Cultivated turf allows you to enjoy a lawn of instant beauty and maturity without the usual time-consuming hassles of seeding. The following are basic steps to a beautiful lawn.

STEP 1 - Measuring and Ordering
With a tape, measure the area of your planned lawn. Include these measurements on a sketch of the lawn area, with the length, width, and any unusual features. Choice Turf,Inc will be happy to determine the amount of turfgrass sod you will need from your sketch.  Call 360-568-6951 or toll free1-800-400-6951

STEP 2 - Soil Preparation
For best result, rototill or spade the area to a depth of 4 to 6 inches. Eliminate drainage problems by having soil slope away from foundations, etc.  Then rake in fertilizer, lime, compost, etc. as need to a depth of 3 to 4 inches. Rake and smooth the soil removing rocks, roots, and large clods. Roll the area  with a lawn roller full of water (Winter months this may not be possible). This will firm the soil surface and reveal low areas that need more soil. Keep the grade 1/2 inch below sidewalks or driveway.

STEP 3 - Turf Installation
Install your lawn immediately upon delivery. In hot weather, begin watering lawn within 30 minutes of installation. Turf is a living plant that requires ground contact and moisture to survive! Begin installing turf along the longest straight line, such as a driveway or sidewalk. Butt and push edges and ends against each other tightly, without stretching. Avoid gaps or overlaps. Stagger the joints in each row in a brick-like fashion, using a large sharp knife to trim corners, etc. Avoid leaving small strips at outer edges as they will not retain moisture. On slopes, place the turf pieces across the slope. To avoid causing indentations, or air pockets avoid repeated walking of kneeling on the turf while it is being installed or just after watering. After installing the turf, roll the entire area with about half the water in the roller to improve turf/soil contact and remove air pockets (recommended during summer months when the ground is dry).

STEP 4 - Watering
Give your new lawn at least 1 inch of water within 1/2 hour of installation. Water daily or more often, keeping turf moist until it is firmly rooted (about 2 weeks). Then less frequent and deeper watering should begin. Weather conditions will dictate the amount and frequency of watering. Be certain that your new lawn has enough moisture to survive hot, dry, or windy periods. Water areas near buildings more often where reflected heat dries the turf.

CAUTION
During the first three weeks, avoid heavy or concentrated use of your new lawn. This gives the roots an opportunity to firmly knit with soil. and insures that the turf will remain smooth.

MAINTENANCE
Your new sod lawn increases your property value significantly. With proper care, it will remain a great asset, providing beauty, a clean playing surface, and an improved environment. Mow often, generally removing no more than 1/3 of the grass height at mowing. Keep your mower blade sharp. Your new lawn will need to be fertilized in approximately 30days from installation.

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