The Difference Between Screened Topsoil, Subsoil, and Lawn Dressing
Introduction
When it comes to landscaping, construction, or gardening projects, the type of soil you use can make all the difference. At TuGro, we supply builders’ merchants with a full range of quality soils, including screened topsoil, subsoil, and premium lawn dressing. Here’s a breakdown of the differences, when to use each, and how they add value for your customers.
What is Screened Topsoil?
Definition: Topsoil that has been passed through a screening process to remove large stones, roots, and debris.
Key Features: Fine, easy to work with, consistent texture.
Best Uses:
General landscaping and planting.
Preparing garden beds and borders.
Laying turf for lawns.
Merchant Value: Popular, versatile product that appeals to a wide customer base.
What is Subsoil?
Definition: Soil found beneath topsoil, with lower organic matter and nutrients. Often used as a structural fill material.
Key Features: Coarser, heavier, supports drainage and ground stability.
Best Uses:
Raising ground levels.
Laying foundations for turf or planting areas before adding topsoil.
Construction and landscaping projects requiring bulk fill.
Merchant Value: Lower-cost option, often sold in bulk for larger projects.
What is Lawn Dressing?
Definition: A premium, fine-textured soil blend, often made to BS standards, used to improve lawns.
Key Features: Rich in nutrients, finely graded, helps with aeration and levelling.
Best Uses:
Top-dressing existing lawns to encourage growth.
Improving drainage and reducing thatch build-up.
Achieving a smooth, professional lawn finish.
Merchant Value: High-value, specialist product ideal for upselling to landscapers and professional gardeners.
Why Offering the Full Range Matters
By stocking screened topsoil, subsoil, and lawn dressing, builders’ merchants can meet the needs of a wide variety of trade customers — from landscapers and contractors to gardeners and turfing specialists. Supplying premium and BS-standard soils also boosts confidence in quality and compliance.
Conclusion
Soil isn’t just “soil” — the right type makes a big difference to any project. At TuGro, we supply builders’ merchants with screened topsoil, subsoil, and premium BS-standard soils such as lawn dressing, ensuring your customers get the best results for their work.
Want to learn more about stocking TuGro soils at your merchant yard? Contact us today to discuss supply options.
