BMS Hexagon Turf Repair Tool – Turf Doctor

For quick, professional turf repairs that actually stay put, the Hexagon Turf Doctor is an essential hand tool. It manually cuts hexagonal pieces of turf, 7 inches (18cm) across and 3-4 inches (7.5-10cm) deep, creating a plug that is easy to remove and replace.

The benefit of the hexagonal shape is that the plugs interlock, creating a strong, stable patch that won’t shift or sink. This makes for a neater repair that recovers more quickly. The finished result is an attractive honeycomb pattern that blends in seamlessly.

Designed for efficiency, the tool’s main chamber acts as a ‘magazine’, holding several cut plugs at once. This allows for continuous operation – just cut what you need from your turf nursery and carry them all in the tool to the repair site. Operation is simple: just use your body weight to press the cutter into the turf. Made in the UK, it’s a robust and practical solution for any greenkeeper or groundsman needing to fix damaged turf quickly.

How It Works

Simply position the Turf Doctor and use your body weight – by standing or jumping on the footplates – to drive the blades into the turf. The tool cuts a hexagonal plug to a depth of 3-4 inches. As you cut more plugs from your donor area, they stack up inside the tool’s magazine, making it easy to carry several at once. To release a plug for repair, just tap the top of the stack. For a perfectly level finish, you can scalp the bottom of the replacement plug before fitting it.

FAQ

Q: What size is the turf plug?

A: It cuts a 7-inch (18cm) hexagonal plug.

Q: How deep does it cut?

A: It cuts to a depth of 3-4 inches (7.5 – 10cm).

Q: Why a hexagon shape?

A: The hexagonal plugs interlock like a honeycomb, which prevents them from rocking, sinking or shifting after being laid. It creates a stronger, more stable repair.

Q: Is it heavy to use?

A: The tool weighs around 6.65kg. It’s designed to be robust and uses your body weight to do the cutting, so minimal effort is required.