Installation Process

Before we can install your artificial grass, the existing natural grass will be removed along with the top few inches of soil. The native soil that’s excavated will be replaced with a sub-base.

The top layer of soil is removed using a “Sod Cutter.” Excavating the soil is a critical step in the artificial grass installation process. Rough grading the area uncovers everything underneath like irrigation, pipes, electric wiring, etc.

At this point, we also cap any existing sprinklers that will not be used. This avoids any leakage that may occur and if necessary, we’ll relocate sprinklers, and modify existing irrigation lines.

Any existing edging like fences, sidewalks, curbs, or patios will be used to secure the base material. If those types of edges aren’t present, we’ll install poly board edging, a.k.a. bend-a-board. The installation of bend-a-board is important, as it provides a clean line and a barrier between plant beds and your turf.

In order to prevent weeds from growing through your artificial grass, the crew will roll out and install weed fabric to prevent the growth of weeds.

Because soil naturally expands and contracts with changes in temperature, it needs to be replaced with a solid base in order to avoid buckling, wrinkling, or uneven surfaces.

The sub-base consists of porous materials that will allow water and pet urine to percolate through the sub-base and into the soil below. We prefer to use 3 – 4” of a class II road base for regular turf installations like artificial grass lawns. For applications where maximum drainage is required, as in pet turf installations, decomposed granite works best.

The crew will bring the base material to the installation site using wheelbarrows and will spread it evenly using a rake.

Once the base material is evenly distributed we spray the base with water until the entire are is damp, as this will allow the base to properly settle.

Then, starting from the outside and working inwards in a spiraling motion a plate compactor is used to compact the base and create a smooth surface. This is known as “Compaction,” and it establishes a solid base in which to drive the nails when installing the turf. If the area requires more leveling or grading, it will be done at this time.

The crew will roll out the artificial grass and then cut it to fit the installation area. The turf will be secured around the edges using 6-inch landscape staples, while the seams will be secured using seaming tape, glue, and landscape staples.

Once the artificial turf is cut, fitted, seamed, and secured we use a power brush to help the turf fibers stand up in preparation for applying the infill.

Infill consists of small sand-like particles distributed across the turf using a drop spreader. The infill acts as a ballast and helps weigh the turf down to prevent bucking or wrinkling, and helps the turf fibers stand up straight.

There are several infill options available, and the most common is Silica Sand Infill. We can also provide higher quality infill materials like T°Cool® Infill, which helps keep turf cooler through the process of evaporative cooling. Another popular infill option is Envirofill. Both the T°Cool® Infill and Evirofill have an antimicrobial coating that helps prevent the buildup of odors and bacteria.

After distributing the infill material, a crew member will go over the turf installation using a power brush to help the infill settle between the turf fibers and become more evenly distributed. The power brush also helps the turf fibers stand upright and gives the artificial grass a finished appearance.

The project supervisor will walk the completed artificial grass installation with you to review your new artificial grass lawn and answer any questions you may have. Once finished, you, your friends, and your family can enjoy your lush, green, realistic, natural-looking fake grass lawn!