Sullivan’s Island turf, island-style.

The craft

Sullivan’s Island yards are small, sandy and salty, and the island’s look matters. Turf here should be quiet, natural and paired with coastal plants.

Artificial turf — some people call it artificial grass or synthetic grass — is only as good as what is under it. We build every lawn from the ground up: excavation, a compacted crushed-stone base graded to drain, and premium turf seamed and infilled by hand. It stays green through August and February alike — no mowing, watering or fertilizer.

• Sullivan’s IslandAre there rules about turf on Sullivan’s Island?

  The town has its own zoning and review requirements for some exterior changes. We check what applies to your property before planning visible front-yard work.

• Sullivan’s IslandDoes turf hold up to sand and salt spray?

  Yes. UV-stabilized turf on a stable base handles salt air well, and sand brushes or blows out easily.

• MaintenanceHow much maintenance does artificial turf need?

  Very little. Blow off leaves, rinse it down now and then, and give it a light brushing a few times a year to keep the fibers standing tall. No mowing, watering, fertilizing or weeding.

• DrainageWhat happens when it pours in Charleston?

  Our base is built drain-first: compacted crushed stone graded to move water away from the house, under turf with a perforated or full-flow backing. Most installs drain faster than the natural grass they replace.

• HeatDoes turf get hot in the summer sun?

  Any surface warms in direct July sun. We reduce it with lighter, heat-reflective fiber blends and cooling infills, and we design shade and planting around the way you actually use the yard. A quick rinse cools it down fast.

• LongevityHow long does artificial turf last?

  A quality, professionally installed turf lawn typically lasts 15 years or more. The base and the install matter as much as the turf itself — that is where we spend our time.