laying a new lawn (merged threads)

Jo4

asquiths wrote:

Hi jo4

Dichlorophen is actualy included in most Fe (iron) supplements-Must look for DICHLOROPHEN on the box/package though!

Dichlorophen is best applied as a spray as granular forms are now on the BANNED list.

Where are you situated ?

Books

Not sure about any gardening books as i`m actualy a county cricket groundsman at yorkshire CCC so i specialise in sports pitches ie cricket,tennis,golf,winter sports etc

Sorry!

PS if you need any more help don`t hesitate to contact me

THANKS for all your help! I am situated in Northern Ireland.

asquiths_2

Any thoughs on a specialist gardening section?

cheers

Nile

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mistry_2

Whats a good price for laying lawn per sqr/mt?

Considering the ground is good, and fairly level with approx of 1-3" of top soil needed.

Thanks

Nile

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Suzy_M

My general rule of thumb ( i.e. is the cost reasonable or will I have to DIY it) for estimating total cost of jobs with "bought-in" labour is cost of materials x 2.

Turf cost = approx £3 per square metre

Topsoil - 1 cu metre at 50mm thick and by the time it's settled should cover an area about 4.5 by 4.5 at around £80 per cubic metre = £4.00 per square metre.

Total materials = £7.00 x 2 = £14.00 per square metre with labour.