Erosion control is a critical aspect of maintaining the integrity of landscapes, particularly in areas prone to soil degradation and runoff. Traditional methods often rely on synthetic materials that can be harmful to the environment.
However, BioD offers a range of eco-friendly solutions that not only effectively control erosion but also support sustainable practices. This guide will walk you through the use and application of BioD-Mat blankets and BioD-Watl coir sediment control wattles to combat erosion naturally and efficiently.
Understanding BioD-Mat Blankets
BioD-Mat blankets are woven from bristle coir, a natural fiber derived from coconut husks. These blankets are available in different densities to cater to various erosion control needs:
BioD-Mat 40: Ideal for light erosion control applications.
BioD-Mat 60: Suitable for moderate erosion control.
BioD-Mat 70: Designed for areas with significant erosion concerns.
BioD-Mat 90: Provides robust erosion control for the most challenging environments.
Each type of BioD-Mat blanket is biodegradable, ensuring that they leave no harmful residues in the environment after their purpose is served.
Applications of BioD-Mat Blankets
Slope Stabilization: BioD-Mat blankets are perfect for stabilizing slopes. They provide immediate soil cover, protecting against erosion from wind and water while vegetation takes root.
Roadside Embankments: Use BioD-Mat blankets to protect roadside embankments from erosion, reducing maintenance costs and enhancing the longevity of the infrastructure.
How to Install BioD-Mat Blankets
Site Preparation: Clear the area of debris and ensure the soil is graded and compacted.
Laying the Blanket: Roll out the BioD-Mat blanket over the area, ensuring full contact with the soil. Overlap edges by 4-6 inches to avoid gaps.
Anchoring: Secure the blanket using biodegradable stakes or pins at regular intervals, particularly along edges and overlaps.
Vegetation: Plant seeds or seedlings through the blanket. The coir fibers will protect the young plants as they establish roots.
Benefits of Using BioD Products
Eco-Friendly: Made from natural, biodegradable materials, BioD products support sustainable erosion control practices.
Effective: The natural fibers provide excellent soil stabilization and support vegetation growth.
Versatile: Suitable for a wide range of applications, from small garden projects to large-scale environmental rehabilitation efforts.
Transform land with RoLanka International’s premier coir-based products, perfect for eco-friendly erosion control. Their range includes streambank, beach, shoreline, and channel restoration products, along with BioD-Mat coir blankets, BioD-Watl sediment control wattles, and BioD-Roll densely packed coir logs. All BioD products are dark brown and salt-free, unlike lagoon-cured coir fiber.
Coir fiber, a renewable by-product from the coconut industry, is environmentally safe. RoLanka’s GeoNatural™ coir fiber blankets are ideal for tough erosion problems.