Aeration & Equipment
Aeration and de-compaction reverses the lawns natural settling process enabling the soil to provide a healthy supply of air and water to the grass. It is one of the most beneficial things you can do for the lawn.
What is Lawn Aeration
Aerating is the procedure of getting air into the lawn soil. De-compaction is relieving the pressure between soil particles so they are less dense.
When to Aerate the Lawn
You need to use different aeration equipment on your lawn throughout the year. Hollow tining is best in autumn whilst spiking is best in the spring and summer.
Symptoms of Compaction
Apart from a hard lawn surface your grass may have thatch, dry quickly, grow unevenly or in patches or have other symptoms of compaction and poor aeration
Lawn Aerators, Sandals & Spikers
Whether you use a hand tool, garden fork, aerator shoes or a machine there are simple ways to aerate your grass regardless of how large your lawn is.
How to Aerate the Lawn
How to make the most out of hollow tine aeration, spiking and slitting to improve compacted lawns, foot paths and play areas.
Hollow Tine Aerator
De-compacting equipment removes a plug or core of soil from the lawn thus improving aeration and drainage and reducing compaction