Commonly used hydromulches.
First, let us explain what "hydromulch" is. Hydromulch is the substance to the hydroseed slurry. It's what you think of when you think about hydroseeding, the green stuff. Mulch is made up from many different materials and specific to certain application specifications. Hydromulch provides erosion control, retains moisture, is the media in which seed germinates, holds all tank ingredients in place and provides protection to your newly seeded soil from the environment. It is important for you, the concerned customer, to know that all hydromulches are environmentally friendly, biodegradable and non-toxic.
Below, we will go over commonly used and performance mulches.
Slope ratio is calculated by Horizontal distance to Vertical distance (H:V)
Example formula (200:100) = 2:1
If you have any questions on the above products, please contact Ian for more information. Muldowney Bros. puts quality at the top of our priority list, applying the proper materials achieves the desired results the first time.
Below, we will go over commonly used and performance mulches.
- 70/30 Blend. This consists of 70% recycled wood fibers and 30% recycled paper. Blend provides great results on flat work and moderate slopes.
- Wood Blend. This blend consists of 100% recycled wood fibers. Wood Blend is Muldowney Bros. choice of mulch for flat work and moderate slopes due to its superior erosion control properties.
- ProMatrix EFM. This engineered fiber matrix is manufactured to provide erosion control and a proper environment to establish vegetation. ProMatrix is a great option when a BFM (bonded fiber matrix) is spec'd by architect or planner.
- ProGanics Biotic Soil Media. This product is a manufactured topsoil alternative. It provides organic matter at a consistent rate which allows us as a contractor to easily calculate how much is needed. Proganics provides the nutrients needed on sites that are disturbed by construction activity. Ideal sites of application include solar farms, wind farms, landfills and other waste facilities, construction sites and other land disturbing projects with low levels of organic matter in the soil.
- ProGanics DUAL. This product provides all the benefits of ProGanics BSM plus erosion control. Saving time and money on applications of slopes < 2H:1V.
- Flexterra High Performance - Flexible Growth Medium. Flexterra provides the highest erosion control effectiveness for the toughest projects, performing strongly on slopes > 1H:1V. Engineered to chemically and mechanically bond together, creating a tight lock within the mulch, keeps your slurry on the slope. Flexterra is a great choice for common and dormant seeding because of its slow biodegradation. The slow breakdown of the mulch gives protection from erosion for up to 12 months, greatly increasing vegetation establishment. This product is very commonly used by Muldowney Bros. because of its tested and proven results on troublesome applications. Contact Ian to learn more about Flexterra can be used.
- ProFlex System. ProFlex is a method of application that uses two separate mulches to achieve vegetation on the toughest slopes with depleted soils. By applying ProGanics first and capping it with Flexterra, at the proper rates of application, this system can grow in places you never thought were possible. To see an example of the ProFlex system visit the "Services" page and look for the "1:1 Slope Stabilization" gallery. Ask us about this system and how it could be used to help your property!
Slope ratio is calculated by Horizontal distance to Vertical distance (H:V)
Example formula (200:100) = 2:1
If you have any questions on the above products, please contact Ian for more information. Muldowney Bros. puts quality at the top of our priority list, applying the proper materials achieves the desired results the first time.