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How To lay artificial grass

Ensure the surface you are covering is clean and smooth. You can apply a self-levelling compound which will remove surface imperfections, which is a particularly good idea if the pile of grass you are laying is very short. Weigh the edges down with a suitable items, like pot plants.

• Ensure the surface you are covering is clean and smooth. You can apply a self-levelling compound which will remove surface imperfections, which is a particularly good idea if the pile of grass you are laying is very short. If you are laying the artificial grass on decking, it’s a good idea to put down some board to prevent the grass forming ridges and falling into the gaps between the boards.
• If you are laying our performance pad, roll out the pad and stick the pieces together with duct tape. You’re now ready to roll out the grass.
• Lay the grass onto the now clean and level area you are covering. Allow around 50mm of grass on each side of the area to trim off to ensure a perfect edge. Leave the grass for around two-to-three hours to settle, which will stop it wrinkling or creasing.
• Cut and trim your artificial grass, using a sharp Stanley knife, ensuring that you cut the grass neat to the edges of walls.
  To make the joins, use a high-quality outdoor tape and glue (you can purchase these from us too), following the instructions on the products.
• If you have a wooden surface, like decking or suspended floor boards, you can use a combination of adhesive and carpet tacks to fix the grass down.