Preparation

The main objective is to ensure your new turf is laid on a good quality soil or sand base.

Q. Can I lay turf on top of my existing garden soil?

A. Yes, you can use existing cultivated garden soil as long as you ensure it is weed and stone free and level. It is also advisable to deal with any water logging problems before laying new turf.

Q. What can I do if my existing garden soil is poor?

A. You can either put down new top soil or a layer of sand prior to laying your new turf. If your soil is heavy clay soil then sand would be the preferred option.

Q. What do I do if my garden is water logged?

A. Simply putting down new top soil or sand may help in the short term, however, long term a land drain would be advisable to remove excess water from the garden.

Q. How much top soil/sand will I need?

A. With regards to turfing top soil and sand are usually spread thinly over the existing soil. 1 ton would cover 20sq/m approximately, depending on how thickly it is spread.