Can You Put a Trampoline on Artificial Grass?

✍️ Gary and the Trampolines Ireland Team — Ireland's leading trampoline experts!

Yes, you can put a trampoline on artificial grass. An above-ground trampoline sits on it just as it would on a lawn. The two things to get right are anchoring, because standard stakes may not hold through the turf and its base, and protecting the grass under the legs.

Above-ground trampolines on artificial grass

This is the straightforward option, and what most families with artificial grass go for. The legs rest on the turf, and the trampoline can be moved later if you change the garden around.

Two things to check:

• What's under the turf. Artificial grass is usually laid on a compacted stone or sand base. Ground anchors need to go through the turf into firm ground to hold. Where the base is very hard or shallow, sandbags strapped to the frame are the reversible alternative. Our anchoring guide covers both.
• The turf under the legs. Over time, the leg feet can flatten or mark the pile. Moving the trampoline slightly each season spreads the wear.

Is artificial grass a good surface around a trampoline?

It's softer to land on than paving, stone or decking, though not as soft as a natural lawn. Some artificial grass is laid with a shock pad underneath, which helps. Whatever the surface, keep 2 metres of clear space around the trampoline and use a safety net, so jumpers stay on the mat.

One thing to watch: artificial grass gets hot in strong sun, so it's worth keeping shoes nearby for little feet on the hottest days.

In-ground trampolines and artificial grass

An in-ground trampoline can be fitted in a garden with artificial grass, and it looks very clean once it's done: the turf runs right up to the frame. It does mean lifting the turf, excavating, and dealing with drainage, so it's a job for a groundworks contractor or a landscaper who lays artificial grass. If you're planning new artificial grass anyway, the easiest time to fit an in-ground trampoline is before the turf goes down.

We can recommend an independent installer. Our InGround vs FlatGround guide explains the differences between the types.

Frequently asked questions

Can you put a trampoline on artificial grass?

Yes. An above-ground trampoline sits on artificial grass just as it does on a lawn. Anchor it through the turf into firm ground, or use sandbags strapped to the frame if the base is too hard for stakes.

Will a trampoline damage artificial grass?

The legs can flatten the pile where they stand. Moving the trampoline slightly each season spreads the wear, and the mat area under the trampoline is unaffected.

Can you have an in-ground trampoline with artificial grass?

Yes, and the turf can run right up to the frame. It's easiest to fit before the artificial grass is laid, and it's a job for a groundworks contractor or landscaper.

Not sure what will work in your garden? Call 01 960 1641 (ROI) or 028 3756 8930 (NI), Mon-Sat 9am-6pm.