If your lawn is looking a little worse for wear or is showing unwanted lumps and bumps, successful gardener and author Michael Griffiths has shared his easy solution to get them back in top shape
Jess Flaherty Senior News Reporter
15:44, 27 Mar 2026
A gardener has shared the key steps to getting rid of unwanted lumps and bumps on lawns (stock image)(Image: ronstik via Getty Images)
A gardening expert has revealed a straightforward technique for levelling uneven lawns, and all it takes is just three common products.
Maximising precious outdoor space becomes a priority for many once spring arrives, with lots of gardening enthusiasts eager to transform their plots into beautiful, peaceful spaces perfect for enjoying longer evenings and milder, warmer weather.
If your grass is looking a little battered or showing unwelcome lumps and dips, one keen gardener has shared a straightforward fix.
Author and gardener Michael Griffiths has built a solid following and reputation thanks to his practical, no-nonsense guidance on everything from pruning to planting and more.
In a recent video posted to his hundreds of thousands of TikTok followers, Michael addressed the problem of uneven lawns.
Opening the video, he explained: “This is how you level a bumpy lawn. First, we’re gonna prepare the area; we’re gonna mow the lawn really short.
“Around two to three centimetres, this makes it easier to apply top dressing and you get better visibility of any low spots.”
The video then cut to show Michael sat on his patio steps alongside the three essential ingredients needed for reviving a tired lawn – topsoil, sand and compost.
He went on: “Next, we’re gonna combine our materials – we’re gonna make a two to one mix; two parts top soil, two parts sand, one part compost. This combination provides bulk drainage and nutrients to help the grass flourish.
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“Now, we need to apply the mix. Spread the mixture over the lawn or focus on low spots. And now, we level the mix.”
The green-fingered expert recommended using the back of a rake or a lawn levelling rake to “spread the mix evenly”, then “tread it in and repeat where necessary”.
He concluded: “Finally, water in gently to help the mix settle and, if it’s needed, you’re now ready to re-seed your lawn.”
In the caption accompanying his post, he summarised his technique in a handy step-by-step guide: “Got a bumpy lawn? Here’s the fix. If your lawn feels more bumpy than flat, don’t rip it out, you can level it.
“A simple top-dressing mix of sand + soil + compost brushed into the low spots helps smooth the surface while keeping the grass growing through. It’s one of the easiest ways to make a lawn look instantly better without re-turfing.”
According to B&Q: “The best time to level your lawn is in the spring. Gather your supplies but keep an eye on the weather forecast. It’s best to avoid rain, but starting a couple of days after rainfall is fine.”
The popular retailer echoes Michael’s advice about the grass needing to be short “so you can clearly see where all the lumps and bumps are”.
It advises: “Mow it on the lowest blade setting and remove all the clippings.
“Your lawn will have a mix of dead and living plant material at the base of the grass. A little of this benefit the grass’s health, but too much can cause problems. So, thoroughly rake the grass over to remove excess thatch and clear the debris.”
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