Weed Control Membrane 100gsm with Pegs and Pins

Heavy-duty 100gsm woven weed control membrane with matching securing pegs and pins, supplied in roll sizes from 1m x 5m up to 4m x 100m. The fabric blocks light to stop weeds while letting water and air through to the soil, and is the standard ground preparation under gravel, bark, slate and rubber playground chippings.

This page covers the membrane plus the fixings to hold it down, so you can order everything for the job in one go. Pick the roll size for your area, or choose a pack of pegs or pins to suit your ground. If you are laying a play surface, add your topping from our playground rubber chippings range. Prices include VAT.

What This Is

Weed control membrane is a woven fabric laid over cleared, level ground before you spread a topping such as gravel, bark or chippings. It suppresses weeds by cutting out the light they need to grow, while its woven structure lets rainwater drain straight through to the soil. The securing pegs and pins hold the fabric in place along edges and seams until the topping is spread. Together they form the base layer that keeps paths, borders, gravelled areas and play surfaces weed-free and stable for years.

Membrane, Pegs and Pins Explained

The membrane is a 100gsm woven polypropylene fabric, a heavier grade built to take foot traffic and the weight of gravel or chippings without tearing. Securing pins are U-shaped steel staples that knock straight into firm ground and are the economical choice for large areas. Securing pegs have a wider head that grips loose, sandy or stony ground and spreads the load so the fabric does not tear at the fixing. Use pins in firm soil and pegs where the ground is loose or the site is exposed; for most jobs space them every 0.5 to 1 metre along edges and seams.

Specification

Material is 100gsm woven polypropylene weed control fabric, UV stabilised and water-permeable. The 100gsm weight is a heavy-duty grade suited to long-term use under a topping, more hard-wearing than thin 50gsm short-term fabrics. The fabric lets water, air and nutrients reach the soil while blocking sunlight to suppress weed growth. Roll widths run 1m, 1.5m, 2m, 3m and 4m, with lengths up to 100m depending on width. Securing pins are steel U-staples; pegs have a wide bearing head. Membrane is supplied in the roll sizes shown and is best covered with mulch, gravel or chippings to maximise its life.

Available Sizes and Pricing

All prices include VAT. Membrane is supplied in the roll sizes shown; pegs and pins are sold in the pack sizes listed.

Using Membrane Under Chippings and Gravel

For paths, borders and gravelled areas, clear and level the ground, remove existing weeds, then roll out the membrane and overlap each strip by 100 to 150mm. Pin or peg down the edges and seams, then spread gravel, slate, bark or rubber playground chippings over the top to your chosen depth. The topping shields the fabric from sunlight and holds it in place, which is why membrane and topping together last far longer than either alone. Under playground rubber chippings the membrane also keeps the chippings separate from the soil, so the surface stays cleaner and is easier to top up. Match your roll size to the area you are covering.

Bulk and Trade Orders

Trade pricing is available on volume orders. Tell us the total area you are covering and we will work out the rolls and fixings you need and quote the full job, including for landscapers and groundworks contractors buying for multiple sites. Larger orders of membrane and fixings can be consolidated onto one delivery.

Delivery Information

Membrane, pegs and pins are light enough to travel by courier on a 3 to 5 working day service to mainland UK. If you order them alongside playground chippings, the chippings go separately on a heavier pallet service and may arrive on a different day. Delivery is to mainland UK; for offshore, Highlands or other restricted postcodes, contact us before ordering to confirm availability and any extra cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

What weight is the weed membrane?
100gsm (grams per square metre) — a heavy-duty grade that resists tearing and puncture during installation and lasts for many years under gravel, bark or artificial grass.

What is weed membrane used for?
Suppressing weed growth under gravel drives, paths, patios, artificial grass, raised beds, decking sub-frames and any landscaping where weeds need to be blocked while allowing water to drain through.

How long does weed membrane last?
A quality 100gsm membrane lasts 10-20+ years when covered with gravel, bark or aggregate. UV exposure degrades uncovered membrane over time, so always cover it.

How is weed membrane installed?
Clear the area of existing weeds and level the ground. Roll out the membrane and overlap joins by 150mm minimum. Pin in place with membrane pegs, then cover with aggregate, bark or artificial grass.

Can weed membrane be used under artificial grass?
Yes. Weed membrane is a standard part of artificial grass installation. It sits between the compacted sub-base and the grass to prevent weed growth through the perforations in the grass backing.