What should you put down before laying turf?
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What should you put down before laying turf?
- Spread a general-purpose fertiliser over the ground one week before laying the turf.
- Firm the soil surface by walking up and down on it taking small, heavy steps.
- Lay the turves on the soil, staggering the joints like brickwork and overlapping them slightly.
What is the best surface to lay turf on?
The best surface for turf laying is one that the grass can root into easily. The surface needs to be firm enough to not dent if anyone walks on it, but it needs to be spongy enough to absorb rainwater. Ideally, it will also be nice and level so that your new lawn will be easy to mow.
How thick is a layer of turf?
Turf is normally about 12mm thick, which means it will sit slightly higher than garden paths or edges.
Do I need topsoil before laying turf?
For best results, we would recommend that turf needs to be laid onto good quality, prepared topsoil at least 15cm (6 inches) deep. If the topsoil in your garden is either too shallow or is poor quality, it is wise to bring in more soil before you lay turf.
Can you lay turf on top of old grass?
It is possible to lay new turf on top of old grass; however, you’re not going to achieve the best possible result. Therefore, we highly recommend you never lay fresh turf on top of old turf; otherwise, your lawn’s condition will deteriorate over time as the old grass dies.
Do you need sand to lay turf?
Sand is great for providing drainage for a garden lawn, however, nutrient-rich topsoil is the best material to use directly under a garden lawn.
How long does turf take to root?
Turf roots can take up to 6 weeks to develop a strong root system. It takes around 2 weeks for the shallow root system to form. This means that you need to stay off the grass during this time to give it enough time to form its root system. You will need to give the turf at least 6 weeks to grow before the first frost.
Do you put sand down before laying turf?
As we’ve discussed earlier in the post, sand soil needs to be improved, first, before laying the sod. Choose a nice, dry (not too hot) day for the job. Below, you can read our step-by-step guide on how to lay the turf on sand so that your lawn thrives, even if your soil is not exactly on the foamy side.
Can you lay turf on patchy grass?
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.
Is it cheaper to turf or seed?
Cost of seeding vs turfing Do you count costs in terms of money or in terms of time? The ground preparation for sowing grass seed is exactly the same as it is for laying turf. So there’s no difference there.
Do you need topsoil to lay turf?
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 a hearty yes.
Should I put compost down before laying turf?
Not only will a flat patch look nicer but it is also easier to lay turf on a perfectly flat area. Apply compost to your soil. Compost will help your soil to retain water as well as give your turf nutrients to encourage it to establish and grow.
Does turf sink after laying?
If you walk on it the lawn sinks, up to a couple of inches in places.
Can you walk on freshly laid turf?
On average, it’s OK to walk on a new turf around 3 weeks after installation. But everything depends upon weather, time of year and how well the ground was prepared. Only when the roots have penetrated the soil below and established is the ‘new’ lawn ready for action.
How thick should topsoil be 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.
Can I lay turf on top of old grass?
How deep should top soil be for turf?
around four inches
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.
