Make sure that the blades of the mower are as sharp as possible, otherwise you will either tear up the turf or pull the grass out by its' roots. Adjust the height of cut. The rule of thumb is to never remove more than 1/3rd of the grass blade length at one time. Measure the average grass blade length and set cutting height accordingly.

Eg. If it has grown as much as 2" (50mm) then set your mowing height to 1 ¼ " (35mm) but preferably slightly higher. The minimum height of cut for Q Lawn turf is 1" (25mm). Mowing closer than this will damage your lawn.

Once the lawn has received its' first cut, then the next mowing and subsequent mowings will be needed in rapid succession. Keep the height of cut at 33mm for about two weeks, this will help to establish a good root system. After this period, you can safely lower the mowing height by a notch to around 1" (25mm).

During long periods without rainfall, it is a good idea to raise the height of cut and allow the grass to grow a little longer and when the conditions are moist and growth is fast, you can afford to mow at or near the minimum height of cut. During autumn and early winter, if conditions are mild and the grass is still growing, it will be necessary to keep topping the grass until growth ceases, but at a height of 1 ¼" (33mm).

Generally try to mow the lawn when the leaves are dry, this way less leaf drops into the sward. Do not mow if the lawn is waterlogged or frosted, both conditions will damage the soil or grass.