The Cost of Artificial Grass in 2026 – What to Expect

Artificial grass has its benefits – from keeping muddy pawprints out of your house to maintaining a green, freshly-cut lawn all year round.

But what can you expect in terms of the costs? Just how much money is it to buy and install fake grass in your home?

Keep reading to find out artificial grass costs in the UK – with actual prices as of 2026.

How Much Does Artificial Grass Cost?

On average, you can expect to pay around £10-£13 per square metre for artificial grass.

If you're installing fake grass yourself, the materials can cost an extra £10 per square metre. If you're hiring a professional installer, the added costs are £30 per square metre (on average).

This means for a garden sized 55 square metres (the average size of a new build lawn), you can expect to pay around £560 for artificial grass, plus an extra £550 for DIY installation, making a total of £1,110 to install fake grass.

What are Fake Turf Installation Costs?

Installation costs of artificial grass can be between £10-£30 per square metre, which funds the laying materials and labour.

When installing fake grass yourself, you'll need to buy the materials, e.g., jointing tape, underlay, adhesives, and galvanised fixing nails/pegs. This usually works out around £10 per square metre.

A professional fake turf installer can cost around £30 per square metre, but they may charge a day rate. This can be between £300-£600 per day.

In small gardens/areas, installation can take one day, whereas a bigger or more complex lawn may take 1-3 days, or more.

What is the Cheapest Artificial Grass?

We have a budget range of artificial grass – which is perfect for small areas, displays, balconies, low-traffic zones, events, rental properties, or homeowners with smaller renovation budgets.

Our budget fake grass prices range from £7 to £10 per square metre. The difference in costs usually relates to the thickness and the needle count.

To give you an idea, the cheapest artificial grass (£7) has a thickness of 7mm, while the higher price (£10) has a thickness of 30mm.

Even though it's a budget range, the fake turf is still good quality, with up to 7-year guarantees, good drainage, good wear ratings, and mid-high softness ratings.

Why Does Some Artificial Grass Cost More?

You pay more for artificial grass depending on the thickness, roll size, quality, and whether it has any special features (e.g., family-friendly).

Here's a quick guide on what influences artificial grass costs:

• Thickness: Thicker artificial grass is considered more luxurious, as it looks more realistic and feels very soft underfoot

• Roll size: Bigger sizes mean there are fewer joins in your lawn, which gives a more seamless installation

• Special features: Like pet-friendly grass, which has a special PV-coated backing that can withstand pet mess, plus microbial properties that keep it clean (discover the best artificial grass for dogs)