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What do you use as a base for artificial grass?
A proper sub-base comprised of either class II road base (also known as crushed miscellaneous base or CMB) or decomposed granite will provide an excellent foundation for your artificial grass and will help ensure you get the most out of your investment.
How deep do you dig for artificial grass?
For domestic applications, we recommend a minimum depth of 50mm (2”). For commercial or public areas, such as artificial grass at schools and playgrounds, we recommend installing a sub-base of between 75mm to 100mm (3” to 4”).
Do I need to put sand on my artificial grass?
The short answer is yes. We certainly recommend that you use a silica sand infill on all types of artificial grass. Even though some ‘non-infill’ grasses have been developed in recent years, these basically just have a dense lower thatch, and it’s still important to install a sand infill to your artificial lawn.
What is the best base material for artificial grass?
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.
Can you lay artificial grass straight onto soil?
Unfortunately laying artificial grass directly on top of soil or existing grass just will not work. We recommend removing a minimum of 75mm (3 inches) below the finished height of your lawn, which includes removing all existing grass and weeds. For poor draining areas, we recommend excavating to 100mm (4 inches).
What’s the best way to prepare for artificial grass?
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.5 to.75 inches – of sand. It will have to be perfectly smooth and level, otherwise your grass will not be smooth or level.
How big of a base do you need for artificial grass?
If, however, the soil conditions are more clay-based and drainage is restricted, it may be necessary to add an additional stone layer subbase. This will consist of a standard, type 1 stone, with a depth of 50-100mm. With the sharp sand now laid, the surface needs to be compacted to create a stable base for the lawn.
Is it OK to install artificial grass over well draining soil?
Installations over well-draining soil should have few issues with drainage, as the artificial grass should be permeable to water, and the aggregate base described below provides an additional drainage layer. If you are installing the lawn over poorly-draining soil or a hard surface such as concrete, take the following precautions:
What’s the best way to prepare the ground for turf?
Level the ground, break up clods, cut off roots and remove debris and pebbles. Even out the ground, and take out any uneven parts which would not be attractive after the turf has been laid. You have to fill in holes, flatten bumps, and generally try to obtain a surface with gentle contours (or is perfectly flat.