Weed Suppression
Rapid weed control around critical infrastructure
Concrete Canvas® (CC) products are used to provide a robust and durable weed suppression alternative to traditional methods. This is especially true in in areas where access is restricted or where vegetation poses a risk to critical infrastructure. Tested for root-penetration resistance under DD CEN/TS 14416:2005, CC products have proven performance in delivering long-term weed control.
The Batched Roll format allows rapid installation without heavy machinery, making it ideal for use alongside railways, highways, utility corridors and pipe tracks. In Oil & Gas and utility environments, CC products also help mitigate corrosion risks and ensures clear visibility for leak detection, offering a reliable, low-maintenance solution for vegetation management.
Useful Resources
Featured Videos
CC is a flexible, concrete impregnated fabric — just add water to form a thin, durable, waterproof & fire-resistant layer
A short animation introducing the basic material properties of Concrete Canvas® and CC Hydro™
Watch video testing the quality of Concrete Canvas® under international specification standards ASTM D8364
User Benefits
Rapid Installation
CC can be installed at up to 12,000sf/hour, 10 times faster than traditional concrete.
Easy To Use
Requires less equipment, smaller crews and no on-site mixing or measuring — Just Add Water™.
Lower Project Costs
Faster installation and reduced logistics can make CC more cost-effective than conventional methods.
Lower Carbon
Uses up to 95% less material than concrete, cutting carbon and reducing transport needs.
FAQs
Concrete Canvas® is a Geosynthetic Cementitious Composite Mat (GCCM) that, once hydrated, forms a durable, fibre-reinforced concrete layer. This waterproof barrier prevents weed and vegetation growth, even for species that are notoriously difficult to control.
Yes. Concrete Canvas® has been tested for root penetration resistance under DD CEN/TS 14416:2005 and has proven effectiveness in suppressing invasive species like knotweed.
In UK climates, Concrete Canvas® has a minimum design life of 50 years for weed control and is BBA certified with a durability of over 120 years when used for erosion control applications.