{"id":393,"date":"2016-02-29T12:15:03","date_gmt":"2016-02-29T11:15:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.edecks.co.uk\/blog\/?p=393"},"modified":"2025-10-17T08:54:17","modified_gmt":"2025-10-17T07:54:17","slug":"how-to-install-artificial-grass-in-6-steps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edecks.co.uk\/blog\/gardening-advice\/how-to-install-artificial-grass-in-6-steps\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Install Artificial Grass in 6 Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"

Great news – you\u2019ve decided to save yourself all that time you spend mowing the lawn by replacing it with artificial grass. You\u2019re looking forward to spending more time enjoying your garden and relaxing, but before you get to that stage there is just the matter of getting your new lawn in place.29<\/p>\n

Here at eDecks we pride ourselves on being helpful to our customers, and as a family run business we believe in keeping things simple. To that end, if you are wondering about how to install artificial grass then you need to wonder no longer – here is our guide to getting your new lawn in place in 6 straight-forward steps.<\/p>\n

Step 1: Preparation<\/h2>\n

The first stage in any DIY project, as you probably know, is the preparation.<\/p>\n

Measure out the area(s) that you are going to lay down the artificial grass, ensuring that you get your measurements absolutely spot on, so you don\u2019t end up with gaps (it\u2019s good to measure then leave a couple of days and do it again to make sure you don\u2019t rush and make a mistake). Then decide exactly what you want your lawn to look like: we offer lots of different options and variety, meaning you can choose everything from the exact colour of your new lawn to the thickness and length of the \u2018grass\u2019. We also offer our Cut to Size service, which will save you lots of your precious weekend by having everything cut to your specifications rather than you having to do it.<\/p>\n

Step 2: The Digging<\/h2>\n

Once you\u2019ve measured it all out, ordered your new grass and are waiting for its delivery you should get the area ready (although you\u2019ll have to be quick as our delivery is famously fast!). Start by removing the old lawn, if there is any, and then dig out the soil that was underneath that. Not only will this remove all roots and other weeds, but it will give you room to add in a base layer, for a better looking lawn.<\/p>\n

Step 3: The Base Layer<\/h2>\n

Once your area is dug out, you need to make sure there\u2019s a firm base layer. This will ensure that your lawn is smooth and level, with no strange lumps that could damage the grass or make it uncomfortable to walk on. It will need to be compacted and flattened, so allow enough time for this and for it all to set firmly.<\/p>\n

If you want your lawn to be even softer, you might want to consider adding in a base layer of shock pad matting<\/a> to make it even more comfortable to walk on – it works the same way as the layer under your carpets.<\/p>\n

Step 4: Laying your Lawn<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019ve used our Cut to Size service, this next bit is easy (providing you roll it out the right way!). Start at one edge, and simply roll out the grass, ensuring that any joins are secured discreetly. For larger and thicker lawns, it\u2019s worth remembering that your rolls of artificial grass are going to be heavy – get someone to help you, as it\u2019s all too easy to injure yourself!<\/p>\n

Step 5: Securing and Filling<\/h2>\n

Once your new artificial grass is rolled out, it\u2019s time to secure it. Using Ground PINS<\/a>, your lawn will be easy to secure and won\u2019t be going anywhere. Space them out evenly around the edges and throughout your lawn to make it firmly held down, remembering to hammer them in flush to the base of the lawn so they cannot be seen.<\/p>\n

Step 6: Enjoying!<\/h2>\n

With your new artificial lawn now in place all you have left to do is sit back and admire your handy work, or better still get the whole family together for a barbecue safe in the knowledge that your grass will not become patchy with people walking over it.<\/p>\n

How to Install Artificial Grass – Stock Up!<\/h2>\n

Now you know how to install artificial grass, head on over to stock up on artificial grass essentials here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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