Biodegradable Weed Control Membrane
Product Highlights
- Fully compostable design - Made from PLA for sustainable, organic agrotextile performance.
- Effective weed suppression - Blocks light and reduces airborne seed settlement.
- Certified to BS EN 13432:2000 - Breaks down into nutrient matter without synthetic residue.
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This biodegradable weed control membrane is a next-generation agrotextile designed for sustainable agricultural use. Developed from Polylactic Acid (PLA), this plastic-free fabric provides effective weed suppression while supporting environmentally responsible practices across farming, landscaping and horticultural sectors.
Unlike traditional petrochemical-based weed control membrane, this product fully decomposes within 1000 days under composting conditions—leaving behind no synthetic waste. It’s ideal for eco-driven clients looking to meet sustainability targets without compromising on performance.
- Advanced compostable textile - Breaks down completely into organic matter within 3 years.
- Certified to BS EN 13432:2000 - Verified to meet international compostability standards.
- Strong PLA needlefelt - Robust structure improves weed control and resists seed settlement.
- Plastic-free construction - Made from annually renewable, starch-rich crops with minimal carbon impact.
- High permeability - 125L/m²/sec water flow rate promotes soil health and plant hydration.
By combining eco-credentials with robust performance, this agricultural textile offers a smart solution for contractors, growers and designers seeking high-spec weed control. It’s stronger and longer-lasting than most degradable fabrics and can even resist fire ignition under smouldering conditions.
HERMEQ stock a wide range of woven and biodegradable weed control membranes, as well as anti bird netting, windbreak netting, and extruded netting to support all agrotextile needs.
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This biodegradable weed control fabric is engineered for use in sensitive or organic environments, offering a safer and greener alternative to synthetic geotextiles. Suitable for use in farming, orchard management, landscape installations and large-scale planting projects, it provides a robust physical barrier against weed growth while supporting healthy moisture retention and soil aeration.
- Composition: 95% PLA (Polylactic Acid), 5% hemp fibre needlefelt
- Weight: 157gsm
- Thickness: 0.90mm
- Tensile Strength: 3kN/m
- Water Permeability: 125L/m²/sec
- UV Resistance: 50% strength loss after 5-6 years
- Biodegradability: Full breakdown within 1000 days
- Colour: Brown
This agrotextile offers practical benefits for contractors: it installs easily, lies flat, and minimises airborne seed contamination. Its brown tone blends into most natural landscapes, while its heat-fused base improves structure and wind resistance during deployment.
Certified under EN 13432:2000, this is the only biodegradable weed control membrane of its kind currently approved to compostable standards—ideal for councils, organic farms and public green spaces working to eliminate plastic waste from land management practices.
In larger quantities, the membrane is available in 3m and 4m widths for broader coverage across landscaped zones or horticultural plots, helping streamline installation and improve project timelines.
Composition: 95% PLA, 5% hemp fibre needlefelt
Weight: 157gsm
Thickness: 0.90mm
Tensile Strength: 3kN/m
Water Permeability: 125L/m²/sec
Shade Factor: 95%
UV Resistance: 5–6 years
Biodegradability: Max 1000 days
Colour: Brown
Is this weed control membrane truly compostable?
Yes. Certified to BS EN 13432:2000, it fully breaks down into organic matter without leaving plastic residue.
How long does it take to degrade?
Under composting conditions, the membrane biodegrades completely within 1000 days (approx. 3 years).
What applications is this agrotextile suited for?
Ideal for landscaping, horticulture, agriculture, and organic farming—especially where sustainability is a priority.
Does it require special disposal?
No. It can be left to degrade naturally in composting environments, with no need for landfill or removal.
