I found global Syn Turf online and they referred me to one of their Southern California turf suppliers.  I was honest with the GST synthetic grass supplier that I just wanted to buy the turf and accessories and that I would like to try and install it myself.  They were very accommodating to my wish and gave me lots of tips on how to install myself.  I did buy some crushed rock aggregate for the base that goes under the artificial turf and some gloves from the GST supplier not to mention the artificial turf and installation accessories.  From the information I received from Global Syn Turf and their supplier here is what I learned about artificial turf installation.  First, you need to tear out and remove the old grass and dirt 3-4" below the top of any hardscape like driveways, sidewalks and patios.  Second you need to fill in the area you dug out with 3-4" of crushed rock aggregate.  Third, grade the crushed rock level or crown it, wet the base and compact the base to 80-90% compaction ideally with a compaction plate or hand tamper.  Now lay the turf out and always remember to lay the grass with all the grain pointing in the same direction.  You cut the turf from the backing using nothing more than an $8.00 carpet knife from Home Depot.   Once you cut the turf into place you will need to nail a 6" nail on the edge of the installation and on both sided of the seams every 6-8".  Now it is time to put 1-2 pounds of silica infill on top of the artificial grass and use a power broom, push broom or carpet rake.  Now you are done, all you need to do is hose everything off and you are done.  I hope this review help, all I can say is Global Syn Turf made my backyard a reality.