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Thank you! There are many other ways to attack turfing over a hard surface, a rubber underlay is an option, as well as adding a drainage cell underneath the turf. This is a good option if you do not want to adhere anything to the concrete (the turf is adhered to the cell). A drainage cell in your case could be the go, as it will create a flat, even surface.

Yes, in most cases you should glue only the edges, just like we did in the video - sand infill usually takes care of weighing the rest down. Have a read through the comments on this video, you'll find a lot of info about keeping drainage in mind when gluing.

@@TuffTurfAU thank you so much for the video and the reply. I have read all your comments and yes, will apply the glue just on the edges and maybe a few other areas randomly but not on the entire surface.

yes, this is possible! 2 factors to consider: adequate drainage, and securing the turf to the base. If you use an adhesive, ensure the concrete is dust and paint-free.

Hi Jade, yes this is the method I would be using. When you install the glue, keep drainage in mind; do not apply glue to the entirety of the underlay or turf. Best of luck with your project!

Hi Dave, Yes, this is indeed considered a permanent solution. A product similar to GlueRid combined with a floor scraper will get the job done. If a "less-permanent" solution is required, then a double sided tape could be just what you need.

This turf has a 30mm pile

No, grass will not be affected by weather. Puddling will occur if the base has insufficient drainage.

Thanks for your patience. 10 is the bare minimum for our 35mm Pile Landscape turfs. If you'd prefer a more soft underfoot feel, I recommend adding 8kg per sqm, and see how it look after a few months of foot traffic. Usually your grass fibres will lay down and look less than desirable; if so, brush the fibres back up and apply a higher infill rate of sand.

Thanks for your patience. Our testing indicated mixed results on EPDM. I recommend testing a patch for adequate adhesive. This product is designed to be last permanently in Australian conditions.

Thank you for your feedback! I agree that this should be routinely updated. The tape shown in the video has been superseded, and temperature is no longer a concern, as it is not bitumen-based.

Use an adhesive that is designed for synthetic turf. We use our Tuff Turf Synthetic Grass adhesive, available through any Bunnings Warehouse. Using the correct glue will almost guarantee that your turf won't move with changing and harsh weather

You're absolutely welcome! The sand will migrate eventually through weather and foot traffic, but not drastically.

@@TuffTurfAU thank you so much!!!

It is not 100% necessary to add glue in all areas. If the area you are installing in has larger than typical water exposure and there is no in-built drainage, you can strategically apply glue so that water can escape to where you need it to, with sand infill doing its job to weight the surface down

This is Tuff Turf's Synthetic Grass Adhesive. If you're not located in AU or NZ, you could look to other reputable brands such as Dunlop. Glues for turf often have a greater capacity for heat and cold handling.

This is a great thought, and as far as a DIY project such as this video shows, it's beyond most people's skillset. Thanks, Steve for a great next video idea!

This is exactly what I'm thinking 🤔

Hi Heather, this can be removed using a product called "Glue Rid", potentially combined with manual removal (sanding or grinding). Having said that, most people will replace old turf with another covering such as new turf, or decking, and the appearance of the base layer isn't usually a concern. An alternative installation method is a double-sided tape, which has no residue.

This is our Tuff Turf Synthetic Grass adhesive, available directly from us or from any Bunnings store.

Hi there, Sand is necessary, to keep the turf in place, as well as to hold the turf fibers standing up and looking great long term.

Hi! Use a glue solvent such as GlueRid to remove the bulk of it, and pair it with a manual removal method such as a floor scraper

Hi Jimmy, not necessarily. If your current drainage is insufficient, eg, water pools there, then water will also pool there when you install turf on top of it. If improving the drainage performance is not an option for you, then you can treat the area with a water/chlorine mix periodically to kill anything organic there. Seeing as synthetic turf is usually chosen as a solution in order to reduce maintenance, we would always suggest making your base as flat and free-draining as possible before installing turf on top. Thereby reducing maintenance, and improving the look, feel, and usability of the surface for years to come.

Hey Marcus! Use any Glue designed for Synthetic Turf. Using the wrong type will mean that the turf won't handle temperature changes and water. For sand, be sure to use any fine, dried sand. Using cheaper sand may mean that the granules will be larger and moist and will be difficult to brush into the surface. Additionally, the sand may damage your turf fibres when the area is utilised for high foot traffic.

Hi Akash, this is Tuff Turf's Synthetic Turf adhesive glue available at any Bunnings Warehouse. www.bunnings.com.au/tuff-turf-4l-synthetic-turf-adhesive_p3300263

Hi there, no this is not necessary in most cases. If you opt to use a sand infill, this usually provides sufficient ballast to avoid the turf shifting much over time. You may consider more glue coverage in particular areas that receive above average foot traffic.

We recommend using Tuff Turf Synthetic turf adhesive. Using a 3mm V-notched trowel to spread the glue over the entire area. Use around 8lts of the glue to cover this sized-space.

