About this calculator
Instant turf for a new lawn, with turf underlay soil and starter fertiliser.
How it’s calculated
Turf is sold by the square metre. Most farms deliver on pallets of about 50–60 m².
Worked example
With these inputs:
- Area shape
- Rectangle
- Length
- 10 m
- Width
- 8 m
- Topsoil prep depth (optional)
- 0 mm
- Waste allowance
- 5%
the result is:
- Turf needed
- 84 m²
- Lawn area
- 80 m²
Tips from the trade
- Lay turf within 24 hours of delivery.
- Stagger the joints like brickwork and water the same day.
- Pick the variety for the site: soft-leaf buffalo for part shade, couch for full sun and heavy wear, and kikuyu for fast, tough cover.
Results are estimates for planning and pricing. Check quantities against your drawings, the manufacturer’s data and the NCC and Australian Standards before ordering.