Frequently Asked Questions

Coir (pronounced COY-er) is the fibre from the outer husk of the coconut. It is a renewable resource and 100% biodegradable.

Jute is a plant based material that is 100% biodegradable. It is produced from a flowering plant which is a long, soft, shiny bast fibre.

Coir logs can be used for erosion control to slow or redirect water flow and reduce sediment movement. They can also be used for decorative purposes in bordering garden beds.

A mat may be more beneficial in weed suppression. If you’re looking for environmentally friendly biodegradable products, jute mat or coir blanket are  a superior option. If you are happy to use plastic based products we recommend a black weed mat which is UV stabilised. Geofabric is another synthetic option but is best placed under mulch as it is not UV stabilised.

We stock Class A 150gsm Geofabric which is ideal for use in drainage lines, retaining walls, filtration, separation, protection and more. We also stock a stronger Class C 250gsm Goefabric. This product is roughly the equivalent to an A29 grade.

Both the Coir Mesh ‘Brick’ & Coir Mesh ‘Roll’ are the same product & dimension when laid out. The difference is how they are packaged, where the Coir Mesh is compressed into a concertina fold to form a brick. Coir Mesh bricks are slightly cheaper because they are less bulky and more can be imported at one time. However, Coir Mesh Rolls are easier to install as they can just be quickly rolled out to cover the area in need.

You can cut these products with sharp, heavy duty scissors (available for sale in-store or on our website), but the easiest and quickest way is with an angle grinder with a thin metal cutting blade.

Coir Mesh has a lifespan of up to 3 years depending on climate conditions.

Jute Mat has a life expectancy of 10-18 months depending on climatic conditions.

Each tree guard needs only 1 stake. We recommend our 750mm length stakes be used in conjunction with our 450mm Tree Guards and 900mm length stakes to be used in conjunction with our 600mm Tree Guards.

Yes, the tree guards are recyclable.

20 lineal metres is the minimum size for a job in the Sunshine Coast region. Please contact us on 07 5315 5431 or email info@aussieenvironmental.com.au if you live outside this area so we can determine if we are able to service your requirements.

Your trench needs to be dug to approximately 200mm deep prior to silt fence installation.

1,000m2 is the minimum size for a job in the local Sunshine Coast region. Please contact us on 07 5315 5431 or email info@aussieenvironmental.com.au if you live outside this area so we can determine if we are able to service your requirements.

Cost of hydromulching is dependent on many factors including type of seed, mulch application, area to be sprayed, access, location etc. Please contact us on 07 5315 5431 or email info@aussieenvironmental.com.au if you live outside this area so we can determine if we are able to service your requirements.

Our Hydromulch Truck is equipped with long hoses to reach inaccessible areas in which the truck cannot get to and use the cannon spray.

You will find detailed installation information on the product pages.

Yes we do, depending on where you are located. Please contact us on 07 5315 5431 or email info@aussieenvironmental.com.au if you live outside this area so we can determine if we are able to service your requirements.

You should allow 100mm for overlapping and extra Retaining Pins to hold the join.

Our Retaining Pins come in 4 sizes - 100mm, 150mm, 200mm and 300mm. The size of the pins required will depend on the hardness of the ground you are working in. If the ground is very soft you will need longer pins while for harder ground you will require shorter pins.

The amount of Pins required will depend on how steep the area is. For flat areas we recommend 1-2 Pins per m2 and for steeper areas we advise using an average of 3-4 Pins per m2.

Class 1 Curtain is best used for non-tidal waters such as ponds, dams etc. Class 2 Curtain is best used in tidal waters which are affected by currents, wind etc.