls of flooring, and more.

While we can help you find the right subfloor for your putting green, we also have numerous options for the artificial turf itself. We stock turf tiles and turf rolls in different pile heights and thicknesses and in padded and unpadded forms. As a result, you can find turf that reflects your vision for your putting green.

Contact us today, and we would be happy to help you plan your DIY project, whether it’s a putting green, a home gym, a cushioned floor for your children’s playroom, or another project. Our knowledgeable customer service team can answer your questions about products and help you find the perfect product for your plans.

Tony (TacoGolf)