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Can I just lay turf on dirt?
Can I install artificial grass on top of natural grass? Unfortunately, no. You must remove natural grass and all other organic matter, and lay a base before installing artificial turf on soil.
What do you put under turf before laying?
You will need a level base on which to lay your artificial grass. Spread about 1-½ inches of builder’s sand in the area to create a level surface, using a landscaping rake to distribute it evenly.
How do you prepare ground for artificial turf?
In a nutshell, you’ll have to: Remove your existing lawn. Lay down a weed barrier, cut to fit your fake lawn’s shape. Spread a sand/crushed stone mixture over the weed membrane, then pack it into place with a power compacter. Add a thick layer – about . Add a layer of shock-absorbent material.
What is the best base for turf?
Base Type: In most artificial turf installations, the best base to use is a ¾” down to a ¼” crushed drain rock. These rocks can be found at your local rock yards and may have several names. You do not want to use a well-rounded rock like most pea gravels, as they will not compact well.
Do you need to put topsoil down before turf?
Do you need topsoil to lay turf? Grass plants need at least 15cm of good quality, well prepared topsoil to root into. Turf is a made up of thousands of living plants and all plants need growing medium to support them. So the answer to the question “Do you need topsoil to lay turf?” is “yes”.
What is the base for artificial turf?
The most common types of sub-base are a crushed miscellaneous base (CMB), a Class II road base, or a decomposed granite (DG). CMB typically comes from recycled concrete and/or recycled asphalt and consists of a sand/gravel mixture of 3/4” to fine.
What sand do you put under artificial grass?
Sharp sand is applied onto the area you choose to lay your artificial grass before it’s installed. When laying artificial grass, we recommend laying sharp sand to the thickness of 10/15mm, however, there are several steps to carry out before you lay and compact the sand! Find out more below.
What do you use under turf?
These are mesh membranes designed to stop weeds from germinating in the turf. Keep the weed fabric at least 100mm thick, overlapping with the stone-crushed material mixture for the best protection. Geotextile paper is the most commonly used underlayment for artificial turf, which is also called a geotextile mat.
What is the best time of year to lay turf?
Turf is best laid in mid-autumn, but can be laid any time between mid-autumn and late winter whenever the soil is not too wet or frosty. In spring and autumn little mowing is needed so newly-laid turf can be left relatively undisturbed for several weeks.
How much topsoil do you need for turf?
Turf ideally needs around four inches of top soil to root in. Not everyone will need to add four inches however, you may just need to add an inch or two depending on the quality and depth of the existing soil.
Do you need sand to lay turf?
With heavy clay soils, you should add sharp sand, well decomposed manure, garden compost or rotted leaves. This will improve drainage under the lawn. With sandy soils, you should add well decomposed manure or rotted leaves. This will improve moisture retention under the lawn.
When should you put topsoil down?
The best time to add topsoil to a lawn is a few weeks after the grass has begun growing actively. Growing grass recovers from the strain of new soil more effectively than dormant grass. Use roughly 4/10 cubic yard of topsoil for every 1,000 square feet of yard you topdress.
Can you lay topsoil over grass then turf?
Yes, you can temporarily disguise bald patches in your lawn by laying new turf on top of it. AND the new turf will probably root in to it in the short term but the effect will not last. Your new lawn will soon look like your old one and you will have wasted your money!.
Can I use gravel as a sub base for artificial grass?
Types of Artificial Grass Sub-Base There are a few different sub-base options, the most common being crushed granite stone. You can also use limestone and MOT Type 1, but here at Artificial Lawn Company, we mainly use our own special mix of crushed granite aggregate.
Can you use regular sand for artificial grass?
What Type of Sand Should be Used? Always use a silica sand and not building or sharp sand. Silica sand, or kiln-dried sand, as it’s also known, is a very fine sand. You can buy silica sand infill that has been designed specifically for use on artificial lawns here.
How much silica sand do I need for artificial grass?
Typically, you will need 1-2 pounds infill per square foot of artificial turf. This will ensure your grass has the support it needs to retain its shape, and it will also enable the blades to bounce back effectively after being walked on.
What can I put under dog turf?
What can I put under artificial grass for my dogs? You can add a layer of infill beneath artificial turf for dogs. Choose an infill from crumb rubber, sand, or silica granules. Most pet owners prefer to spend a little extra on silica granules to pamper their furry best friends.
Can you lay turf in winter?
Generally the cold weather won’t affect laying turf either. Winter is actually a great time to lay turf as it gives the turf time to settle and root before the summer months when you’ll be wanting to use the lawn more often.
Can you put new turf over old grass?
Laying new turf over old lawn is possible, but results will not be satisfactory in the long run. New grass will grow over old turf, however, your lawn’s condition will deteriorate over time as the old grass dies. For best results, you should always remove any old vegetation before laying new turf.
Is turf available all year round?
Turf can be laid all year round providing the ground conditions are appropriate. Turf can’t be laid during frosty weather as this can slow down thawing and act as a barrier. It does not damage your new turf if the ground becomes frosty once it has been laid.
