Benefits of Weed Mats & Geotextiles

Weed mats and geotextiles have a number of functions but most obvious is their excellent ability to suppress weed growth while still allowing water and nutrients to penetrate the soil. 

Durable, eco-friendly, and offering UV-resistance means that you’ll be able to reuse these products in different projects over the years. They’re extremely versatile and can be used for garden projects, pathways, slopes, and construction sites. 

Weed Mats for Every Application

Garden Weed Mats

Weed mats offer an easy and effective way to control and suppress weeds in your flower beds, vegetable garden, and general landscaping without the need for harsh weed killers. With different sizes available and weed mat pins to secure the landscape fabric in place, you’ll make quick work of protecting your project from weeds. 

Geotextiles for Driveways & Pathways

Geotextile fabrics provide a heavy-duty option for driveway and pathway mats that are perfect for stabilising driveways, pathways, and other gravel areas. 

Mats for Slopes & Erosion Control

Weed mats are ideal for stabilising soil and preventing soil erosion on sloped areas and embankments. This is particularly useful in newly constructed gardens or areas that are prone to runoff. 

Choosing the Right Geotextile Fabric

While weed mats and mulch mats serve similar functions, they have distinguishing features due to their construction. Our weed mats are constructed from woven polypropylene which gives them a more rigid structure and makes them less permeable. In contrast, our mulch mats are made of non-woven polypropylene giving them a different texture and making them more permeable to water and air.

The kind of fabric you select will depend on the purpose you need it for. Weed and mulch mats work well to create neat, weed-free garden and vegetable beds and can be easily anchored down with weed mat pegs. If you’re after a more heavy duty, durable solution, you may like to consider geotextile fabrics. They can be used for many purposes including:

• Stabilising soil
• Separating soil
• Preventing soil erosion
• Maintaining soil moisture
• Drainage and filtration
• Retaining wall filtration
• Ag pipe wrapping
• Irrigation
• Weed reduction
• Landscape applications
• Paving reinforcement
• Protection in malthoid bitumen membranes

Installation Tips for Optimal Results

Laying down weed mat is an easy and effective method for controlling and suppressing weeds in your garden. Follow our steps and get the job done in no time!

1. Remove weeds and grass from the area using a shovel or garden hoe. Remember, to remove the roots too otherwise the plant can grow and spread even if you lay the weed mat on top.
2. Using a garden rake, clear and level the soil.
3. Lay out your weed mat and cut to size using a utility knife.
4. Once in the right position, secure the weed mat with pegs. You can then trim any excess weed mat that you don’t need.
5. To plant through the weed mat, simply cut the shape of an ‘x’ using your utility knife. Then move the weed mat flaps to the side, dig a hole, and insert your plant. Cover it with soil and move the flaps back in place over the soil. 
6. You may also like to add a layer of mulch for extra nutrients for your plants.. 

Weed Matting Delivery or Pick-Up in Melbourne

Pick-Up Available 

We now have nine store locations across Melbourne and Geelong making it easier than ever to pick-up a phone or online order. We’d also love to see you in store, so pop in if you have any queries or would like some advice from our helpful and knowledgeable staff. 

Delivery Available Across Melbourne and Geelong

We understand how important your time is when it comes to garden and landscape projects which is why we guarantee an efficient and reliable delivery service. With an extensive fleet of tipping utes, trucks, and trailers, we can handle orders from 1 to 50 cubic metres. Get in touch today to ask about our pricing and timing.

Weed Mat & Geotextile FAQ’s

What is geotextile fabric? 

Geotextile fabric is a specially designed material for numerous applications in geotechnical soil management, civil construction, gardening, and landscaping. It’s produced wholly from recycled materials using a needle-punching technique and comes in various sizes including bulk rolls, making it convenient for use in both domestic and commercial projects. Common applications include stabilising soil, preventing erosion, ensuring proper draining, reducing weed growth, and paving reinforcement.

Does weed mat let water through?

Weed mats are composed in such a way that does not allow for much permeability. This means that while some water will come through, without holes, water drainage will be limited. 

What is the difference between a weed mat and geotextile fabric?

Geotextile fabrics refer to many types of permeable fabrics that are used in construction, gardening, and landscaping. They are used for multiple purposes including drainage, filtration, separation, reinforcement, and stabilisation or protection. As their name suggests, weed mats have a more specific purpose and are designed to  control and suppress weed growth. 

Can I use a weed mat in vegetable gardens?

Weed mats have a wide application which includes use in vegetable gardens to prevent weed growth. Consider how tightly woven your weed mat is as some are constructed in such a way that they limit the amount of water that can flow through to the soil. If this is the case you may need to create some holes in your weed mat.   

How long do weed mats and geotextiles last?

Weed mats and geotextiles are durable and have long lifespans. Generally, UV-stabilised fabrics last longer, around 15-25 years, while non-stabilised fabrics have a shorter lifespan of between 5-10 years. 

Are the materials environmentally friendly?

We’re proud to say that our weed mats are constructed of woven polypropylene which is made of 100% recycled materials. In addition, our weed mats are UV-stabilised which means that they last longer. Not only does this benefit the environment in reducing wastage, but it also helps your hip-pocket as you won’t need to replace your weed mats often. 

What sizes are available?

Geotextile fabrics come in a range of sizes. Conveniently they can also be cut to your desired size by purchasing bulk rolls. Our bulk rolls come in 50m or 10m lengths with widths of 1m or 1.2m.