Generally cmb is the best choice for artificial grass in landscaping while dg is the best choice if you re installing a putting green.
Best sub base for artificial grass.
The most common types of sub base are a crushed miscellaneous base cmb a class ii road base or a decomposed granite dg.
Make sure you remove 60 80mm of soil before you lay down the sub base and new artificial turf as this will result in a perfect installation.
You now have an idea base and can lay your artificial turf.
The quality of your artificial grass relies on the quality of your base.
The sub base is the area that s underneath the artificial turf.
Cmb is more easily compacted than dg but doesn t drain quite as well.
Dg meanwhile yields a smoother finish than cmb but it is quite a bit more expensive.
Both are great materials for your sub base.
If you cannot put sand down compact the soil really well.
The best sub base for artificial grass is one that functions like native soil.
Grass for decking areas.
Drainage is a must artificial grass doesn t drain itself.
If artificial grass is installed correctly in your lawn your turf will last longer.
The existing soil in most grass areas expands and contrasts in hot and cold and wet and dry conditions.
For the best looking artificial grass use a great sub base.
For soil a suitable stable sub base is recommended you should always install your artificial grass on an aggregate and sharp sand base.