Should You Add Sand After Aerating a Bermuda Lawn?

Adding sand after aeration is a common practice, but experts advise against it for improving drainage in clay soil. To make a measurable difference, you would need to spread one to two inches of sand over the entire lawn and till it in eight inches deep—requiring over three cubic yards per 1,000 square feet. That is impractical for most homeowners.

Instead, core aerate thoroughly every spring to relieve compaction. If the soil is severely compacted, a full lawn renovation with proper soil amendment before re-sodding or seeding is the only lasting solution.