Before you get started, here are a few tips for artificial turf installation on turf fields. If you have never installed turf before, make sure you have all the proper tools and materials. There are many different types of artificial grass products available so be sure that you choose the one best suited for your turf field. Follow these simple steps for a professional installation of your new artificial turf:
How to Install Artificial Turf: – STEP 1: Choosing Your Area – Select a pre-planned area where you would like to install your artificial turf installation. This will help you get a more professional look. If you’re not sure, make a few mock areas where you can lay sod without concern of harming the grass. If you live in a larger city, such as Chicago, you may want to contact a professional lawn service for this step. They usually have an area that they use as a practice area for new installations.
How to Lay the Turf: – STEP 2: Setting Up the Bass Rock – Place a layer of top soil on the soil surface. Depending on the climate where you live, you might need to add additional base rock to the top of the soil layer. The main thing is to create a firm and level surface to the grass that will sit tightly with no loose dirt. Then you will need to place your grass seed. Most commercial brands of grass seed go by this name.
How to Artificial Turf: – STEP 3: Seam Seaming – Place a piece of string along the perimeter of the bag and drape it across the bag and then the seaming area to create a seaming line on the perimeter of your turf layer. Be careful not to get too close to the edge or you’ll find your newly installed grass can be pulled down and damaged. This line will help the grass to maintain its
firmness throughout the growing season. Now you will want to place your first batch of grass seed. You should use the same amount of filler that you applied to the bag/seam.
How to Artificial Turf: – STEP 4: Assemble the Pieces – The last step in the installation process is to carefully put all the pieces together so that they are properly aligned. Make sure that all the sides and even the backside of each strip are properly sewn. Place everything back onto the surface where it was prior to beginning the installation process and spray paint the tops of the strips. This will help the grass stay in place.
Installing a properly constructed artificial turf comes with its own set of challenges. If you find the steps listed above are proving too challenging, then you may wish to consider hiring a professional to complete the job for you. In addition to providing guidance in the construction process, your professional turf builder will also assist in the application and maintenance of the product. When installing your carpet or rugs remember that your broom and rake should be replaced annually. Look into our other blogs for more info!
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