Anti-Vegetation Mats: What They Are and How They Work

What is an anti-vegetation mat?

Anti-vegetation mats are made from high-quality rubber granulate and are used to prevent the growth of unwanted vegetation near roadsides and infrastructure. They help keep road areas clean and improve safety by maintaining clear visibility.

These mats act as ecological weed control barriers. Flexible and durable, they adapt to uneven terrain and withstand UV rays and harsh weather. Once installed, they are maintenance-free and block access to water and air in the soil, preventing weeds from growing.

Anti-vegetation mats – a safety asset

They are commonly installed along road shoulders, guardrails, traffic signs and posts. Their key benefits:

• Block weed regrowth

• Prevent soil erosion

• Eliminate the use of toxic weed sprays

• Reduce roadside maintenance and ditch clearing

• Lower grass cutting costs

• Keep posts and signs visible

• Increase road safety

• Require no maintenance

• Fast and easy to install

• Adapt to terrain shape

These mats are also ideal as a base for composite decking – cheaper and quicker than concrete foundations, making them a popular choice for gardens and outdoor areas.

Rubber post covers – what are they?

Post covers, like the mats, are made of rubber granules. They prevent weed growth around traffic posts and make mowing easier. No tools are needed for installation – they are lightweight, durable and equipped with openings for simple placement.

Available types:

• Ø 300 mm – fits standard U1 or other poles

• Ø 600 mm – suitable for larger poles or guardrails

Anti-vegetation products from Power Rubber

At POWER Rubber, we manufacture and supply anti-vegetation mats and post covers made from recycled rubber. They are used along roads, rail tracks and airfields to prevent vegetation damage and reduce the risk of vehicle contact. They reduce mowing costs and offer long-term protection with permeable design that allows water to pass into the soil.

Available dimensions

• Thickness: 1 mm to 10 mm

• Popular mat size: 1000 × 1200 mm in 8 or 10 mm thickness

• Roll widths: from 600 mm to 1000 mm

• Custom cutting available upon request