Steps
- Measure the area. Frame the area with a 2"x4" edging. Leave a 1/8" space between edging and existing hardscape.
- Remove 2-3" of soil. Tamp.
- Install a base of either Decomposed Granite, Road Base, Pea Gravel, or a combo. Tamp.
- Lay a root barrier over entire area.
- Place the turf, which will probably require seaming two or more sections together. Tuck edges in space between edging and hardscape.
- Install fill material (various sands, small rocks, stone dust and compounded earth that help keep your grass blades rooted and lifted)
Things You'll Need
- Carpet Cutter (industrial style)
- Chalk Line
- Drop Spreader
- Hammer
- Landscaping Rake
- Plate Tamper or Small Riding Roller (rental)
- Self Leveling Rake or Chain Screen
- Shovel
- Sod Cutter (if necessary)
- Spray Nozzle and Water Hose
- Stiff Bristle Broom
- Straight Edge (for seaming)
- Wheel Barrel or Bobcat (recommended for larger lawns)
- "5-minute" Epoxy adhesive
- Base Materials For Crushed Aggregate - Crusher Fines, Screenings, StoneDust (1.9 tons per 100 Square Feet) or Concrete (3 ½ inches fiber filled)
- Seaming Material (see manual for choice)
- Top Dressing Material
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