Artificial Grass in Forest Hill gives you a clean, green lawn all year with no mowing or mud. Fine Landscaping installs premium, pet-friendly turf with proper drainage for SE23 homes and balconies. Expect a tidy finish, crisp edges and a surface that’s built to last.
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If your lawn struggles with shade, heavy use or patchy growth, artificial turf is a smart replacement. We install high-quality surfaces across SE23, including near Forest Hill station and around the Horniman Museum. The result looks natural, feels soft underfoot, and stays usable through wet winters. From small courtyards to larger family gardens, we tailor the build-up for long-term performance.
Forest Hill’s Victorian and Edwardian houses often come with compact rear gardens, side returns and period conversions with shared access. We’re used to working in tight spaces and protecting existing paving, steps and brickwork. Many clients also ask for child-safe play areas or a cleaner surface for pets, especially in homes bordering Sydenham and Honor Oak. We can also fit balcony grass for flats where outdoor space is limited.
Our process starts with a site visit, accurate measuring and clear options for pile height and finish. We excavate, install a stable sub-base, add levelling layers and fit the turf with secure joins and clean edging. Drainage solutions are built in to prevent pooling and keep the surface fresh. Homeowners choose us for punctual teams, tidy workmanship and aftercare advice that keeps your lawn looking its best.
Gardens around Forest Hill often have clay-heavy ground and shaded spots, so we prioritise a free-draining base and correct falls. Access can be via narrow side passages in period terraces, so we plan materials deliveries and waste removal carefully. Parking restrictions near busier roads by Forest Hill station can affect logistics, and we schedule accordingly. Our approach suits everything from Victorian gardens to modern flat balconies across the borough.
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In Forest Hill, artificial grass installation typically falls between £60–£90 per square metre, depending on the turf grade and the groundwork required. Most homeowners spend around £1,800–£5,000 for a complete garden transformation. Costs vary with excavation depth, access for waste removal, edging details, and whether you need extras such as shock-pad underlay or enhanced drainage.
Most installations take 1–3 days, depending on garden size and how much preparation is needed. A small courtyard or balcony area can often be completed in a day, while larger lawns may need more time for excavation, sub-base compaction and precise edging. Poor access, heavy ground conditions, or added features like drainage channels and steps can also extend the schedule slightly.
Artificial grass in back gardens is usually permitted development and doesn’t require planning permission. However, rules can differ for listed buildings, flats with communal grounds, or commercial frontages, and leasehold properties may need freeholder consent. Drainage is also important: surfaces should not cause water to run onto neighbouring land. We’ll flag any likely constraints and advise what checks to make before work starts.
We provide a 10-year warranty on the artificial grass product, covering manufacturing defects such as abnormal UV fading and backing failure under normal use. Our installation is completed to a specification designed to prevent common issues like rippling, visible joins and poor drainage. Warranty terms depend on the chosen turf and correct aftercare, and we’ll explain what’s covered in writing before installation.
We supply a range of realistic turf styles, including shorter pile for tidy courtyards, mid-pile family lawns, and denser, softer options for barefoot comfort. Pet-friendly choices focus on drainage and easy cleaning, and child-safe designs can include shock-pad underlay. We’ll help you choose colour tone, pile height and edging finishes to suit your garden layout, light levels and how you plan to use the space.
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