When installing artificial grass, garden edging plays a crucial role in both the appearance and function of your outdoor space. The right edging is great for creating a clean and defined boundary between your lawn and surrounding areas, but it also helps maintain the integrity of your artificial lawn installation over time.
Here at Tauro Turf, we offer a range of edging solutions to suit your landscaping needs, styles and budget. From cost-effective aluminium edging to premium steel options and traditional alternatives like brick and limestone. We’re going to guide you through what your options are and what the best one is for your installation.
Aluminium garden edging is by far the most popular choice of finish for an artificial grass installation, for good reason. It offers a great balance of affordability, flexibility and a clean aesthetic that matches a wide range of landscape designs.
The main reason for choosing aluminium edging is how cost effective it is. If you’re wanting a practical solution that delivers a professional finish without using all your budget, aluminium is a smart choice.
Here at Tauro Turf, we supply aluminium edging for both supply only customers and as part of your artificial grass installation. It’s the edging we most frequently provide in our installations as it provides a neat separation between the turf, stone and garden beds whilst keeping costs manageable and providing a professional finish.
• Affordable finish for most landscaping projects
• Flexibility; it allows for curves and flowing garden shapes
• Ideal separation for grass, stone and garden beds
• Available in a black powder-coated finish to match your gardens aesthetic
• Easy installation
• Suitable for both supply-only and supply and installation customers
At Tauro Turf we supply aluminium edging in 3 metre lengths and75mm heights, complete with all fixings to make it as easy as possible for homeowners and landscapers.
If you’re based in Western Australia, Perth and are curious about how aluminium edging looks once installed, why not come and visit our showroom in Bibra Lake. You’ll be able to see how it performs in curved areas and how much it complements artificial grass in a real landscape setting.
While aluminium edging is incredibly versatile, it’s also important to understand some of its limitations. It isn’t designed for retaining soil, meaning it can’t be used to support various landscaping heights or for retaining soil.
If your job does involve retaining soil or level changes, you will need to consider one of our stronger alternatives, such as steel edging or limestone block solutions.
Steel garden edging is a more heavy-duty option, designed for both aesthetics and performance. While it does come at a higher price point, it offers capabilities that aluminium can’t match.
Steel edging is ideal when your landscaping design includes an area which retains soil or if you have various levels within your garden. It comes in a range of heights, which is why its suitable for subtle borders and more substantial retaining applications.
• Formline powder coated colour options available
• Strong and durable
• Suitable for retaining soil and managing level changes
• Available in different heights, dependable on application
• Can be shaped into curves and for custom designs
• Premium finish
One of the main features of steel edging is the option for weathering steel, sometimes known as Corten steel. This material offers a natural rust-like patina over time, creating a warm, organic look that blends beautifully into landscapes. This is usually a popular choice for homeowners and designers who want a more natural, high-end finish.
Unlike aluminium edging, we don’t offer steel edging as a supply only product. This is due to being a prefabricated product.
Instead, we special order steel edging specific for each installation to ensure it perfectly matches the design requirements of your artificial grass installation.
Aluminium and steel edging are the two most common solutions for artificial grass however there are some other options worth considering, depending on your landscape.
Brick paving can be used as an effective garden edge, especially in areas where durability is a priority. The benefits include how it creates a strong, flat edge that can comfortably handle foot traffic and light vehicle use. Making it an ideal choice for driveways or areas where the edging may be driven over. It also provides an excellent overall finish when matched with existing paving, such as alfresco areas or pathways, while remaining low maintenance and built to last over time.
Limestone is a popular landscaping material, especially here in Western Australia where it is naturally abundant. It offers a timeless look and can be used for decorative edging and structural retaining which we source from suppliers that provide dry and wet manufacturing methods.
There are two types of limestone we would recommend as a garden edging solution: reconstituted and natural limestone. The real difference here is how they’re made and the finish they give over a period.
Reconstituted limestone is man-made by mixing crushed limestone with cement. This leaves a uniform colour with a smooth and consistent finish. Making it overall easier to install and ideal if you want a modern look.
On the other hand, natural limestone is quarried straight from the ground, which gives it a natural colour, texture and shape. People usually go for this option if they’re wanting an organic appearance with extra character.
Limestone edging is perfect for both simple borders and retaining walls as it’s a versatile choice for many landscaping installations. It works especially well in natural or coastal settings and comes in a range of sizes to suit different areas.
Ultimately, the best edging option truly depends on your specific needs, budget and finish preferences.
Aluminium edging is perfect for affordability, proving a clean and flexible solution for standard artificial grass installations.
Steel edging is the one for you if your garden involves retaining and you’re wanting flexibility in colour choice.
Brick or limestone is great if you want to add durability and natural aesthetics throughout your garden.
At Tauro Turf, we don’t just install artificial grass, we help you create a complete and polished outdoor space. Whether you’re wanting a simple aluminium edge or a custom steel solution, we can help you make the best decision based on your garden.
We also offer supply-only aluminium edging, making it easy for DIY landscapers to achieve professional results.
If you’re local to Perth, Western Australia and want to talk about the options further and to have a look at different edging solutions in real life scenarios, visit our Bibra Lake warehouse to chat with one of our team or fill out our form for a quote.
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