Turf Bocce Vs DG

If you’ve played on a decomposed granite (DG) bocce ball court, you already know the deal:

• Balls bounce unpredictably

• The surface shifts and gets messy

• Divots show up in the first year

• It never looks as good as it did on day one

And yet, people keep building them this way — just because it’s cheaper.

We don’t.
Here’s why we build turf bocce ball courts — and why it’s absolutely worth it.

🚫 What’s Wrong with DG Bocce Courts?

The idea sounds great at first: “Just level out some DG, pack it in, and call it a court.”
But real-world use destroys that dream quick.

• Even with proper compaction, DG moves over time.

• The surface develops low spots and washouts.

• Balls don’t roll straight — they hop, skip, or dig in.

• Every rainstorm becomes a clean-up operation.

If you’re building something you want to use for years — not just one summer — DG just won’t cut it.

✅ Why We Use Turf (and a 5mm Pad) Instead

Our bocce courts are built using high-performance turf over a 5mm pad, compacted and leveled on a proper base.

Here’s what you get:

• Perfect roll — like a pool table outside

• No divots, dips, or dead zones

• Cleaner court — no dust or mud to deal with

• Low maintenance — no raking, rolling, or regrading

• A modern, high-end look that actually fits a nice backyard

Clients love it because it plays better and looks better — simple as that.

📍 Serving Modesto, Stockton, and the Bay Area

We build custom bocce ball courts all over Northern California, from backyard setups in Modesto to full-size courts in San Jose. If you’re tired of settling for basic DG builds, hit us up. You’ll never go back after you play on real turf.