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	The advantages of seeding are that it is less expensive and time-consuming than turfing, and it is generally the most suitable option for small areas of ground or for repairing lawns. It is also more durable and can be easily reseeded as required.		The advantages of seeding are that it is less expensive and time-consuming than turfing, and it is generally the most suitable option for small areas of ground or for repairing lawns. It is also more durable and can be easily reseeded as required.

−	= Related articles on Designing Buildings ~~Wiki~~ =	+	NB [https://www.historicenvironment.scot/archives-and-research/publications/publication/?publicationId=85ced9f0-474d-4ec6-8dd6-a59100fc306f Short Guide, Lime Mortars in Traditional Buildings], published on 1 March 2013 by Historic Scotland, defines seeding as: ‘The nucleation of lime crystals on the surface of particles (usually of the same composition). Seeding particles can act like a catalyst, speeding up the carbonation of lime mortars.’
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	The advantages of seeding are that it is less expensive and time-consuming than turfing, and it is generally the most suitable option for small areas of ground or for repairing lawns. It is also more durable and can be easily reseeded as required.		The advantages of seeding are that it is less expensive and time-consuming than turfing, and it is generally the most suitable option for small areas of ground or for repairing lawns. It is also more durable and can be easily reseeded as required.

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	Seeding and turfing are two techniques for creating a grass lawn, which is a common feature in a garden. Both techniques require a considerable amount of care and attention.		Seeding and turfing are two techniques for creating a grass lawn, which is a common feature in a garden. Both techniques require a considerable amount of care and attention.

−	Generally, turfing is considered to be the easiest and fastest-to-complete option. It requires less work in terms of ground preparation and the turf is provided in rolls that can be cut according to the shape required. However, there will have to be to a suitably level and firm surface before the turf is laid. Roots will grow into the soil within two weeks and the resulting lawn can be useable within three weeks.	+	Generally, turfing is considered to be the easiest and fastest-to-complete option. It requires less work in terms of ground preparation and the turf is provided in rolls that can be cut according to the shape required. However, there will have to be a suitably level and firm surface before the turf is laid. Roots will grow into the soil within two weeks and the resulting lawn can be useable within three weeks.

	Other advantages of turfing include that in heavy rain it will not wash off sloped ground as seed might, it is less prone to attack by birds, there is less watering required, and turf can be laid at any time of the year. The disadvantages are that it can be expensive for large areas and it requires fast laying once it has been delivered.		Other advantages of turfing include that in heavy rain it will not wash off sloped ground as seed might, it is less prone to attack by birds, there is less watering required, and turf can be laid at any time of the year. The disadvantages are that it can be expensive for large areas and it requires fast laying once it has been delivered.
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	Seeding and turfing are two techniques for creating a grass lawn, which is a common feature in a garden. Both techniques require a considerable amount of care and attention.		Seeding and turfing are two techniques for creating a grass lawn, which is a common feature in a garden. Both techniques require a considerable amount of care and attention.

−	Generally, turfing is considered to be the easiest and fastest-to-complete option. It requires less work in terms of ground preparation and the turf is provided in rolls that can be cut according to the shape required. However, there will have to be to be a suitably level and firm surface before the turf is laid. Roots will grow into the soil within two weeks and the resulting lawn can be useable within three weeks.	+	Generally, turfing is considered to be the easiest and fastest-to-complete option. It requires less work in terms of ground preparation and the turf is provided in rolls that can be cut according to the shape required. However, there will have to be to a suitably level and firm surface before the turf is laid. Roots will grow into the soil within two weeks and the resulting lawn can be useable within three weeks.

	Other advantages of turfing include that in heavy rain it will not wash off sloped ground as seed might, it is less prone to attack by birds, there is less watering required, and turf can be laid at any time of the year. The disadvantages are that it can be expensive for large areas and it requires fast laying once it has been delivered.		Other advantages of turfing include that in heavy rain it will not wash off sloped ground as seed might, it is less prone to attack by birds, there is less watering required, and turf can be laid at any time of the year. The disadvantages are that it can be expensive for large areas and it requires fast laying once it has been delivered.

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−	Seeding and turfing are two ~~different~~ techniques for creating a grass lawn, which is a common feature in a garden.	+	Seeding and turfing are two techniques for creating a grass lawn, which is a common feature in a garden. Both techniques require a considerable amount of care and attention.

−	~~Both techniques require a considerable amount of care and attention~~, and ~~typically~~ the ~~soil~~ is ~~prepared~~ in the ~~same way~~. ~~Seeding involves the removal of stones down~~ to a ~~maximum diameter of no larger than 1 cm, whereas turfing~~ can ~~leave stones of up to 3-4 cm in diameter~~.	+	Generally, turfing is considered to be the easiest and fastest-to-complete option. It requires less work in terms of ground preparation and the turf is provided in rolls that can be cut according to the shape required. However, there will have to be to be a suitably level and firm surface before the turf is laid. Roots will grow into the soil within two weeks and the resulting lawn can be useable within three weeks.

