A full installation procedure is shown below for Turf
reinforcement net
Boddingtons Turf Reinforcement mesh is a strong extruded
high-density polyethylene mesh. Supplied in 2m wide
x 30m long rolls, it can provide excellent turf reinforcement
if used and fixed as directed.
Once fixed in place grass will grow through the turf
reinforcement net and may then be mown, rolled and
fertilised as usual. When fully established (normally
a full growing season will be required) the plastic
mesh will be invisible and the turf will have a normal
appearance. The intertwining of the grass roots with
the mesh gives the turf the strength to resist light
traffic and temporary car parking.
It is strongly recommended that installation be carried
out during the growing season to allow a strong interlock
between the mesh and the grass roots. Turf reinforcement
net is only effective if the grass is allowed enough
time to grow and interlock with the mesh. A full growing
season should be allowed before using the area.
Installation on Existing Grassed areas
1. Fill any depressions with a 70:30 mixture of sharp
sand and topsoil, level and firm. Cut grass short.
2. Unroll the Turf reinforcement mesh and fix one
end using our metal U-Pins. Pull taut, and pin approx.
every 1m either side of the mesh ensuring mesh lies
flat to surface.
3. Lay adjacent turf reinforcement net rolls next
to the fixed mesh rolls and overlap at least 150mm
and repeat the fixing process.
4. Secure overlaps and all external edges every 1
metre.
5. When you are satisfied that the turf reinforcement
mesh is laid flat and securely, brush a dressing of
good quality sandy topsoil over the mesh. Ensure that
the mesh filaments are covered and the apertures are
filled. This will help promote root growth around the
mesh.
6. Any areas that have been levelled with sandy topsoil
should be seeded.
7. Pedestrians and traffic should be kept off the
treated areas until the grass has become fully established
over the mesh. This usually takes at least one growing
season.
8. Initial mowing can be done, but set mowers to cut
fairly high, so that contact with the mesh is not made.
When the grass is established and the roots are entwined
with the mesh, the grass can be cut normally.
Newly Sown Areas
1. Ensure that the surface is level, filling any uneven
areas with a mixture of sharp sand and topsoil. Remove
any debris / stones or rocks.
2. Thoroughly prepare the surface and firm.
3. Continue with Points 2-8 as above
For a Boddingtons approved installation contractor, please call us on 01621 874206/211 for further details.
