Turfcrete is a combination of concrete and turf, often used for parking lots and driveways. It is a softer alternative to traditional flooring and can be installed with real or artificial grass. Professional installation is recommended, but costs are comparable to other types of paving.
Turfcrete is a groundcover that uses a combination of concrete and a certain type of turf. The turf used in a turfcrete project can include artificial turf, such as Astroturf. Turfcrete is often employed when there is a desire to create a less textured and harsh appearance such as using concrete alone or other flooring materials.
Considered a form of open-grid paver, turfcrete combines some of the best features of both concrete pavers and turf pavers. The resulting combination helps create a durable surface for parking lots and driveways, while still adding a little extra visual interest to the finished product. In addition to being a nice alternative to simple concrete construction, turf can also be used in place of brick paving or even asphalt.
The usual configuration for a turf design is a grid pattern involving slightly spaced concrete pavers. Between the pavers, turf is put into the spaces. The end result is a pattern that is somewhat grid-like and provides a softer look than more traditional flooring patterns. Because of the added visual interest, turf is often a good choice for walkways through gardens or to create a front-to-back yard path that is defined but lacks hard lines.
Installing turf isn’t much different than pouring a concrete driveway or path. Generally, concrete pavers are put in place first. This helps define the overall size of the area covered. When it comes time to incorporate turf into the overall grid design, homeowners can choose to use real grass or rely on artificial turf to complete the project. An obvious advantage of using artificial grass is that you never need to cut the grass blades that are part of the combination design.
While it is possible for a homeowner to install turf, the process is usually handled more accurately by a professional. The cost for a professional turf installation is usually no more than installing a brick or concrete driveway or garden path. While the actual installation may take a little longer, the look of the finished product is often worth the extra time. Landscapers can usually prepare an estimate of the type of prep work needed to install the turf and how much the actual installation will cost.
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