Looking to transform your garden during Autumn? Look no further, in this blog, we'll be discussing how to lay your own turf from scratch. We have compiled a 'how to', step-by-step guide to ensure that even a novice DIY'er, can complete this with minimal stress or difficulty! Follow along and let us know on Facebook how you got on!:

1. Turn Over Your Soil.

Whilst clearing the area in which the grass will be rolled out, ensure the soil is sufficiently turned over, by raking the space from corner to corner Whilst doing so, you can pull out all of the weeds (make sure you do so by their roots) to neaten up the area and increase the lifetime of the turf you're about to lay.

2. Laying the Turf.

Start by laying the rolls of turf widthways, tightly aligning each strip against the next. Don't worry if the grass overlaps your measurements, as it can be cut back to the required dimensions. Whilst rolling the grass out, press carefully onto it without squishing the turf. When moving onto the next strip, if you need to stand on the fitted turf rest a plank underneath yourself as this will stop any unwanted dents and holes within your grass.

3. Whilst laying the turf.

Push the turf out to the edges for a tight join, but be careful to not overstretch this turf to avoid rips and any potential damage.

4. Finishing touches.

Next, you want to trim the edges of the overlapped grass whilst using a plank (to avoid denting or creating a hole in your newly laid grass). Finishing touches matter, so have patience!

5. Maintaining your newly laid grass.

Newly laid grass requires regular watering,  there must be enough water t reaches the soil without causing a mini flood of wet mud! You may not have to water your grass as regularly as expected with all of this Autumnal rain, but where there is windy or drier weather conditions, you will have to water the soil manually. Water your turf around to 2-3 times a day or if you see the grass beginning to shrink or dry out. If there are any holes, fill them in with soil and seed.

Top Tip: Consider purchasing an automated sprinkler to avoid the risk of over-dried grass!

There you go... Now you can finally have that dream garden you were hoping for during the summer months, and are on your way to becoming a professional DIY'er! Keeping in control of these conditions will ensure that your garden continues to be maintained all year round, accommodating for relaxation during the summer!

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