Artificial Grass Installation in Wallington

Artificial grass installation in Wallington laid over a compacted stone base with a sand layer on top. It stays flat, drains through and gives a usable lawn all year in shaded gardens and gardens used by dogs.

The Base Under Artificial Grass

The old lawn is dug out and a stone base laid and compacted, then a fine layer of grit sand is screeded flat on top. A weed membrane goes under the stone. Laying artificial grass straight onto soil is the main reason it ends up bumpy and holding water.

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Joining, Fixing and Sand Infill

Lengths are joined with jointing tape and adhesive so the seam disappears, with the pile running the same way on both pieces. The edges are pinned or fixed to a timber or paving perimeter. Kiln dried sand is brushed into the pile to weigh it down and keep the blades standing up.

Where Artificial Grass Works Best

It suits shaded gardens where real grass thins out, gardens with dogs, and anywhere a lawn gets churned up in winter. It also works well on small gardens where a mower is awkward. In full sun it gets warm underfoot, which is worth knowing before you choose it.

About us

Artificial grass is a newer part of the business, but the groundwork under it is the same groundwork we have been laying for over 40 years. A stone base, compacted in layers and screeded level, is what keeps it flat. We fit it across Wallington and the areas nearby, often alongside a new patio.

  • Over 40 years laying driveways and patios

  • Block paving, resin and tarmac driveways

  • Fencing, decking and garden landscaping

  • Covering Wallington and south London

  • Prices agreed in writing before work starts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does artificial grass drain properly in Wallington gardens?

Yes. The backing is perforated and the compacted stone base underneath lets water through to the ground below. Rain drains away at a similar rate to a real lawn. Water sitting on the surface almost always means it was laid on soil or an unsuitable base rather than a stone build-up.

Is artificial grass suitable if we have dogs?

It is one of the main reasons people choose it. There is no mud, no bare patches worn along the same route, and urine drains through the backing. Rinsing the area down occasionally keeps it fresh. The short pile types cope better with heavy use than long, soft ones.

How long does artificial grass last?

Around fifteen to twenty years for a good quality grass on a solid base. The pile flattens in the busiest spots over time, and brushing it up now and then keeps it standing. The base is what usually decides the lifespan, which is why we spend the time on it.

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