4 Ways To Inexpensively Install Artificial Grass In San Diego
Artificial grass is a great way to save money on lawn maintenance, but the installation process can be lengthy and expensive. This article will discuss four different DIY methods that you can use to install artificial grass in your yard.
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High-Quality, Low-Cost Artificial Grass Remnants
Depending on the total square footage of your project, If you don’t need to cover your entire yard with artificial grass, purchasing a remnant can be an inexpensive way to get started. The best part about using remnants is that they already come pre-cut and ready to install!
Unroll the section of grass onto your lawn and use landscaping pins or stakes to hold it down against wind gusts. Overlapping one edge over another will prevent seams from forming on either side when additional pieces are added later.
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The Secret To Low-Cost Subbase
Subbase. What is it? Who needs it? If you have a flat, level lawn with good soil drainage, then an artificial grass sub base is unnecessary. You can lay your new turf directly onto the existing surface without any additional prep work!
A permeable fabric membrane is laid down over the entire area to be covered before laying out landscaping cloth.
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Save Money By Re-evaluating Your Layout And Reducing Material Wastage
It’s virtually impossible that all the grass you purchase will be used up in your installation. Before you install artificial grass, take the time to plan out your design. Keep in mind that whenever possible, it’s best to try and eliminate seams. Seams are unavoidable with turf remnants because they are always cut around.
Obstructions like shrubs or bushes, but you can keep them down to a minimum by carefully planning your layout ahead of time.
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The Seaming Method Hack
As mentioned above, you’ll probably have to cut and seam together multiple pieces of turf when you install artificial grass.
Sack For Grass
One of the most affordable and effective methods to install artificial grass is ideal if you want a seamless look without worrying about cuts or seams.
When using the seamless seaming method, your first step should be finding an old pair of hacky sacks (or other large round objects) that are slightly larger than one another. Next, simply lay out both pieces onto your lawn such that they overlap each other by at least 12 inches. Finally, use landscaping pins or stakes to hold them down against wind gusts as you continue laying replacement turf around both balls in a circular pattern until all of the surrounding areas have been covered!
Conclusion
Artificial Grass Pros are here to make it as easy, painless, and inexpensive as possible. We offer a wide variety of grasses, and we’re happy to help you find the right one for your yard! Don’t hesitate to contact us at (619) 332-1177 today.
