Temporary Lawn Watering Kit for Turf and Grass Seed
A professional temporary lawn watering system for newly seeded or turfed lawns. Low-precipitation sprinklers provide even coverage from a standard outside tap, helping new grass establish without excessive water run-off. Choose a medium kit covering up to 250m² or a large kit covering up to 400m².
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Spec sheets
Product details
- Complete sprinkler, hose and fitting package
- Covers up to 250m² or 400m²
- Can be automated with a battery tap timer
Which temporary lawn watering kit do I need?
| Feature | Medium STLW | Large STLWL |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum coverage | 10m × 25m / 250m² | 10m × 40m / 400m² |
| Number of sprinklers | 3 | 5 |
| Hose supplied | 25m | 50m |
| Sprinkler type | Naan 501 | Naan 501 |
| Required flow | 540 litres per hour | 900 litres per hour |
| Suitable water supply | Domestic outside tap, subject to flow test | High-flow commercial water point or pumped supply |
| Recommended for | Domestic lawns and smaller projects | Larger lawns and landscaping projects |
Temporary watering for newly laid turf and grass seed
Use this professional temporary lawn watering kit to help establish new lawns or seeded grass areas. It is ideal for cricket squares, reseeded areas on sports pitches, dust suppression on horse ménage areas or to establish sedum mats on green roofs. These temporary watering kits use sturdy metal sled risers and commercial-quality 19mm (3/4″) hose to connect the sprinklers to the water supply. The design of the sled riser allows the watering sleds and hose to be pulled (carefully) across the grass from one established grass area to another when watering larger grass areas. However, don’t do this on newly seeded or turfed areas.
Low precipitation sprinklers
Low-precipitation sprinklers keep the required flow relatively low, allowing the medium kit to operate from many outside garden taps where sufficient pressure and flow are available. The system can be automated with a tap timer to allow unattended overnight watering. Several watering kits can be connected to a multi-outlet battery controller if larger areas need to be watered with a limited water supply.
Why use a temporary lawn watering kit?
Grassed areas which have been seeded or turfed are very vulnerable to drying out and dying. A new lawn is very expensive to lay, so it makes sense to ensure the lawn establishes quickly. The temporary watering kits can also be used for dust suppression on horse arenas and as a way of watering in sedum blankets on new green roof installations.
Water pressure and flow requirements
- Operating pressure: 1.5–3 bar at the sprinkler
- Flow per sprinkler: 180 litres per hour at 2 bar, subject to confirmation
- Medium kit total flow: 540 litres per hour
- Large kit total flow: 900 litres per hour
- Typical coverage: 250m² or 400m²
What is included?
Medium STLW kit includes:
- Three aluminium sprinkler sleds
- Three Naan 501 sprinklers with approximately 10m diameter coverage
- 25m of 19mm (3/4″) commercial-quality hose
- Tap connector
- All required hose fittings
Large STLWL kit includes:
- Five aluminium sprinkler sleds
- Five Naan 501 sprinklers with approximately 10m diameter coverage
- 50m of 19mm (3/4″) commercial-quality hose
- Tap connector
- All required hose fittings
How to Assemble the Temporary Lawn Watering Kit
Watch the video below to see how to assemble the metal sprinkler sleds, cut and connect the hose, attach the Geka fittings and position the sprinklers for even coverage.
Frequently asked questions
Can the temporary lawn watering kit run from a normal outside tap?
A normal outside garden tap will deliver between 600 and 800 litres per hour at a pressure between 2-3 bar.
The STLW kit needs 540 litres per hour at just over 2 bar at the tap. The STLWL needs 900 litres per hour at 2.5 bar at the tap, so it is better suited to commercial water points or pumped supplies.
Which size kit do I need?
The medium STLW kit covers up to 250m² and is suitable for many domestic lawns where adequate tap pressure and flow are available. The large STLWL kit covers up to 400m² but requires a higher-flow commercial water point or pumped supply.
Can I automate the sprinklers?
Yes. You can add a tap timer to the STLW kit, but on the larger kit it is better to use the Hunter Node controller as it allows a higher flow.
The addition of a controller allows watering at dawn, when the conditions tend to be calm and evaporation rates low.
Is the kit suitable for newly laid turf and grass seed?
Yes. The temporary lawn watering kit is ideal for both newly laid turf and newly sown grass seed. Its low-precipitation sprinklers apply water gently and evenly, helping to keep the soil consistently moist without causing excessive run-off, pooling or disturbance to the seed. This supports healthy root development and helps new lawns establish successfully, particularly during warm or dry weather.
Can the system be moved and reused?
Yes. The temporary lawn watering system is designed to be moved easily between different areas and can be reused for future turfing, seeding or landscaping projects. The sprinklers are mounted on portable metal sleds and connected with flexible hose, allowing the layout to be repositioned as required. Avoid dragging the sprinklers or hose across newly laid turf or freshly sown areas, as this could damage the surface.
Does everything needed come with the kit?
Yes. Each temporary lawn watering kit is supplied as a complete package, including the sprinklers, metal sled risers, flexible hose, tap connector and the fittings needed to assemble the system. Simply choose the medium or large kit to suit the area you need to water. A tap timer can be added separately if you would like to automate the watering schedule.
