How to lay a new lawn from turf

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[@Adams-Gardening-Guides]

Really delighted that my practical step-by-step video for B&Q has now had over 1 million views! Hopefully there are now many, many beautiful new lawns gracing gardens around the country. Now's the perfect time for some spring lawn care, so pop into your local B&Q store to find out what you should be doing to keep it in top condition.

[@bandq]

This video has certainly stood the test of time 😄🌱

[@marianbettcher4096]

Very helpful video. I am now confident of doing DIY for the garden as I have been quoted for over a £1000 for the job. Thank you.

[@benbubear8046]

Brilliant video! Given me the confidence to give it a go

[@kwesiafful8050]

it’s an excellent video thank you

[@thestepfordwives]

We used your video in Spring this year and our lawn has turned out brilliantly! We're so happy with it - thank you!

[@wanglesmegmerson5214]

What a helpful video and wish I’d watched this first. Tried two others and stopped after a few minutes, then watched this right through. Short, to the point, we’ll presented and demonstrated. Everything you need to know.

[@bandq]

Glad we could help 😊🧡

[@internationalgreenkeepers]

Free educational content always has my vote, well done!

[@bandq]

DIY is the way forward 💪🧡

[@jennyhugelibrarys6543]

not many people. are good teachers, but you explain everything really well thank u

[@mergrew0110]

Only one critical thing to remember when laying turf, "green side up"!!!!!

[@codyesposito1430]

My problem when I done it

[@Shanakkk]

Lol

[@GH0ZT77]

So that’s where I’ve been going wrong...

[@makhan4908]

Not if you live in Australia

[@ReneaDistefano_BJBCo]

😂

[@ionutdragomir6070]

2020 in quarantine here in UK ...its time to sort out the garden 😉

[@tonyr9487]

Did you end up doing it and if so how did it/is it going?

[@welaylawnturf]

and i might add that this is a really good guide if you are planning to go ahead yourself.

[@bandq]

🥰

[@cili7]

Very well made video, thanks very much. Clear, concise, and you nicely explain why you do certain things. Well done.

[@vtechead1]

Good video. If the ends of the rolls of turf are not square, overlap one roll end onto another by about 2 inches. Then cut through both mats of turf with a long knife. Throw away the trimmed ends and you should have two straight edges to join together.

[@talithafisher7249]

Thank you so much, Adam! Amazing video and your turf looks really good😜

[@bandq]

You're welcome 😁

[@rodeo9598]

It will be my 1st time laying turf this summer hope all goes well.

[@bandq]

After watching this video, you'll be a pro 😎 Keep us posted on how you get on 🌱

[@BLackCobraPictures]

Oo, finished my retaining wall weeks ago, gonna use this helpful info, thanks my dude :)

[@pamturner5789]

Great step by step instructions and very well described. Thank you.

[@bandq]

We're so glad you found our video helpful! 😊

[@DirectionNext]

This is awesome video. Very well explained from start to finish.

[@cheesyquokka]

All you need is to defeat the zombies and beat the level, you'll get more lawn space and you can use your sunshine to plant your plants.

[@framedoc1]

I liked your video as it confirmed most of my ideas on how I will proceed. One thing I would like to mention is that you did "brick" your sods but you didn't actually make mention that this is what should be done. By "bricking" I mean overlapping the sods as though you were laying bricks in a wall. Overall well done though....hope my DIY turf project comes out as good as yours :)

[@Hurricanehig]

I thought the exact same thing, the reason i watched the video was to find out that information.

[@junioroliver6084]

He did. He used the word 'stagger' to explain that part of the process. 'To have the turf staggered'.

[@MICHAEL-wg2lh]

Excellent video thanks 😀

[@bandq]

Thank you for your comment! We're glad you liked it 😁

[@woowar]

Great video - super helpful, thanks guys

[@AuthenticSelfGrowth]

Seems doable. Thanks 👌🏽

[@amourmtungo623]

Great work. Thank you.

[@kriskalpa]

thank you, a great video and hopefully will save me thousands instead of paying a landscaper!

[@bandq]

So glad you found this helpful!

[@tldnolan]

what was the gravel for?

[@SongBillong]

Very helpful video with no fancy wording. Much appreciated! :-)

[@ashajerome8920]

Thank you for the video. I'm planning to have lawn in my garden, so this was helpful. Just wanted to know the brand of sprinkler you are using in this video.

[@bandq]

Hi, it's a Hozelock Plus Sprinkler. Please see here: bit.ly/3w2ywgv 😁

[@jackburton5]

Brilliant and very informative 👍🏽👍🏽

[@SureSetResin]

Great video & advice!

[@bandq]

Thanks! 😁👍

[@TanookiTelevision]

Gotta love b&q

[@Prencess11]

Good job

[@bandq]

🧡

[@commentscorner617]

excellent, detailed, clear and to the point. thanks

[@RumahAydin]

What preparation do we need for laying turf in a new build houses lawn? It is full of stones and the soil is pale.

