Artificial Grass Installation in Surrey
Low-maintenance, family-friendly artificial grass, installed properly with the right sub-base so it lasts, drains and looks good for 15+ years.
The Sub-Base Is Everything
Artificial grass has come a long way. Modern products look realistic, feel comfortable underfoot and drain well. A well-installed lawn lasts 15–20 years and stays flat and weed-free throughout. A poorly installed one holds water, creases, and looks cheap within a year.
The critical factor is the sub-base. GK Landscapes excavates to the correct depth, installs a compacted layer of MOT Type 1 or sharp sand depending on the application, lays a quality weed membrane, and fixes the grass correctly with proper jointing tape and adhesive on any seams. The result drains correctly, stays flat and does not move.
Patrick also advises on the right grass specification for your use. Families with children and dogs need a different product, shorter pile, higher density, more resilient, than an ornamental low-maintenance lawn. Pile height, drainage holes per m² and blade shape all affect performance and appearance.
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Existing lawn and soil removed to 75–100mm depth to create space for the sub-base and grass.
Compacted MOT Type 1 or sharp sand installed and levelled. This is what keeps the surface flat.
Commercial-grade membrane laid to suppress weed growth through the grass.
Artificial grass cut and laid with pile running in the same direction. Edges fixed with nails or adhesive.
Joins between sections (where needed) made with jointing tape and adhesive for an invisible finish.
Brushed into the pile to weigh the grass down and help blades stand upright.
| Option | Typical Price |
|---|---|
| Artificial grass (supply and install, per m²) | £40–£75 per m² |
| Budget grass on basic sub-base | £35–£55 per m² |
| Premium grass on full sub-base | £60–£85 per m² |
| Typical garden (40m²) | £1,600–£3,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Quality artificial grass installed on a proper sub-base lasts 15–20 years. The main things that shorten its life are poor installation (leading to rippling and pooling), low-quality grass that fades, and abrasive cleaning methods. GK Landscapes only installs products we are confident will last.
Modern artificial grass is non-toxic and safe for children and pets. For households with dogs, choose a grass with good drainage (high holes-per-m²) and clean it regularly with water to prevent odour build-up. Pet-specific grass products are available with enhanced drainage.
Yes, artificial grass works well on slopes and can solve the problem of a lawn that is difficult to mow or maintain. On steeper slopes, additional fixings are used to prevent the grass from sliding. Patrick assesses the gradient and recommends the right approach at the site visit.
Artificial grass can get warm in direct summer sunlight, noticeably warmer than natural grass. This is less of an issue in the UK climate than in hotter countries, but it is worth knowing. Lighter colour grasses and products with a hollow blade construction retain less heat.
No planning permission is required for artificial grass in residential gardens. If you live in a conservation area or have a listed building, there may be restrictions on front garden treatments, Patrick checks this if relevant.