Tips for Laying the Perfect Lawn
• Laying Turf
• New Lawns
• Turf Suppliers
Tips that will help you get the most from your new turf lawn
Hello and welcome to Award Turf Supplies second blog post! In this post we will show you some top tips for laying and maintaining your turf lawn.
Before we begin we must say that the best way to ensure that your turf laying is done perfectly is to employ the services of a professional turf installation company. Luckily, Award Turf Supplies offers our customers superior turf laying for new lawns at an affordable and reasonable price tag.
Top ten tips for laying and maintaining turf lawns
Here are the top ten tips for laying and maintaining your new turf lawn;
1. Hire a professional- To reiterate the above point; professional turf suppliers will be able to provide you with vastly superior results on your turf laying job. We have years of experience and know how to adjust each job depending on minute details to get you the best results every time. Hire a professional and enjoy the superior results of your investment.
2. Choose the right turf- Read our first blog post and then come in and have a chat to one of the turf supplies experts on the team to determine exactly what type of turf is going to suit your individual requirements. We cannot stress enough the importance of getting the right turf for your property.
3. Flatten and smooth- Ensure that the soil level is 30mm below footpaths and driveway levels, to allow for the laying of your turf. This can be done manually using a rake, shovel and wheelbarrow, or you can employ the services of a bobcat operator to spread it for you. If you wish to use your existing soil, you need to ensure that the PH level of your soil is at the right level, then you may wish to rotary hoe the ground. Do ensure that you have a good soil base as this will have a bearing on the final outcome of your turf.
4. Kill all weeds!- 2 weeks before the laying of your turf your lawn should be weed free to ensure that none of the nasties that have taken up residence in your old lawn find a home in your new one. Give your new turf lawn the best chance possible by killing all existing weeds.
5. Fertilise- A good starter fertiliser should be spread across the area before applying and laying turf.
6. Underlay essential- A good quality turf underlay should be spread evenly over the ground at a thickness of approximately 50mm.
7. Water crystals- Spreading some water crystals on the soil, prior to laying your new turf, will help with water retention during the drier seasons of the year. Water crystals can be purchased from your local nursery.
8. Talk to your turf provider- Turf suppliers and installers are a great source of knowledge for the maintenance of your lawn. Be sure to get their advice on what you need to do to maintain your lawn so that you will be able to enjoy it for years to come.
9. Mow right- Before mowing your grass enquire about the ideal height and frequency for cutting grass depending on your varietal.
10. Water right- As with mowing, make sure you enquire about the best way to water and maintain your new lawn from the experts.
Hopefully armed with these invaluable tips you will be able to get the most out of your turf installation and have a beautiful lawn that last you for years to come.
Author Bio
If you need any further information on the best way to lay your new turf lawn or you are having difficulties then don’t hesitate to call the team of turf experts at Award Turf Supplies today. We will help you ensure that you get the most out of your new lawn. Award Turf Supplies is a family owned and operated business that has over 100 acres of quality turf growing farms on the banks of the Hawkesbury River. If you want the best turf supplies, products and advice, get in touch with Award Turf Supplies today
Thursday 20 March 2014
Monday 17 March 2014
Choosing The Right Turf
Choosing the right turf for your lawn
Welcome to Award Turf Supplies first blog post, this post will hopefully be the first of many that we hope will be an informative and educational experience for our customers, past, present, and future, when determining what turf supplies you need to make your lawn sing.
This first post will briefly examine the things to think about when considering laying turf on your lawn. We will examine some things that will be common knowledge and some that you may not have thought about.
So without further ado, here are the top eight tips for choosing the right lawn for you and your property.
Top eight tips to think of when choosing the right turf for your property
1. Think about climate- The first and perhaps most important thing to be aware of when choosing turf for your home is the climate in which you live. Different types of turf work better in different weather conditions, some are better in colder climes, some deal better with water restrictions and arid climates.
2. Think about aspect- After determining the weather and climate your new turf lawn will face is the the choice determined by aspect. By aspect we are referring to the conditions of your backyard or area you plan on covering with turf. Is the area in shade throughout the day or is it mostly in full sun? These are the kinds of questions you should be answering before deciding on a turf variety for your lawn.
3. Think about usage- Will the area you plan to turf be high traffic or low traffic? Do you want to interact with the lawn or simply have it for aesthetic value? Some turfs are much more suited to high volumes of traffic than others and this can make a huge difference for the longevity and wellbeing of your new lawn.
