13.3 milesThe Grass Yard
Paisley
“Found the perfect cladding for our project that was the right product and colour, and well within our budget. The service and attention we received wa”
Artificial grass installers in Johnstone number 16 on this directory, ranked using 575 verified reviews and an area-wide average of 4.8 out of 5. 3 of them are based in Johnstone itself; the rest cover it from surrounding towns, typically within 11 miles. 2 are matched to an active Companies House registration, and 15 publish photographs of finished work.
Competition around Johnstone is unusually tight: 5 installers hold 4.9★ or better across at least ten reviews each, so a single poor review moves a company several places down this list. 8 take on commercial work — schools, nurseries, sports surfaces and housing developments — which is the group to approach for anything larger than a domestic garden. 12 also offer paving & groundworks, which matters if your lawn needs a new sub-base, drainage or edging rather than turf laid over what is already there.
There are 16 artificial grass installers covering Johnstone, holding 575 verified reviews between them at an average of 4.8 out of 5. The Grass Yard ranks first on 4.7★ from 79 reviews. Expect £40–£58 per m² supplied and fitted for a mid-range 30–35mm pile, or roughly £1,650–£2,350 for a 40m² garden.
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The best-reviewed artificial grass specialists covering Johnstone, with photographs of their work and a real phone number on every profile.
13.3 milesPaisley
“Found the perfect cladding for our project that was the right product and colour, and well within our budget. The service and attention we received wa”
21.6 miles“Maciek and his team came to lay drainage, new turf in my back garden, new stairs at french doors. All work was carried out to a very high standard. L”
38.9 milesGlasgow
“We hired James to landscape both our front and back gardens and we are absolutely delighted with the results! James and his team did a beautiful job ”
16 installers
4.7★79 reviews· Paisley· 3.3 miles
5.0★81 reviews· Paisley· 1.6 miles
5.0★33 reviews· Glasgow· 8.9 miles
4.9★12 reviews· Glasgow· 11 miles
5.0★16 reviews· Glasgow· 9.8 miles
4.8★85 reviews· Glasgow· 12 miles
4.9★155 reviews· Glasgow· 14 miles
4.3★6 reviews· Paisley· 3.6 miles
4.6★11 reviews· Glasgow· 13 miles
4.6★19 reviews· Glasgow· 13 miles
4.1★18 reviews· Glasgow· 14 miles
4.3★28 reviews· Glasgow· 9.1 miles
4.0★8 reviews· Glasgow· 11 miles
Unrated· West Dunbartonshire· 6.6 miles
4.5★24 reviews· Largs· 14 miles
Unrated· East Ayrshire· 14 miles
Verified verified reviews left for installers covering Johnstone. We publish them unedited, including the phrasing.
“Found the perfect cladding for our project that was the right product and colour, and well within our budget. The service and attention we received was flawless from start to finish. We really couldn't be any happier. Well done.”
“Maciek and his team came to lay drainage, new turf in my back garden, new stairs at french doors. All work was carried out to a very high standard. Left the place spotless.”
“We hired James to landscape both our front and back gardens and we are absolutely delighted with the results! James and his team did a beautiful job and our gardens are unrecognisable from before as you can see from the attached pictures. They worked quickly…”
“Excellent landscaping service! The team was friendly, professional, and did an amazing job transforming our garden. They worked hard, paid attention to detail, and left everything clean and tidy. We’re really pleased with the results and would highly recommend…”
“Alexander came to assess a tree we needed felling. He was diligent and professional and gave a great quote for the work. He came and did a really good job and updated me the whole time, which was great as I wasn't able to be about during the work. Very happy w…”
“Thanks to Sean, Jordan and the GGM team for completing the landscaping of our rear garden. The work included removing shrubs, laying artificial grass, installing a new patio, and building new stairs. From my initial contact through to completion, the service…”
Artificial grass in Johnstone typically costs £40–£58 per m² supplied and fitted for a mid-range pile. These are national market ranges — we hold review and company data, not quoted prices, so treat them as a sanity check on the quotes you receive.
| Specification | Per m² fitted | 40m² garden | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget pile (20–25mm) | £28–£40 | £1,150–£1,650 | Thinner, lighter pile. Fine for shade, low traffic and rental properties. |
| Mid-range pile (30–35mm) | £40–£58 | £1,650–£2,350 | The most commonly installed spec in UK gardens. Good balance of look and wear. |
| Premium pile (37–45mm) | £55–£80 | £2,250–£3,200 | Denser yarn, better recovery underfoot, more realistic multi-tone colour. |
| Pet or sports spec | £50–£75 | £2,050–£3,000 | Free-draining backing, shorter pile, often laid over a permeable sub-base. |
National market ranges for supply and installation, reviewed August 2026. We hold review and company data rather than quoted prices, so these are indicative bands — not a quote for your garden. Always get three written quotes.
Excavating turf and topsoil to 75–100mm, plus skip hire or grab-away.
Rear gardens reached only through the house or a narrow side gate need barrowing by hand.
MOT type 1 and granite dust, compacted in layers. Skipping this is the usual cause of sinking.
Treated timber is cheapest; aluminium or composite edging lasts longer and stays straighter.
Curves, islands and trees all increase offcuts, because turf comes in fixed 2m or 4m roll widths.
Useful if your garden needs more than turf laid over what is already there.
Supplied and fitted, artificial grass in Johnstone typically runs £40–£58 per m² for a mid-range 30–35mm pile, so a standard 40m² back garden lands around £1,650–£2,350. Budget specs start near £28 per m² and premium piles reach £80. Removing an existing lawn adds £8–£15 per m², and a new MOT type 1 sub-base adds £12–£22 per m². These are national market ranges — always get three written quotes for your own garden.
The Grass Yard currently ranks first for Johnstone on this directory, with 4.7★ from 79 verified reviews. Ranking uses a rating adjusted for review volume, so a company with three five-star reviews does not outrank one with two hundred at 4.8★. MGL Groundworks and Landscaping and J N Landscapes follow closely — compare all 16 before deciding.
16 installers cover Johnstone on this directory. 3 are based in the town itself and the rest travel in, with a median distance of 11 miles. 2 are matched to an active Companies House registration and 8 take on commercial as well as domestic work.
A typical 40m² domestic garden takes one to two days: half a day to strip the old lawn, the rest of day one to lay and compact the sub-base, then day two to lay, join, trim and infill the turf. Larger gardens, poor access or wet ground push this to three or four days. Ask whether the quote covers waste removal, as that is the most common extra.
No planning permission is needed for artificial grass in a domestic garden in Johnstone in almost all cases, because it is not classed as a building operation. The exceptions are listed buildings, conservation-area front gardens where you are also changing hard surfacing, and properties with a planning condition on landscaping. Check with Renfrewshire council if you are unsure.
Most Johnstone installers travel to these towns too — worth checking if you want more quotes.
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16 installers covering Johnstone, last verified 9 August 2026. Ratings and review text are sourced from public business listings; company status from Companies House.