−	~~Generally,~~ turfing ~~is considered to be the most suitable option as~~ it ~~requires less work in terms of~~ ground ~~preparation~~ as ~~the turf~~ is ~~provided in rolls of the same thickness and can be cut according~~ to ~~the shape~~ required~~. However~~, ~~there will be to be a suitably level~~ and ~~firm surface before the~~ turf is laid. ~~Roots will grow into the soil within two weeks~~ and ~~the lawn will be able to be used within three weeks~~.	+	Other advantages of turfing include that in heavy rain it will not wash off sloped ground as seed might, it is less prone to attack by birds, there is less watering required, and turf can be laid at any time of the year. The disadvantages are that it can be expensive for large areas and it requires fast laying once it has been delivered.

−	~~Aside from being~~ a ~~quicker~~ and ~~easier method~~ of ~~achieving~~ a ~~grass lawn~~, ~~the advantages of~~ turfing ~~are that in heavy rain it won't wash off sloped ground as seed might, there is less watering required, and turf~~ can ~~be laid at any time~~ of ~~the year. The disadvantages are that it can be quite expensive for large areas and it requires fast laying once it has been delivered~~.	+	Seeding a lawn is more difficult and preparing the ground is more time-consuming. Seeding involves the removal of stones down to a maximum diameter of no larger than 1 cm, whereas turfing can leave stones of up to 3-4 cm in diameter.

−	~~Seeding a lawn is more difficult and preparing the ground is more time-consuming and involves spreading the seed evenly.~~ It can take 3-4 months to grow into a useable lawn, and can be ~~even~~ longer depending on the weather conditions.	+	It can take 3-4 months to grow into a useable lawn from seed, and this can be longer depending on the weather conditions. It also requires more aftercare during the first month than turf.

−	The advantages of seeding are that it is ~~much~~ less expensive and time-consuming than turfing, and is the most suitable option for small areas of ground or for repairing ~~ground~~. It is also more durable and can be reseeded as required~~. The disadvantages, aside from it being time-consuming, are that seeds can be prone to attack by birds and it requires more aftercare for the first month than turf~~.	+	The advantages of seeding are that it is less expensive and time-consuming than turfing, and it is generally the most suitable option for small areas of ground or for repairing lawns. It is also more durable and can be easily reseeded as required.

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−	Seeding and turfing are two different techniques for creating a grass lawn. Both techniques require a considerable amount of care and attention, and the soil is prepared in the same way. Seeding involves the removal of stones down to a maximum diameter of no larger than 1 cm, whereas turfing can leave stones up to 3-4 cm.	+	[[File:Garden.jpg]]

−	~~A substantial amount of extra work is needed to produce the seed bed through extra raking. The essential tool required~~ for ~~both operations~~ is a ~~landscaper rake~~.	+	Seeding and turfing are two different techniques for creating a grass lawn, which is a common feature in a garden.

−	~~Turfing is certainly the best option for most, as the turf will hide~~ a ~~multitude~~ of ~~sins committed in the preparation stages, although a good level~~ and ~~firm surface is always advisable~~, and is ~~very easy to lay as it comes~~ in ~~rolls all of~~ the same ~~thickness~~, ~~and~~ can ~~be cut~~ to ~~any shape round the edges. There will be good roots within two weeks, and the lawn can be cut and used within three weeks~~.	+	Both techniques require a considerable amount of care and attention, and typically the soil is prepared in the same way. Seeding involves the removal of stones down to a maximum diameter of no larger than 1 cm, whereas turfing can leave stones of up to 3-4 cm in diameter.

−	~~Growing a lawn from seed~~ is ~~much more difficult. As I have said earlier~~ the preparation ~~is more time consuming, but~~ the ~~hardest part~~ is in ~~spreading~~ the ~~seed evenly~~, ~~then in growing it on~~ to be a ~~successful lawn~~. ~~From laying~~ the ~~seed to being a usable~~ lawn~~, even in ideal conditions,~~ will ~~take three~~ to ~~four months, and often longer~~.	+	Generally, turfing is considered to be the most suitable option as it requires less work in terms of ground preparation as the turf is provided in rolls of the same thickness and can be cut according to the shape required. However, there will be to be a suitably level and firm surface before the turf is laid. Roots will grow into the soil within two weeks and the lawn will be able to be used within three weeks.

−	~~Advantages~~ of ~~Grass Seed~~	+	Aside from being a quicker and easier method of achieving a grass lawn, the advantages of turfing are that in heavy rain it won't wash off sloped ground as seed might, there is less watering required, and turf can be laid at any time of the year. The disadvantages are that it can be quite expensive for large areas and it requires fast laying once it has been delivered.

−	~~· At least~~ a ~~tenth of~~ the ~~price of~~ lawn ~~turf therefore~~ the ~~most cost effective~~	+	Seeding a lawn is more difficult and preparing the ground is more time-consuming and involves spreading the seed evenly. It can take 3-4 months to grow into a useable lawn, and can be even longer depending on the weather conditions.

