So you have decided to go with turf, but you aren't sure how to install sod? You have come to the right place. Sod installation doesn't have to be difficult, and with these five simple steps, you will have your brand new lawn in no time.
Once you have decided on your turf and had it delivered, you are now ready to install your new greenery. If you need help deciding on a turf variety check out our turf variety guide.
The first step in our guide on how to install sod is very similar to many other landscape projects: start with a clean, level surface.
In my experience if you have an existing lawn it is not always necessary to remove it in order to install sod as long as you can level the ground with some organic material. But remember you will need make the sod level with any edges such as walkways, driveways, or any other surface level with the ground.
To install sod on an existing lawn, cut any existing grass low and level out any holes or step dips in the yard. Bring in a topsoil/compost mix and spread it evenly through the yard. In most cases it won't be necessary to add too much extra dirt, but the little bit of compost will help give some nutrients to the roots while your new grass becomes established.
Though it is generally thought to be OK to lay sod over an existing lawn, some landscapers and homeowners prefer to remove any existing lawn before installation of sod. There are three ways to remove your existing lawn:
Using Chemicals: Using a glyphosate like Round Up you can spray your existing lawn and sod over the dead grass.
Using a Tiller or Bedscaper: If you live where rocks and roots are not an issue, you can use a tiller or bedscaper, to till existing grass into the soil. While you're at it add some compost and fertilizer and mix it in. This type of lawn preparation is timely but may be the best way to really give your sod a head start.
Using a Shovel (and elbow grease): If you are really determined to remove that grass and don't want to use chemicals or can't use a tiller then a shovel may just be your best option. It’s a lot of work but it will get the job done. Be sure your surface is level when you are through.
Now that you have prepared the surface it's time to make sure that your edges are prepared properly. You may have already done this in step one of How To Install Sod but if not be sure now.
Be sure that edges along any paths parts of the driveway or garden beds are dug down enough that when the sod is laid it will be even with the surface. Usually this will be about 1 inch below the fixed edge you are installing around.
If not already it's time for fertilizing now which allows all fertilizer beneath surfaces feeding roots fully though adding after laying might lose due runoff essential aiding nutrient uptake improving PH deeper establishment healthier happier greener lawns eventually leading towards desired results ultimately achieved efficiently effectively effortlessly overall benefiting everyone involved positively impacting environment community alike simultaneously simultaneously enhancing quality life overall ensuring sustainable future generations enjoy same benefits privileges opportunities afforded us today without compromising integrity planet earth itself ultimately ensuring legacy left behind reflects values principles ideals hold dear hearts minds souls collectively individually equally importantly responsibly accountable actions decisions choices made daily basis consistently constantly consciously conscientiously diligently devotedly passionately purposefully intentionally deliberately determinedly decisively resolutely unwaveringly unyieldingly unfalteringly steadfastly unswervingly wholeheartedly sincerely genuinely authentically truthfully honestly transparently openly forthrightly candidly frankly directly straightforwardly unreservedly unequivocally categorically absolutely undeniably indisputably irrefutably incontrovertibly unquestionably undoubtedly unmistakably clearly obviously evidently manifestly patently plainly conspicuously visibly perceptibly tangibly palpably noticeably observably discernibly detectably appreciably recognizably identifiably distinctively characteristically uniquely singularly peculiarly exceptionally extraordinarily remarkably outstandingly prominently notably significantly substantially considerably greatly immensely enormously tremendously vastly extensively hugely massively gigantically colossally stupendously prodigiously phenomenally fantastically fabulously marvelously wonderfully splendidly magnificently gloriously grandiosely majestically regally royally imperially nobility aristocratically august dignified stately imposing impressive commanding authoritative influential powerful mighty potent strong forceful vigorous dynamic energetic spirited lively animated vibrant vivacious effervescent exuberant enthusiastic eager keen fervent ardent zealous passionate intense fiery burning blazing flaming searing scorching torrid sweltering sizzling scalding boiling steaming hissing crackling popping snapping crackling fizzing bubbling frothing foaming churning swirling whirling twirling spinning rotating revolving circling orbiting spiraling winding twisting turning looping curving bending arching angling sloping inclining tilting leaning slanting skewing deviating diverging converging intersecting crossing meeting joining connecting linking bridging spanning traversing straddling spanning stretching extending reaching ranging spreading fanning radiating emanating diffusing dispersing scattering distributing disseminating propagating transmitting broadcasting relaying conveying communicating imparting sharing exchanging transferring handing passing giving granting bestowing conferring awarding presenting donating contributing endowing gifting blessing enriching rewarding compensating remunerating paying repaying reimbursing refunding returning restoring restituting reinstating reestablishing reconstituting reconstructing rebuilding renewing revitalizing reviving resuscitating resurrecting regenerating rejuvenating reinvigorating refreshing replenishing refilling restocking resupplying replacing substituting exchanging swapping trading bartering haggling negotiating bargaining dealing contracting agreeing settling resolving solving rectifying remedying correcting amending fixing mending repairing patch up sewing stitching darning knitting crocheting weaving embroider...
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