There are many people out there that will try and convince you that installing turf (an instant lawn) is prohibitively expensive. But, those people would be wrong. As a living organism a natural lawn will require more of a time investment than some other options but there’s really nothing quite like a real backyard to play on, to relax on, to entertain on. For more details visit us at https://daleysturf.com.au/comparing-the-cost-of-turf/

2. Comparing The Cost of Turf

3. There are many people out there that will try and convince
you that installing turf (an instant lawn) is prohibitively
expensive. But, those people would be wrong. As a living
organism a natural lawn will require more of a time
investment than some other options but there’s really nothing
quite like a real backyard to play on, to relax on, to entertain
on.
So, comparing the cost of turf – based on costs per 10 square
metres and according to the Landscape Association of NSW
for domestic-type works. These costs include site preparation,
underlay, soil, surface preparation, supply, installation, and
optional finishing.

4. Or another way of looking at the cost of turf in comparison to
other mediums on a per square metre basis:
Product Average price
Turf $285.25
Artificial Turf $1680.00
Pavers $1800.00
Sandstone $2185.00
Concrete $1155.00
Garden Bed $1399.00
Outdoor Surface Price Per Square Metre (m2)
Natural Turf $25.30 – $31.75
Artificial Turf $56.75 – $279.25
Concrete $80.00 – $150.00
Pavers $143.50 – $216.50

6. Noting here that the most inexpensive turf is not always the
best option – it’s better to determine the best turf variety for
your location, the soil and the sun/shade at your place.
That’s why you should always rely on expert advice from an
accredited Lawn Solutions Australia turf grower – just like
Daleys Turf. We understand the climate you live in and can
recommend the best turf to match its intended use.
As every outdoor landscape is unique, paving costs can vary
substantially for each individual project. Not only are costs
affected by the materials you select, but also the site
conditions and the complexity of installation. To give you a
rough guide, the pavers themselves cost anywhere from $12

7. to $100 per square metre, depending on whether you want
basic square concrete pavers or more intricate options.
Then there’s the cost of getting the pavers laid. Labour costs
for a simple job, for example a job on a level, easily accessible
surface, start at $20 per square metre, but labour costs on
jobs that require intricate paving arrangements and/or have a
range of other complicating factors could go up to $50 – $100
per square metre on the most complex jobs.
So, while the time, effort and initial outlay of installing a new
lawn might seem expensive, it’s really not when compared to
other products.

8. It’s true that lawns will require ongoing care but so too do the
other options in one way or another. Often it comes down to
more than ongoing maintenance and initial cost; what would
you prefer to relax on, play on, entertain on in your backyard?
For more accurate pricing or commercial application pricing,
just contact the team at Daleys Turf.