Any ideas on outdoor flooring that can be laid right over grass

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I'm a renter with a big backyard. I need to create an outdoor space with flooring and shade than can be removed easily if we ever decide to move. Nothing too tacky but useful.

Country Design Home · Answer

Hi Wil- The best solution I could think of that would be sturdy but not permanent is these teak patio squares- they are interlocking so they stay put. Available at most big box stores. But I will say that no matter what you put down, you are going to kill the grass underneath it so perhaps you might check with your landlord before doing anything? http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Premium-Plantation-Teak-Tiles-Box-of-10/4348649/product.html

Teresa Still · Answer

I used wooden pallets and then put down sheets of plywood over that.

Diane · Answer

We had a floor rug that was going to the trash.... instead we laid it in the garden for our ground cover... made a cute sitting area!

Marsha Whitt · Answer

@Wil - Lowe's has composite interlocking pieces that are very durable (as Sue mentioned), or you could lay down 4'x8' sheets of concrete board (goes by diefferent names: Permaboard, Hardyboard...) - somewhat lightweight, virtually indestructible. Have fun!

Candace Baker · Answer

I'd try a bamboo rug. This is one I have in my office. As you see the slats make it pliable so moving it is easy and placing it on an uneven ground it'll stay flat and sturdy. This flat non-pours surface is great for a party or social space where you might put furniture and have to quickly clean a spill. The other idea I like is that it's natural so it will compliment the grass it is on,if that's where you'll lay it down. It won't get soaked like carpet. I might put a tarp under it though,unless you find one suited for a lawn. Good-luck!!

Barbara · Answer

Thanks for all your help i think i'm going to try interlocks pcs, that Marsha had mention

Teresa Still · Answer

Sorry don't have that camera anymore.

Elle · Answer

Hello I have the same question. I would just like to use the ideas mentioned below for a day for a gathering. Would it harm the grass if you lay it down for a day?

Gwen Barham Loftus · Answer

I saw these interlocking plastic ones at Big Lots and our neighbor made a small patio area using them. It looks super cute with his little cast iron chair and love seat. I think they are not expensive either.

Kim · Answer

I'm trying to find an inexpensive way to floor my gazebo that won't kill my grass but look great?

1401470 · Answer

Well what about just putting down mulch? Other option would be to check out exterior rugs, home depot normally has a neat selection. They're designed for patios.

Lrw · Answer

Great ideas guys.I think that I will get my handyman to put down pallets then cover them with a rug.I have a nice size yard so I am not stressed out when it comes to loosing the grass in that area.

Cody · Answer

how did the composite decking workout? I’m in the same situation and trying not to kill the grass because I’ll have to move out in 15 months

Edie Babe · Answer

Dead grass on a relatively small area could be fixed with sod.

Kim |Exquisitely Unremarkable · Answer

How about getting a gazebo and then placing an interlocking brick or wood look square under it. According to their rep, they have an open design for airflow and allow drainage. You can see them online at shops like Lowe's and Home Depot.

Annie · Answer

An inexpensive solution would be to lay pieces of cardboard down and then place a large outdoor carpet over that. Then create your sitting area.

Ann|The Apple Street Cottage · Answer

A piece of artificial grass may work.

Chloe Crabtree · Answer

Most anything you put on the grass is going to kill the grass over time. If keeping the grass alive is your concern, then I don't think you have an option. If you don't care about it dying (you can always reseed it before you move out), I would use squares of decking to create a seating area.

Maura White · Answer

I like the idea of pallets and a rug.

Becky at Flipping the Flip · Answer

Pallets would work well and you could probably anchor them to the ground to prevent some movement. You can also purchase temporary concrete deck footings such as these. such as these suc

Janice · Answer

Hi Will, since you mentioned that you're a renter, you might want to check to be sure your landlord is okay with you 'killing' the grass by covering it with whatever you decide. The landlord might even be willling to kick in on the expense if approached.

Deb K · Answer

Hello, they make some fabulous mats for RV's nowadays that would work well for this purpose! https://www.walmart.com/search?q=RV+mat

Ray · Answer

Have the same problem only not worrying about the grass. I have a 12 x12 area I also have a grass carpet for it what can I put on the top soil under the carpet?

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