Trimming the edges of the turf is another critical part of the aesthetics. This is pretty simple and there are a number of ways to accomplish this step. You may take a piece of chalk or something thereof, and lightly scribe your design into the top of the turf. If you do not like a certain area, rub it out and scribe again! Whenever you make rounded cuts along the edges, it is critical to make smooth circular cuts.

Take your time and follow your mark in the turf. (You can use a pair of scissors or your carpet cutter to cut any "straggling" fibers around the edges of your green or around the holes.) Whatever you choose to create a guide to cut the shape of your putting green remember to take your time … you do not want to rush and cut to much off.