Turf & Lawn Guides
Practical advice to help you get the best results from your new turf.
How to Lay Turf: A Complete Guide
Step-by-step instructions for preparing your ground and laying turf like a professional.
Topsoil vs Compost: Which Does Your Garden Need?
Understanding the difference between topsoil and compost, and when to use each for the best results.
Best Time to Lay Turf in the UK
When should you lay turf for the best results? The answer depends on your region and weather conditions.
How Much Turf Do I Need? Measuring Your Lawn
Calculate exactly how much turf to order with our simple guide to measuring your lawn area.
Turf vs Seed: Which is Better for Your Lawn?
A honest comparison of turf and grass seed — costs, timelines, results, and which option suits your situation.
A Complete Guide to Turf Types in the UK
From hard-wearing family lawns to fine ornamental turf — understand the different grass types and which suits your garden.
Lawn Care After Laying New Turf
The first few weeks after laying turf are critical. Here's exactly what to do (and what not to do) to establish a healthy lawn.
How Much Does Turf Cost? UK Price Guide
A realistic breakdown of turf prices, delivery costs, and total project costs for UK gardens in 2025.
10 Common Turfing Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
Avoid the errors that ruin most DIY turfing projects. These are the mistakes landscapers see again and again.
Seasonal Lawn Care Calendar for the UK
Month-by-month lawn care tasks to keep your grass healthy year-round, from spring recovery to winter protection.
Turf vs Artificial Grass: Which is Right for You?
An honest comparison of real turf and artificial grass covering cost, maintenance, appearance, and long-term value — without the marketing spin.
Can You Lay Turf in the Rain?
Light rain is actually helpful when laying turf, but waterlogged ground is a different story. Here's how to judge whether to crack on or wait it out.
Can You Lay Turf on Top of Old Grass?
Laying new turf over old grass is tempting but almost always a bad idea. Here's why it fails and what to do instead.
How Long Does Turf Take to Root?
New turf typically starts rooting within 7–10 days and is fully established in 6–8 weeks. Here's what affects the timeline and how to check progress.
How Long Should You Water New Turf?
New turf needs daily watering for at least two weeks, then gradually less. Here's the full schedule and how to tell if you're getting it right.
New Turf Turning Yellow: Causes and Fixes
Yellow patches on new turf are common and usually fixable. The most likely culprit is underwatering, but here are all the causes and what to do about each.
How to Lay Turf on a Slope
Laying turf on a slope needs a different approach. Learn how to peg rolls, work from the bottom up, and keep your new lawn from sliding.
Best Turf for Shady Gardens
Standard turf struggles in shade. Here's what to look for in a shade-tolerant turf and how to help it thrive under trees and beside walls.
Best Turf for Dogs
Dogs and lawns can coexist. Choose hard-wearing ryegrass turf, manage urine patches, and give your new turf time to root before letting them loose.
How to Fix Gaps Between Turf Rolls
Gaps between turf rolls are common and usually fixable. Small gaps close on their own; larger ones need filling with topsoil and seed.
How Long Before You Can Walk on New Turf?
Find out when it's safe to walk on newly laid turf, when to let kids and pets back on, and how long before heavy use.
Do I Need Topsoil Before Laying Turf?
When you need topsoil before turfing, when you don't, how much to use, and what quality to look for.
How to Prepare Soil for Turf
The complete guide to soil preparation before laying turf — the step most people rush and regret.
Can You Lay Turf in Winter?
Yes, you can lay turf in winter — but there are risks. Here's what to watch for and when to hold off.
How to Edge a New Lawn
Clean lawn edges make any garden look sharper. Here's how to cut, shape, and maintain them properly.
How to Get Rid of Moss in Your Lawn
Practical methods for removing moss from your lawn and preventing it from coming back, including scarifying, chemical treatment, and long-term fixes.
How to Level a Bumpy Lawn
Step-by-step methods for levelling an uneven lawn, from simple top-dressing for minor bumps to lifting and relaying turf for serious unevenness.
How to Deal with a Waterlogged Lawn
Practical solutions for lawns that hold standing water after rain, from quick fixes like aeration to long-term drainage improvements.
How to Repair a Patchy Lawn
How to diagnose why your lawn has bare or thin patches and the best methods for repairing them with seed or turf.
Lawn Aeration: When and How to Aerate Your Lawn
Everything you need to know about aerating your lawn — why it matters, the best methods, when to do it, and how to get the most from each session.
How to Stripe Your Lawn Like a Professional
How to create crisp, professional-looking stripes on your lawn using the right mowing technique and equipment.
When and How to Fertilise Your Lawn
A seasonal guide to feeding your lawn — what to apply, when to apply it, and how to avoid the common mistakes that burn grass.
How to Overseed an Existing Lawn
How to thicken a thin or tired lawn by overseeding — the right timing, preparation, seed selection, and aftercare for the best results.
How to Remove an Old Lawn Before Turfing
Three methods for removing an existing lawn before laying new turf — mechanical, chemical, and organic — with the pros and cons of each.
Garden Lawn Ideas for Small Spaces
How to make the most of a small garden lawn — choosing the right shape, turf type, and maintenance approach for compact urban spaces.
How to Re-Turf Your Garden
A complete walkthrough for ripping out a tired lawn and replacing it with fresh turf — from planning through to aftercare.
Best Turf Suppliers in the UK: Compared and Reviewed
A straight comparison of the UK's leading turf delivery suppliers — who they are, what they offer, and which is worth ordering from based on quality, reliability, and customer feedback.
How to Order Turf Online: A Step-by-Step Guide
Everything you need to do before, during, and after placing a turf delivery order — from measuring correctly to being ready on delivery day.