Root Barrier C3
SKU GT247807
Quickest Available Delivery: 4 to 5 Week
Root Barrier C3 is a high-strength barrier membrane engineered for US-grade root control and weed suppression. Reinforced polyethylene with triple coating stops invasive species like Japanese Knotweed. Chemical- and puncture-resistant with 50+ year buried life. Use horizontally or vertically to protect buildings, roads, and utilities.
Product Highlights
- Triple-coated strength – 4,500N puncture rated
- 50+ year underground use – Long-term root control solution
- Versatile install – For utility, landscaping, and site protection
Details
Root Barrier C3 is a high-performance root control and weed membrane solution for civil engineering, landscaping, and invasive species containment across US job sites. Made from triple-coated, twin-reinforced polyethylene, it offers 4,500N puncture resistance and withstands acids, bacteria, and fungus in subsurface environments.
Perfect for tree pits, utility runs, and foundation zones, it prevents structural damage caused by root penetration or invasive plant growth. Approved for long-term use, it's CE-certified and UV-stabilized for exposed installs up to 7 years.
- 50+ year buried life in natural soil (pH 4–9, <77°F)
- Puncture resistant: Withstands 4,500N
- Use horizontally or vertically for versatile containment
- Blocks: Japanese Knotweed, Giant Hogweed, aggressive tree roots
- Install: Use trench method with HERMEQ sealing tape
Ideal for civil works, rail, utility ducting, and commercial construction. Mitigates subsidence, pipe fractures, and pavement upheaval. Can be paired with HERMEQ’s Tree Guards, Tree Mats, and Tree Protection Fencing.
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Additional Details
Used for:
- Root protection around buildings, roads, and landscaping
- Japanese Knotweed and Hogweed barriers
- Utility line separation
- Public space soil containment
Backed by engineering approvals and site-tested for long-term ground performance. Root Barrier C3 gives US contractors a reliable, reusable solution for critical below-grade protection.
Specifications
- Material: Triple-coated, twin-reinforced polyethylene
- Puncture Resistance: 4,500N
- UV Stabilization: 400 KLy
- Weight: 365g/m²
- Color: Black
- Buried Life Expectancy: 50+ years (under 77°F)
- Exposed Life Expectancy: ~7 years
FAQs
What does the Root Barrier C3 protect against?
It blocks root intrusion and invasive species like Japanese Knotweed and Giant Hogweed.
How is it installed?
Lay vertically or horizontally using trench system. Seal with lapping tape and backfill.
Can it be used near buildings?
Yes – it's designed to protect footings, pipes, ducts, and pavements.
Does it qualify for long-term projects?
Yes – certified for 50+ years of buried use under typical US soil conditions.