Hi Jonathan, is your base already fully constructed? If so, you may not have much influence over your drainage performance. Test it out - if you dump a whole lot of water on the surface now, does it sufficiently drain? If so, be sure to apply the glue tactically, so as to facilitate that drainage. You could apply glue so that no drainage "outlet" is not blocked by the glue. Finally, as described in my of these comment replies, pairing a sand infill (on top) with glue (underneath) will help the new surface stay in place for the long term.

Yes, you can. The drawback is potentially poor drainage. It is usually better to correct the drainage before installing turf on the surface.

Hi Peter, Thank you very much for your contribution to a vital conversation that we as a society must have, and actively encourage on an ongoing basis. The widespread outlawing of things that some non-qualified citizens think that harm our bodies and the environment is a slippery slope don't you think? Should cars that emit harmful gases be outlawed? Should non-filtered water be outlawed? Should we outlaw road markings for fear that its degradation will end up in our waterways? It's a slippery slope and with everything in life; there are trade-offs. Tuff Turf are contributing in reducing environmental impacts where we can; by making sure as much of the turf and related products remain out of landfill. We as a company are set to become the only Turf recycler in Australia with our new Turf recycling facility in regional Victoria. Recovered materials, including plastic, sand and rubber, will be reused in the installation of synthetic turf, and surplus materials will be sold back to the market. Thank you again for engaging in this important conversation Peter, I wish you well.

Why are you watching this video on how to install it then? Find a hobby bro

In this application, sand will help the turf fibres stand up over the long term, and weigh your turf down. If these facets do not matter to you, then "no" you don't need an infill.

@@TuffTurfAU Sounds good. Thank you sir.

Hi Jen, two of our turfs that fit that description are our "Ready Turf" prepack here: tinyurl.com/2heyxsnh OR our Total Turf which is available per lineal metre tinyurl.com/p4bzehsd Please let me know if you'd like to know more.

You can find our "Synthetic Turf Adhesive" at any Bunnings Warehouse. It's available in 320gm Tubes and in 1, 4 and 20lt Cans. If you're not located in Australia, ask your local hardware supplier for Glue specific for Synthetic turf.

Thanks for the wonderful compliment :) Yes, you can play football on this grass. The lifespan will be affected, as well as the visual appeal of the turf will be negatively affected, however. If you're looking to create a surface specifically for playing football, you're better off purchasing a sports grass as opposed to a landscaping grass as shown in this video.

Wow! Thank you for the great compliment. All our turfs are fine to be shared with pets. As long as you build the base correctly (free-draining), and pick up hard pet waste as you see it, you'll help your surface look (and smell) great long-term

We use our Synthetic Turf adhesive available from Bunnings Warehouse. If you're not near a Bunnings, be sure to use a glue that is specific for synthetic turf.

Hi George, sorry that I missed this comment. It is very difficult - use a product such as "Glue Rid" to remove this glue. In extreme cases you may have to use a manual removal method such as sanding or grinding.

We use Tuff Turf Synthetic Grass Adhesive available from any Bunnings Warehouse

You're best to use nails around the edges to secure the turf to the ground, and finish off with a sand infill in the top to weigh everything down adequately. To achieve your best possible result, check out our DIY Installation video below. ua-cam.com/video/FHAlMLETCNg/v-deo.html

Hi Niki, thank you so much! Yes, this can work to achieve your aim :) You may potentially still get some weeds come through - periodical weed killer treatments can definitely help to keep them at bay.

You can find our "Synthetic Turf Adhesive" at any Bunnings Warehouse. It's available in 320gm Tubes and in 1, 4 and 20lt Cans. If you're not located in Australia, ask your local hardware supplier for Glue specific for Synthetic turf.

Wow, this sounds like a huge job! Player safety should be your number one concern as opposed to cost. Therefore you should first ensure your base is flat and allows for adequate drainage. With that completed, you should pay attention to your joins, you should use a joining fabric and Glue to adhere the two pieces of turf together. This will close to guarantee that your join will remain strong and safe for as long as you need it to be. Without a strong join your join will open up and player safety will be compromised. The trade-off is that you cannot remove the glue from the turf without damagaing itit. Best of luck with the project BoBo!

Hi Marty, yes your drainage will remain similar. We don't have anyone we'd recommend outside of VIC for installs. Yes you can get our Luxury Tuff from Bunnings - it's our most dense grass for landscaping www.bunnings.com.au/tuff-turf-3-75-x-1m-luxury-synthetic-turf_p0093254

Hi Stuart! For a cricket pitch, you should direct stick the entire piece of turf to avoid it moving with use.

@@TuffTurfAU excellent. Thanks for the advice.

@@TuffTurfAU I’ve just had the concrete laid for my pitch and was wondering if you know how long I have to wait before using your glue to glue the synthetic down?

@@stuartwearne8928 The concrete curing process is not always quantifiable - I would wait a minimum of 7 days to be safe. Your base will be fine to walk on in 48 hours, and if you are in an area that is very dry you'll have the best chance to install sooner, than if your subgrade (the dirt below) has a high moisture level.