Getting preparations right is vital to reducing turf waste, hiding seams, and avoiding unnecessary expenses. 

Trim the Backing  

When you look at the turf roll, you can usually see that the backing is a bit longer than the artificial grass itself. This excess backing that extends past the grass is called the selvedge. If you don’t remove the selvedge, you can end up with a “mohawk effect.” 

The mohawk effect occurs when artificial grass blades along the edge of each synthetic turf piece push together. This creates a line of dense grass that appears bent and rises higher than the rest of the blades.

To avoid this effect, you need to trim the roll three stitches past the selvedge. 

Measure Your Design  

Measure your design to avoid waste and make the grass surface look as natural as possible. If you have many elements, such as corners, stones, and edges, measure them at least twice before making the first cut.