What To Expect When Having Artificial Turf Installed

Artificial grass is growing in popularity because it’s both attractive and low maintenance. One of the most common questions about it has to do with artificial turf installation. Here’s what you should know in this regard. Preparation This is when most of the intense work occurs because a few things need to be done to the ground prior to artificial turf installation. These include: Clearing the ground of any existing grass and plant life so that they don’t grow through the turf and ruin it. Excavating at least four inches of the ground to ensure that the area is thoroughly sterilized. Leveling the area and building it up so that the turf can be installed. It’s important to ensure that the turf is even with the ground. Therefore, the excavation needs to be built back up. To do this, several layers are packed and filled. This must be done until the ground is level. Only then can the turf be installed. Placing a weed barrier underneath the turf ensures that […] Continue reading