4. Think about colour- Colour can also be a big determining factor for the type of turf you end up laying down. Shades of green range from light and bright through to purplish greens. A lawn that is matched by colour will look great for your property.
5. Think about maintenance- How much time do you want to invest in your new lawn? Depending on the varietal you end up going for you could have a lot of work in maintaining your lawn, or vice versa. Think about how much time you want to spend on your backyard before making a decision.
6. Think about price- Simply put, some turfs are more expensive than others. The cost of turf usually comes with some form of benefit but ask yourself how much you want to invest in your turf project before embarking.
7. Robust or soft to the touch- Some grass excels at heavy traffic and tends to be rougher and more robust as a result. Some grass is luxuriously soft and a dream to sit upon. Decide what is more important to you and examine compromises.
8. Time vs. Price- With cost usually comes benefits. Take for instance the Buffalo varieties of turf which have a considerably higher purchase price, however, Buffalo turf is considerably cheaper to maintain than the Couch varieties, meaning your initial high cost investment in your turf becomes a lifetime investment.
So there you have it, the top eight tips on what to have in mind when considering a turf supply upgrade for your home. Come back next time as we give you some tips for laying the perfect lawn.
Author Bio
100% family owned and operated, Award Turf Supplies has over 40 years of combined turf farming history. Our turf is grown on the banks of the Hawkesbury River sprawling over 100 acres of prime turf farm. We offer our customers the very best in turf varieties and supplies, as well as knowledgeable and friendly customer service. Whatever your turf supply needs, if you want the best products and advice, get in touch with the team at Award Turf Supplies.
Welcome to Award Turf Supplies first blog post, this post will hopefully be the first of many that we hope will be an informative and educational experience for our customers, past, present, and future, when determining what turf supplies you need to make your lawn sing.
This first post will briefly examine the things to think about when considering laying turf on your lawn. We will examine some things that will be common knowledge and some that you may not have thought about.
So without further ado, here are the top eight tips for choosing the right lawn for you and your property.
Top eight tips to think of when choosing the right turf for your property
1. Think about climate- The first and perhaps most important thing to be aware of when choosing turf for your home is the climate in which you live. Different types of turf work better in different weather conditions, some are better in colder climes, some deal better with water restrictions and arid climates.
2. Think about aspect- After determining the weather and climate your new turf lawn will face is the the choice determined by aspect. By aspect we are referring to the conditions of your backyard or area you plan on covering with turf. Is the area in shade throughout the day or is it mostly in full sun? These are the kinds of questions you should be answering before deciding on a turf variety for your lawn.
3. Think about usage- Will the area you plan to turf be high traffic or low traffic? Do you want to interact with the lawn or simply have it for aesthetic value? Some turfs are much more suited to high volumes of traffic than others and this can make a huge difference for the longevity and wellbeing of your new lawn.
4. Think about colour- Colour can also be a big determining factor for the type of turf you end up laying down. Shades of green range from light and bright through to purplish greens. A lawn that is matched by colour will look great for your property.
5. Think about maintenance- How much time do you want to invest in your new lawn? Depending on the varietal you end up going for you could have a lot of work in maintaining your lawn, or vice versa. Think about how much time you want to spend on your backyard before making a decision.
6. Think about price- Simply put, some turfs are more expensive than others. The cost of turf usually comes with some form of benefit but ask yourself how much you want to invest in your turf project before embarking.
7. Robust or soft to the touch- Some grass excels at heavy traffic and tends to be rougher and more robust as a result. Some grass is luxuriously soft and a dream to sit upon. Decide what is more important to you and examine compromises.
8. Time vs. Price- With cost usually comes benefits. Take for instance the Buffalo varieties of turf which have a considerably higher purchase price, however, Buffalo turf is considerably cheaper to maintain than the Couch varieties, meaning your initial high cost investment in your turf becomes a lifetime investment.
So there you have it, the top eight tips on what to have in mind when considering a turf supply upgrade for your home. Come back next time as we give you some tips for laying the perfect lawn.
Author Bio
100% family owned and operated, Award Turf Supplies has over 40 years of combined turf farming history. Our turf is grown on the banks of the Hawkesbury River sprawling over 100 acres of prime turf farm. We offer our customers the very best in turf varieties and supplies, as well as knowledgeable and friendly customer service. Whatever your turf supply needs, if you want the best products and advice, get in touch with the team at Award Turf Supplies.
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