Instructions / Assembly

HOW TO INSTALL ARTIFICIAL TURF
TOOLS NEEDED. Stiff bristle broom, razor knife with extra blades, shovel, rake, lawn roller,
garden hose, nails, seam tape, adhesive, and hammer. You will also need to rent a compactor and
seed spreader.
1. Measure and mark area where turf will be installed. You can use an outdoor spray can to mark
off the boundaries for your lawn. Synthetic Turf comes in different sizes. Plan your installation
to have as few seams as possible with your layout.
2. Remove present grass and landscaping materials. Use shovels, sod puller (you can rent one) or
have your local landscaper perform this task.
3. Remove sprinkler heads close off sprinkler system.
4. Compact the ground under your synthetic turf. You need to fully firm up the ground that will
be the foundation of your lawn. The best way to do this is to use a vibrating plate compactor,
which you can rent. You will then add on top of the compacted soil a sub- base. (See 6-7 below).
Some use their existing soil and that can work. It just has to be a very stable base under the turf.
If your soil is sandy or does not compact, then valleys will appear under your turf.
5. If weeds are a problem in your area apply a weed and grass killer to the installation area. In
some areas you will need to install a plastic sheet bearer or a mesh weed barrier above the
compacted soil and below the turf. This is not required in dry climates.
6. Sub-Base: Install 1" to 3" layer of rock aggregate of no more than 1/4". Your local nursery,
rock yard or landscapers company can help you choose and will deliver this sub base. It is also
available in home improvement stores in the pave stone area in 50 lb. bags. Make this base firm
and level. If your soil is unstable, you may need more than 2” of sub-base. If you are not sure,
ask your local nursery, landscape supply, or landscaper. Many installers compact the soil that is
already present.
7. Spread, level and compact this sub-base. Use the vibrating compactor to fully pack the sub-
base.
8. Check for surface imperfection. Fill and re-level your sub-base removing hills or depressions
that are over 1/4". Synthetic Grass drains water through drainage holes built into it, giving the
base a very slight slope away from structures helps rain water to drain without pooling.
9. In an open area unroll your turf. Measure carefully the sizes you need, and cut as needed.
Then, piece by piece, move the turf into installation position for final cutting. Do not drag the
turf. Roll up and carry into position.
10. When cutting the grass to size, always use a sharp blade in a quality utility knife. Change
blades regularly. To make the turf easier to handle, cut off larger pieces of excess turf that is
unneeded. Position the turf where it needs to be and trim the edges more precisely.
11. Seam the grass. There are several ways to seam you turf. Use carpet tape or roofing tape, or