[@slimbahri5862]

Very helpful. thanks a lot.

[@Rachel.891]

How long would you wait before you sew grass seeds if you were not laying turf?

[@bandq]

The preparation is the same for sewing grass seeds and laying turf. If you can, try and leave the area for several weeks so the rain gets on it and the ground settles 😊

[@humerafarooq3560]

It was very helpful, can we sow the seeds in February, in uk? thanks

[@streetcat1510]

How long do you leave the sprinkler in one area before moving to the next? Thanks.

[@bandq]

Hi there, you'll need to ensure the water is soaked all the way through to the soil below before moving the sprinkler. Remember not to walk on your new turf until it's well rooted, which can take at least 2-3 weeks 😊

[@travelsphereuk-7090]

I have stinging nettle plant growing. It is very difficult to pull roots out. Can I just throw my real grass turf rolls over it. Please advice.

[@bandq]

We would not recommend doing this, as there may be implications in the future. We'd recommend popping by your local store and our expert staff will be on hand to advise on the best method to remove the nettle plant 🌱 We hope this helps 😊

[@kashmirilion8524]

Very useful information friend thumbs up for video UK support

[@swarajlandscapeconstructio1621]

what are the names of all tools that you use?

[@bandq]

Hi there, please see 0:05 for a list of all items and tools used.

[@utubebroadcaster]

How long does it need to be watered for everyday? I hear some people say 10min and others 5min. It's for 20m2.

[@arghyapaul728]

Thank you sir. I am also an Agriculturist.

[@saravanaprasath4024]

Arghya Paul me too bro

[@terrypedersen1045]

Good and practical advice.

[@hannahjames6]

Thank you

[@Pauly171]

Hi, Can you lay the new turf the same day as prepping the soil and applying new top soil? I've seen a few different answers, and im not sure which is correct?

[@bandq]

Ideally you should wait between 1-3 weeks between preparation and laying the turf to allow the topsoil to settle. Watering the topsoil is also recommended before laying. Ensure that once turf is delivered, you lay it within 24 hours as waiting longer is detrimental to the turf quality. Hope this helps! 🌱

[@Pauly171]

@@bandq thank you!

[@Playwithwill16]

My backyard is very dusty. Any way I can fix it and grow grass

[@llrainll]

How often should we water the turf for the next few weeks? 🥺

[@bandq]

Hello! Depending on rainfall we would recommend watering as soon as possible after laying the turf. Water daily for the first two weeks, then reduce watering to 2-4 times per week after that. Making sure to water it enough that it soaks into the soil below. Hope this helps! 😊

[@ushagurung6948]

Thank you very much

[@stukerr9372]

If you were going to do this with seeds rather than turf is there a preferred method for spreading evenly?

[@bandq]

Hi, Stu! We'd recommend checking out this article from our website, which should tell you all you need to know: bit.ly/2OsiyMl. Hope this helps!

[@rulsey23]

This guy seems legit

[@bandq]

🧡

[@VideoBaseie]

for a larger area is it ok to flatten the soil using a water filled roller?

[@bandq]

Hi there, that will be ok 😊

[@VideoBaseie]

@@bandq thanks for the quick reply!

[@bandq]

You're welcome!

[@jasonantigua6825]

There’s a lot of clay in my garden,what advice could you give me? Thanks

[@niallkennedy23]

substitute compost and manure for sand. fork the sand into the entire area to a spades depth.

[@mrtince]

What was the brand of this water distribution plastic?

[@bandq]

Hi, there! It's a Hozelock Plus Sprinkler. Please see here: bit.ly/3w2ywgv 😊

[@Rain-uh4us]

Top soil 🤔

[@MM-kz9pd]

Can you lay a new lawn roll on top of the old one or does it need to be removed first?

[@bandq]

Hi, it's not something we would recommend, as it will prevent the new turf from rooting properly. Once a new roll of turf has been put down, you need to water the turf thoroughly, making sure the water soaks right the way through to the soil below because it's got to be moist enough for new roots to grow down. Hope this helps 😊

[@rogerbissoon5609]

nice

[@muhammadabdulaziz2199]

find it quite crazy how you can go out and buy rolled up lawn lol

[@bandq]

🤣🤣

[@steveusrex566]

Wow, so this is Minecraft? Jokes aside, my photographic mind has committed this to my neuro-archives. Many thanks.

[@bandq]

😂 Glad we could help! 😊

[@melina1337]

But by leaving it for several weeks will allow time for weeds vto grow?

[@bandq]

As long as the ground is weed free before laying the lawn there should be minimal/no weeds. We hope this helps 😊

[@wooodsy]

Surely you water the area first? dont you

[@wooodsy]

OK, thanks....I didn't water it first as happens, thought the whole place would turn into a mud bath, thanks for the reply