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Playground turf
Playground Turf Installation in Sacramento
A soft, clean, mud-free play surface for daycares, schools and backyards, with shock pads available. Installed by our own crew.
- CA C-27 License #1125443
- Licensed and insured
- Free in-person estimate
Shock pads available
A cushioning pad goes under the turf where kids climb and jump.
Clean and mud-free
No dirt tracked into classrooms or the house.
Lead-free, non-toxic turf
Lead-free, non-toxic turf, safe for kids and pets.
Decorative rock options
Pick your rock
Here are the rock colors and sizes we install most. Smaller sizes work well for beds and paths, larger sizes for borders and dry creek beds.
Please note: rock selection and sizes can vary based on availability. Rock is a natural material, so color and texture also vary from load to load. Please talk with your Total Turf estimator about your choice before your install.
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Lodi Brown
Sizes: 3/4", 1.5"
- Salt and Pepper
Salt & Pepper
Sizes: 3/8", 3/4", 1.5"
- Dunstone Gold
Dunstone Gold
Size: 1 1/2"
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White Dolomite
Sizes: 3/4", 1 1/2"
- Sierra Limestone
Sierra Limestone
Size: 1 1/2"
- California Green
California Green
Size: 1 1/2"
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Black Lava Rock
Sizes: 3/4", 1 1/2"
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River Bed Mix Cobbles
Sizes: 3/4", 1 1/2"
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Black Slate Chips
Sizes: 1", 3"
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Cobbles
Sizes: 2"–4", 3"–8"
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Pea Gravel
Size: 3/8"
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Decomposed Granite
Compacted for paths and seating areas
- Gray Decomposed Granite
Gray Decomposed Granite
Compacted for paths and seating areas
What's included
What we build
We start with who uses the space and how: toddlers, a school yard or a backyard play set. That decides the base, the pad and the turf.
- Daycare and preschool play yards
- School and park play areas
- Turf under backyard play sets and swings
- Shock pads under climbing and jumping areas
- Turf around existing play equipment
Roseville · Before: bare dirt at a day care play yard
Soft, even turf for play
Roseville · After: playground turf over a shock pad
How it's built
How we install playground turf
Same steps on every job. No shortcuts on the parts you can't see.
See our full install process →- Walk the space with you and plan where the pad goes
- Remove the dirt, old grass or worn surfacing
- Build and compact a base that drains
- Lay the shock pad where you want extra cushioning
- Install the turf, seamed and secured at every edge
- Finish the surface and clean up the site
- Walk the finished play area with you
Pricing
Priced for your space
Playground turf is priced at your free estimate, based on the size of the area, the base work and whether you add a shock pad. Projects are 400 sq ft and up (1,000 sq ft and up in Loomis, Lincoln and Auburn). You get an exact price in writing before work starts. 0% interest plans available for qualified buyers. Terms shown before you sign.
Good to know
Common questions
Is playground turf safe for kids?
Our turf is lead-free and non-toxic, safe for kids and pets. Under climbing and jumping areas we can add a shock-absorbing pad for extra cushioning.
Do you work with daycares and schools?
Yes. We install playground turf for daycares, schools, parks and homes. Businesses can also see our commercial and HOA turf page.
Can you install turf around our existing play equipment?
Yes. We plan the layout around your play sets and secure the turf at every edge.
How long does a playground install take?
It depends on the size of the area and the base work. We give you a schedule with your written price.
See a finished project: Playground Refresh in Roseville. Also see artificial turf and pricing.
Finish the whole yard
We can plan it all as one project.
- ✓ CA License #1125443, bonded
- ✓ Workers' comp on every crew member
- ✓ USA-made turf: lead-free, non-toxic, safe for kids and pets
What homeowners say
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Pete
Sacramento, CA
★★★★★
"Fantastic work. On time, high quality, excellent results!"
Mike
Roseville, CA
★★★★★
"Tom the owner comes out and did the bid… he was up front, the price we agreed too never changed."
Brittany
Rocklin, CA
★★★★★
"Their crew was professional and hard working. I highly recommend Total Turf for any turf renovation!"
Why homeowners book before winter
Turf can go in any time of year. The calendar is what fills up.
Skip mud season
No muddy paws or tracked-in dirt from November to March.
Rain fills the calendar
Every storm pushes installs back. Earlier bookings get the dry days.
Ready when you are
A clean, green yard when family comes over.
Done before spring
Nothing to reseed, mow or water when it warms up.
Three simple steps
1. Steph reaches out
Check your price, then send your info. Steph replies the same business day to set up your visit.
2. We price your yard
We measure, show samples and give you a written price.
3. Gerry's crew installs it
Our own insured crew, typically in under a working week depending on size and scope. Then a final walkthrough with you.
Finish the whole yard: add decorative rock, a concrete mow strip or pavers to your turf project. And ask about our pro-style putting greens.
Book your free estimate
Tell us about your yard. We'll reach out to set up your free, in-person estimate.
- ✓ We measure your yard and give you a written price
- ✓ 0% interest plans available for qualified buyers
- ✓ Ages 55+? Ask about our senior discount
Prefer to talk? Call Total Turf:
916-671-0070