Materials Needed
- Drain Rock Decomposed
- 6″ common nails
- Landscape Staples
- Infill Materials: Green Sand Infill. Infill amount 1-2lbs per square foot.
- Bender Boards: May be used when needed.
Recommended Tools
- Wheel Barrow, Shovels, Picks, Grading Rake, Hammer
- Measuring Tape, Carpet Knife, Cutting Blades
- Drop Spreader (For Infill), Compactor (For Base), Broom (for clean-up)
Site Base Preparation
- Remove 2- 3 inches of existing sod and/or dirt.
- Cap and/or remove any sprinklers.
- Be sure to set a rough grade for drainage.
- Compact natural soil.
- Lay 2-3 inches of either class II road base or decomposed granite.
- Hose down and then compact to 90%.
- Make sure base surface is as smooth as possible.
- Create a slight grade for optimal drainage.
- Sculpt or create a crown for a more natural look
Turf Installation
- Turf should be rolled out under the sun at least 1-2 hours before installation. This will allow the turf to acclimate and as a result make it easier to work with.
- Lay out turf onto base and position where needed. Using a carpet knife/razor knife, cut turf (on backside) to fit area.
- Fasten one end with 60-D nails of 6 inches in length, spaced 3-4 inches apart along the edges. Stretch turf and fasten with nails as you move across to the opposite end. Place a nail every 12-24 inches throughout center and every 3-4 inches along the perimeter.
- Fasten together any seams using 60-D nails spaced 2-3 inches apart and U shaped landscape. Do not counter sink nails along seams.
- After turf is installed, broom before applying infill. Apply infill onto turf using a drop spreader and spread infill as evenly as possible. Note: Never use regular sand (masonry sand) for infill.
- Broom again so that the blades are standing straight up.
Tips for a Professional-Looking Install
- Make sure to properly compact the base material using a vibrating compactor or roller.
- One yard of base materials will cover 100 square feet at 3-inch depth (1 Yard = 1 Ton).
- Prior to installation, lay turf out under the sun for at least 1-2 hours to allow turf to acclimate. This will make the backing less stiff and the turf easier to broom.
- Always stretch and install turf taut.
- Do not overlap seams.
- Never drive nails or staples into base too far because this will create a noticeable dip.
- Always broom prior to filling.
- Always run grain of turf in the same direction. Use a 2×4 (straight line installation) or 1×2 (curve line installation) of synthetic or pressure treated wood bender board around the perimeter of turf area to frame and protect the turf from soil and debris.
- Use only sized Infill 1.5 lbs. to 2.5 lbs. per square foot.
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