if you plan to do your install with just a stiff bristle push broom you need to first brush the fibers up to allow the sand to drop in using a large flat head shovel you want to lay the sand down in the back dragging motion you want it to fall evenly and be approximately two-and-a-half pounds of sand per square foot of turf the total amount of sand infill used is split between two separate applications the first initial fill and brooming will get the fiber standing upright then you want to come back with the second layer of sand to complete your infill come back with your push broom and brush the sand around until it drops completely into the stats of your turf once the sand is brushed in the fiber should stand upright and it should appear to look like natural grass if you have access to a power broom for your installation there's no need to brush the fibers up before you spread your Sam power broom are not you still want to keep consistent two and a half pounds of sands per square foot of turf use a leaf blower to remove any sand left behind the end result is a flawless looking yard that remains beautiful throughout all seasons of the year