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How-to topdress a lawn to make a level surface.

Here's how to topdress lawns and sportsfields to create a smooth, even surface using Super-Sod's own "Level MIx" (a blend of organic compost and sand). *This looks best when viewed HD. Click the gear icon in the lower right for the HD setting. http://www.soil3.com/ Super-Sods’ Soil3 topdressing blend, we call it Level Mix, is a 30% Soil3 organic compost and 70% sand blend. We recommend using this Level Mix as opposed to just sand by itself. That’s because sand brings no nutrients or microbial value while Soil3 has tons of both. Sand brings in structure and leveling properties while Soil3 brings in rich nutrients and beneficial bacteria that your lawn needs too. Topdressing with Level Mix is done to level turf and create a smooth even surface without bumps or depressions. Sometimes it is necessary to topdress a few months after new sod is laid. Because no matter how hard you try to create an even lawn to begin with, over time settling may occur causing depressions. Depressions make walking and playing unsafe. It also makes mowing difficult, causing scalping with the mower. Another reason to use Level Mix as topdressing is to even wear and tear on sports fields, creating a safe, even surface for athletic games. Before you topdress with your level mix, be sure to mow and dethatch to prevent a spongy layer of turf. Broadcast Level Mix over the lawn with a shovel. Spread the Level Mix to a depth of .25 to .50 of an inch. At this rate, you may find that you need more than one application of topdressing. You can repeat this after you see the grass actively growing or you can no longer see the topdressing mix. Feel your way along the turf and let the topdressing find its way into the lower parts. Never completely cover your grass with Level Mix. Grass blades need sunlight to grow. If you cover it, it will die. Use a push broom to expose the foliage and work the topdressing into the grass. After you’ve topdressed, water your lawn to promote growth. Watering also helps pull the Level Mix into the grass canopy and fill air pockets. Written how-to steps are available here: Super-Sods’ Soil3 topdressing blend, we call it Level Mix, is a 30% Soil3 organic compost and 70% sand blend. We recommend using this Level Mix as opposed to just sand by itself. That’s because sand brings no nutrients or microbial value while Soil3 has tons of both. Sand brings in structure and leveling properties while Soil3 brings in rich nutrients and beneficial bacteria that your lawn needs too. Topdressing with Level Mix is done to level turf and create a smooth even surface without bumps or depressions. Sometimes it is necessary to topdress a few months after new sod is laid. Because no matter how hard you try to create an even lawn to begin with, over time settling may occur causing depressions. Depressions make walking and playing unsafe. It also makes mowing difficult, causing scalping with the mower. Another reason to use Level Mix as topdressing is to even wear and tear on sports fields, creating a safe, even surface for athletic games. Before you topdress with your level mix, be sure to mow and dethatch to prevent a spongy layer of turf. Broadcast Level Mix over the lawn with a shovel. Spread the Level Mix to a depth of .25 to .50 of an inch. At this rate, you may find that you need more than one application of topdressing. You can repeat this after you see the grass actively growing or you can no longer see the topdressing mix. Feel your way along the turf and let the topdressing find its way into the lower parts. Never completely cover your grass with Level Mix. Grass blades need sunlight to grow. If you cover it, it will die. Use a push broom to expose the foliage and work the topdressing into the grass. After you’ve topdressed, water your lawn to promote growth. Watering also helps pull the Level Mix into the grass canopy and fill air pockets. More information available here: http://www.soil3.com/soil3-level-mix