FAQ
• UV Stabilised
Weed Gunnel has been UV stabilised and will last up to 2 – 3 years in the full sun, or if covered by a thin layer of mulch etc, will last up to 6-8 years, depending on climatic conditions.
• Toxins
Weed Gunnel has been tested by the Qld University of Physical Sciences and reports the product releases not harmful toxins or heavy metals in the break down.
• Rain
Weed Gunnel allows for efficient use of natural rain water, by allowing seepage of rain through the matting.
• Light
Weed Gunnel works by blocking out 96% of the UV light . If seed does germinate photo synthesis cannot take place, stopping weed growth.
• Light Weight
Weed Gunnel is lightweight and easy to cut (will not frey).
• Evaporation
Weed Gunnel reduces evaporation of moisture from the soil, allowing valuable water to be retained. The fabric itself does not hold moisture so you do not have the problem of fungal growth or collar rot.
• Fertilising
Weed Gunnel allows any slow release and liquid fertiliser to pass through to your soil. All nutrients from the breakdown of any mulch placed around the plants will still penetrate and pass through to the soil.
• Hydrophilic
Weed Gunnel has had a hydrophilic treatment added, which breaks down the surface tension of the matting, allowing greater air and moisture penetration through the matting to the soil below.
• On Slopes
• Spec’s
Weed Gunnel is 100% polypropylene non woven fabric. Black in colour, 50 gsm, UV and hydrophilic treated, to suit the Australian conditions
• Pre-Cut
Weed Gunnel is available pre-cut to easily slip around the base of existing trees etc, or by the meter. Weed Gunnel will not fray when cut.
• ReUsed
Weed Gunnel is available in standard small pot sizes. Pot gunnels can be washed and disinfected and used again year after year.