−	~~· For~~ small areas or ~~repairs it~~ is the ~~perfect hassle free solution~~	+	The advantages of seeding are that it is much less expensive and time-consuming than turfing, and is the most suitable option for small areas of ground or for repairing ground. It is also more durable and can be reseeded as required. The disadvantages, aside from it being time-consuming, are that seeds can be prone to attack by birds and it requires more aftercare for the first month than turf.

−	~~· More choice of lawn type from ornamental to play lawns and shady to drought tolerant lawns~~	+	= Find out more =

−	~~· Tends to acclimatise better in difficult conditions e.g. shade or heavy soil~~	+	=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===

−	~~· Very easy to spread lawn seed by hand or with a spreader~~	+	* Allotment.
		+	* Fence.
		+	* Fountain.
		+	* Garden.
		+	* Gravel.
		+	* Landscape architect.
		+	* Landscape design.
		+	* Planting.
		+	* Rain garden.
		+	* The secret life of the Georgian garden.
		+	* Types of garden fountain.

−	~~· Can be sown in a tenth of the time compared to turf~~	+	[[Category:Articles_needing_more_work]] [[Category:Construction_techniques]] [[Category:Products_/_components]]
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−	~~· Easy to store and light to carry~~	+
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−	~~· Will keep for several years~~	+
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−	~~· Preparation is the same as for turf~~	+
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−	~~· Can usually buy the same or very similar lawn seed for repairs years later~~	+
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−	~~Disadvantages of Grass Seed~~	+
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−	~~· Not very ‘instant’; needs a couple of months to establish~~	+
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−	~~· Heavy rain will wash seed off slopes~~	+
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−	~~· Can be prone to attack by birds~~	+
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−	~~· Needs more aftercare for the first month than turf~~	+
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−	~~Advantages of Lawn Turf~~	+
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−	~~· Visually it’s an instant lawn and can be used within a month or so~~	+
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−	~~· For small areas or repairs where cost is not so important it is good but time consuming~~	+
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−	~~· Won’t wash off slopes during heavy rain like grass seed~~	+
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−	~~· Less watering required after sowing than seed; still needs some though~~	+
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−	~~· Preparation is the same as for seed~~	+
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−	~~· Turf laying can be done all year round but makes for a perfect winter job!~~	+
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−	~~Disadvantages of Turf~~	+
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−	~~· Cost; can be expensive for large areas~~	+
−		+
−	~~· Limited choice readily available~~	+
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−	~~· Needs to be laid as soon as possible after delivery~~	+
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−	~~Find out more~~	+
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−	~~Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki~~	+
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Seeding and turfing are two different techniques for creating a grass lawn. Both techniques require a considerable amount of care and attention, and the soil is prepared in the same way. Seeding involves the removal of stones down to a maximum diameter of no larger than 1 cm, whereas turfing can leave stones up to 3-4 cm.

A substantial amount of extra work is needed to produce the seed bed through extra raking. The essential tool required for both operations is a landscaper rake.

Turfing is certainly the best option for most, as the turf will hide a multitude of sins committed in the preparation stages, although a good level and firm surface is always advisable, and is very easy to lay as it comes in rolls all of the same thickness, and can be cut to any shape round the edges. There will be good roots within two weeks, and the lawn can be cut and used within three weeks.

Growing a lawn from seed is much more difficult. As I have said earlier the preparation is more time consuming, but the hardest part is in spreading the seed evenly, then in growing it on to be a successful lawn. From laying the seed to being a usable lawn, even in ideal conditions, will take three to four months, and often longer.

Advantages of Grass Seed

· At least a tenth of the price of lawn turf therefore the most cost effective

· For small areas or repairs it is the perfect hassle free solution

· More choice of lawn type from ornamental to play lawns and shady to drought tolerant lawns

· Tends to acclimatise better in difficult conditions e.g. shade or heavy soil

· Very easy to spread lawn seed by hand or with a spreader

· Can be sown in a tenth of the time compared to turf

· Easy to store and light to carry

· Will keep for several years

· Preparation is the same as for turf

· Can usually buy the same or very similar lawn seed for repairs years later

Disadvantages of Grass Seed

· Not very ‘instant’; needs a couple of months to establish

· Heavy rain will wash seed off slopes

· Can be prone to attack by birds

· Needs more aftercare for the first month than turf

Advantages of Lawn Turf

· Visually it’s an instant lawn and can be used within a month or so

· For small areas or repairs where cost is not so important it is good but time consuming

· Won’t wash off slopes during heavy rain like grass seed

· Less watering required after sowing than seed; still needs some though

· Preparation is the same as for seed

· Turf laying can be done all year round but makes for a perfect winter job!

Disadvantages of Turf

· Cost; can be expensive for large areas

· Limited choice readily available

· Needs to be laid as soon as possible after delivery

Find out more

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