How to Cut Up to an Edge 

If your synthetic turf is coming up against a patio or a garden element, you need to cut it up to an edge. 

• Place the turf over the edge 
• Hold the knife in one hand 
• Use the other hand to pull back the piece of the turf you need to remove to expose backing 
• Start cutting in small segments 
• Keep pulling the excess piece of turf up and back while cutting 

If the turf runs up against a wall, you need to fold the excess turf away from the wall and toward you. Then, start cutting horizontally while keeping the turf folded.  After cutting every few inches, lay the turf against the wall to check the fit. 

How to Cut Around a Tree

When installing artificial grass, trees, décor, and other elements become obstacles. To cut around a tree, you need to: 

• Cut a straight line from the edge of the turf to the tree’s trunk 
• Cut a letter “x” at the side of the tree trunk 
• Slide the artificial grass in 
• Carefully cut a circle around the trunk 
• Use seam tape to keep the seam together 

The key to installing artificial turf around obstacles is carefully cutting turf away piece by piece. Don’t make one large cut at once. A mistake could cost you a lot of of turf or cause a pronounced seam. Cut pieces away carefully until you achieve the desired effect.