Lawn Installation in Kensington tailored to elegant gardens and compact courtyards. From precise grading to flawless turf laying, we deliver a lawn that settles fast and looks refined.
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A smart lawn lifts the whole garden, whether you’re near Kensington Palace or a quiet street off Kensington High Street. We install new lawns for front gardens, rear terraces and shared courtyards, with careful site preparation to avoid dips and patchiness. Choose premium turf for instant impact or a seeding option for larger areas and longer-term value. Every installation includes tidy edging so borders stay crisp.
Kensington properties often include stucco townhouses, mansion blocks and period conversions, each with different access and ground conditions. In Holland Park and South Kensington we regularly work in enclosed gardens where deliveries and wheelbarrow routes need planning. Many plots have shaded sections from mature trees or tall elevations, which influences grass choice and aftercare. Our team is based in Norbury and typically reaches W8 and W14 in around 40 minutes.
Our process is straightforward: remove debris, improve levels, add quality topsoil where needed, then grade and compact for a stable base. We supply and lay fresh turf with tight joints, or sow seed with the right starter feed and protection. You’ll receive clear aftercare guidance on watering, first mow and feeding, plus optional follow-up visits. Homeowners choose us for dependable scheduling, clean workmanship and results that bed in evenly.
In the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, access can be tight and parking controls are strict, so we plan deliveries and loading times in advance. Many gardens have compact footprints, raised beds and steps, which affects how we move materials and protect surfaces. Shaded courtyards and mature planting near Holland Park can slow drying, so we adjust soil structure and grass selection accordingly. If you’re in W8 or W14, we’ll advise on the best approach for your exact plot.
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Costs vary with access, ground condition and whether you choose turf or seed. As a guide, turf installation in the Kensington area is often around £55–£110 per m² including preparation, topsoil where required, supply and laying. Seeding can be lower, typically £25–£55 per m², but needs more time to establish. Small courtyards and difficult access can increase labour and waste removal costs.
Most turf jobs take 1–2 days for an average garden, including site preparation, grading and laying. Larger gardens or those needing significant levelling, drainage tweaks or extra topsoil can take 2–4 days. Seeding is usually installed in a day, but establishment takes longer, typically 6–12 weeks depending on season and watering. Access constraints common in mansion blocks can also extend timings.
A new lawn is usually permitted development and doesn’t require planning permission. However, rules can apply if your property is listed, within a conservation area, or if works affect protected trees, boundary walls or significant changes to levels and drainage. We’ll flag any likely constraints and can help you check RBKC guidance before work starts. We also plan waste removal and deliveries to comply with local restrictions.
Yes. We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship, covering issues such as poor grading, edging failures and installation defects. Living materials like turf and seed are affected by weather, watering and shade, so their establishment is supported by our aftercare guidance and optional maintenance visits rather than a blanket guarantee. If any areas struggle in the early weeks, we’ll assess the cause and recommend the quickest fix.
We supply hard-wearing family turf, fine ornamental turf for a neater finish, and shade-tolerant mixes for courtyards and gardens with limited sun. For seeding, we offer quick-establish rye blends and finer fescue mixes depending on use and soil. Edging can be cut-and-formed turf edges, metal edging for sharp lines, or brick/stone restraints to suit period conversions. We’ll recommend the best option after assessing light, drainage and foot traffic.
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