What is a geotextile membrane? A geotextile membrane is a construction product used in ground and drainage projects. It has many properties that help with stabilisation, filtration, separation, weed suppression and is a necessary addition to French drains and Soakaway systems. Need more infomation and an introduction to the types of construction fabrics and their […]
Do weeds come through artifical grass? – Questions answered and solutions provided.
Artificial turf is a great way to update your garden space quickly and easily. It is also a long term solution for those who don’t want the hassle of lawn up keep. But its not always as straight forward with nature. Weeds are tenacious and can pretty much grow anywhere. Their seeds have their own […]
Alloments – Get your own and grow your own.
Got an allotment? We’ve got you covered. Well aren’t you the lucky one, in some areas of the county waiting lists for allotments can be up to years long. You need to get to our site at Spudulica.co.uk for all those allotment essentials. If you want an allotment you need to go to your local […]
Grass manhole covers – How do they work and How to Install
How do grass manhole covers work? A grass manhole cover is a new innovation that allows you to to have a practical manhole cover that can blend in with a grassed area. No more unsightly metal areas in your lawn or outdoor area. Grass top manhole covers are fully tested to require loading and building […]
Aluminium Garden Edging – What is it and How to install
what is gardening edging? Garden edging helps to create a finishing touch to beds, borders and pathways. Helping to define areas of the garden. Garden edging can be made of wood, stone, plastic, aluminium, stones or blocks. Depending on your garden design you can use many materials. Is garden edging necessary? Garden edging is also […]
How to get your garden summer ready – 2022
Lets get your garden summer ready – Summer is about to begin and we all want to spend more time outdoors, why not follow our simple hints and tips to make the most of your outdoor spaces this summer. How do I get my garden ready for plants? Make sure your prepare the area you […]
Horse Arena – What membranes to use?
What membrane is used for horse arenas? You may need woven and non-woven geotextile membrane in your arena project. Depending on the use and loading needed. In some cases a non-woven membrane may be sufficient. A woven membrane will be your stabilisation layer at the base of your arena layers with the ground/soil. It is […]
French drain – when to use and how to install
What is a French drain? French drain, trench drain, land drain, sub surface drains all names for a trench filled with stones to direct water away from waterlogged areas in gardens and from around buildings. Really a simple solution of a channel filled with stones to allow water to flow to a new area and […]
What is permable paving? – Do I need it?
What is permeable paving? Permeable definition is a material or membrane allowing liquids or gases to pass through it. As a paving option it allows water to pass through straight into the ground and does not allow water to run off to drains. This reduces the amount of water being sent to drains and helps […]
How to lay a geotextile fabric
Following in our current series of geotextile focussed blogs, we have another one on how to lay your membrane. Preparation is key Firstly measure the area you need, length by width to give you an area measurement (m2). Then decide what type of geotextile fabric you require, is it needed for stabilisation and filtration? – […]
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