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Simple tips to help you pick the best matting

How to Choose the Right Ground Protection Mats

Every project is unique, but choosing the right mats is simple when you know what to look for

Find the Perfect Mats for Your Site

Choosing the right ground protection mat does not have to be complicated. Every project is different, and the best solution depends on your site conditions, what you need to protect, and the type of work you are doing. Our “How to Choose” guides break it down into three clear paths, making it simple to find the right mats with confidence.

Handle Every Load, Big or Small

Selection by Weight Loading

If your main concern is the weight of vehicles or equipment, this is the place to start. Browse mats by their maximum load capacity, from lighter solutions for pedestrians and vans to ultra heavy duty options built for cranes and specialized equipment.

Target Your Site’s Unique Challenges

Selection by Problem or Solution

Sometimes the environment or a specific risk drives your choice. Whether you are controlling mud, keeping walkways safe, preventing curb damage, or working on uneven ground, our problem and solution categories make it easy to find the right mats for real job site challenges.

Match Features to Your Priorities

Selection by Key Benefit

Looking for something lightweight, reusable, eco-friendly, or weatherproof? Perhaps you need mats that minimise noise or offer secure interlocking systems. Whatever matters most for your project, you can filter by key benefits and quickly find the features you need.

Find mats by job or industry

Explore By Industry & Application

If you know the sector you work in or the job you need to do, you can go straight to solutions tailored for your needs. From building a temporary roadway for a festival to protecting tree roots during engineering projects, we have you covered.

Want to Dig Deeper Into Ground Protection?

Our Industry Insights hub covers the big questions around matting. From smarter alternatives to stone roads to the risks of buying direct from overseas, get practical advice and expert opinion to help you choose the right solution with confidence.

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Not Sure Where to Start?

Not sure which mats are right for your project? Our team is here to help. Get expert advice and a tailored recommendation.

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