HOW TO LAY TURF ON THE LAWN

Home » Home Improvement » Landscaping Outdoor Decorating Join Sign in EzineArticles - Expert Authors Sharing Their Best Original Articles Custom Search Search L Fox Basic Author | 2 Articles Joined: February 16, 2017 United Kingdom Measuring and Laying Lawn Turf By L Fox | Submitted On March 14, 2017 Recommend Article Article Comments Print Article Measuring a Lawn Measure the area where you plan on laying lawn turf. Multiply the average width and the average length. Add 5% extra to allow for trimmings to the edge and wastage. Laying a Lawn Ground preparation is vital to the future of your lawn. Step 1. Remove any existing lawn or weeds. You can do this by spraying the area with a complete weed control product or cut under the grass or weeds and dig it up with a spade. Do not rotavate until 10 days after spraying the weed control. Step 2. Prepare the soil for turf grass. Ensure the soil is turned over to a depth of 15 cm. You can do this by digging or hiring a rotavator. Ensure the area is free of any debris, stones, and weeds. Renting a small skip can fit and easily dispose of the these. Step 3. Rake the ground to a smooth surface. Lightly roll the ground or affirm by foot to reveal any soft areas which then can be raked level. *Tip the wider the rake the easier the job. Ensure the ground is firm but not compact before moving on to the next step. Step 4. Apply pre-turfing fertiliser according to its instructions. Step 5. Order your lawn turf. Ensure the previous steps are complete before doing this as most turf is cut fresh to order. Step 6. Start with the longest straight row, work across the area in a 'brickwork style' by staggering the joints. Push the joints slightly together, then stretch them slightly. *Tip do not place small pieces along the edges as these can break, shrink or shrivel.Avoid walking on newly laid lawn. Should you need to gain access via the lawn place boards on top. Step 7. Water, water, water. Newly laid turf must be watered within half an hour. It needs such a good soaking that the water seeps through to the soil. *Tip turn a corner up to check. Water twice a day or three times a day in hot weather. Step 8. Mowing. Do not mow until the turf is properly rooted. You can check this by trying to pick up the turf. If it doesn't move, you're good to mow. Until your lawn is well established limit mowing to a third of the height. Once established, mow to your desired height. Step 9. Sit back and enjoy your fresh, new lawn. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/expert/L_Fox/2386503 0 Comments | Leave a Comment Did you find this article helpful? Happy Face0 Sad Face0 Viewed 0 time Word count: 404 Article Tools EzinePublisher Report this article Cite this article Stay Informed Subscribe to New Article Alerts: Home Improvement: Landscaping-Outdoor-Decorating L Fox Email Address Subscribe We will never sell or rent your email address. Landscaping Outdoor Decorating Article Feed Landscaping Outdoor Decorating Article Feed Find More Articles Search Similar Articles Create A New Lawn From Grass Seed Or Turf Achieving a Beautiful Lawn With Roll Turf Astro Turf - Laying Down the Footwork How To Install A New Lawn Homeowner Sodding - Seeding Tips Know What Sod You Are Getting for Sod Installation Lawn Grubs Type of Sod - An Important Factor Affecting Cost of Sod Home Improvements - Lawn Maintenance New For Old Lawn Recycling Recent Articles Difference Between Residential and Commercial Landscaping Landscaping Tips For Your Lawn After Your Swimming Pool Has Been Removed Everything You Need To Know About Boxwood Panels Why You Should Consider Hiring A Qualified Arborist For Tree Removal How to Stage Your Garden for Selling Why We Like Small Trees Small Trees The Outdoor Furniture Edition Everything About Installing Landscape Lighting Useful Tips And Ideas For Landscaping Along The Fence Line EzineArticles.com About Us FAQ Contact Us Member Benefits Privacy Policy Shop Site Map Blog Training Video Library Advertising Affiliates Cartoons Authors Submit Articles Members Login Premium Membership Expert Authors Endorsements Editorial Guidelines Terms of Service Publishers Terms Of Service Ezines / Email Alerts Manage Subscriptions EzineArticles RSS © 2017 EzineArticles All Rights Reserved Worldwide