What is a geotextile , its types , characteristics and scope of application - an overview of the material

The modern market is constantly surprised by all sorts of innovations, many of which the majority of buyers very vague idea.For example, people who are not very well versed in the peculiarities of the construction (finishing) of materials, mistakenly believe that the geotextile - this is one of the varieties of waterproofing products.But this material has such specific qualities that can rightfully be called universal.

What is it?Geotextile - a web or fabric made in different ways from polymeric filaments (generally, polyester, polypropylene).But on what exactly material used as a raw material and which was applied technology dependent and specific features of a particular sample.

Species geotextile

nonwoven (geo)

technology for manufacturing the most simple and consists in the fact that all of the threads form a fabric stitched on one of the procedures - as a result of a chemical reaction or thermal exposure, followed by "piercing" of the material a very thin instrument.

specific properties - quality soil drainage (removal of liquids) and its strengthening.

cloth (geotextile)

Its properties depend on two factors - the way to weave their material.Furthermore, the production process can be controlled as a geotextile density and hole parameters.It is only necessary to choose the correct "step" and weave the appropriate manufacturing technique.

specific properties - ensuring the effective drainage, strengthen the soil surface.

Opportunity landing vegetation virtually any, even the loose soil.Geotextile allows the root system firmly in it harden.Feature - a high strength (at break), which makes it possible to use this material for reinforcement.

Knitted

In fact, the same cloth, but weaving is "loop".By the way, this type of product is produced only in Russia and is the cheapest among peers.

specific properties - lack of "breaking" resistance.

If a defect, the more the material will "blossom".With this sign of anyone who faced knits (scarves, hats, etc.).

Basic functions of geotextiles

• Strengthening the coated portion (reinforcement).
• Filtering.
• protection of soil, is to prevent (or maximum deceleration) soil erosion, and water-proof materials from damaging the solid fraction.
• prevent siltation of drainage and sewerage systems.
• Separation.It prevents mixing of the layers between which laid canvas.

Product Features

• not damaged by insects and rodents.
• not exposed to corrosive processes (rust, rot).
• Resistant to many aggressive chemical / compounds, low (or too high) temperatures.
• elasticity (flexibility), so the web is not torn and stretched by mechanical action.
• density - from 100 to 800 g / m2.
• durability (up to 25 years).

Scope

Given the unique properties of the material, it is used in various sectors of economic activity.

• road construction, tunneling.
• Strengthening the waterfront, ravines and slopes, dams and so on.
• protection waterproofing structures - roofs, technical (basement) of premises and other structural elements.
• Finishing underground storage tanks, pipelines.
• Drainage terrain.
• Tailoring different overalls.

All the features of the use of this material in industry and agriculture specialists are well known.And that's what it is attractive for us, ordinary land owners - homeowners and gardeners?

application of geotextiles in

private sector Naturally, all the options list is impossible, as each host - their problems.Therefore, we focus only on the core.

Construction of individual sections of the territory

They can be used for different purposes - the temporary parking of personal "cars" (for example, in the country), a playground, a gazebo and a barbecue, sidewalk tiles for decoration or blind area installation.But almost always have to do after marking "podsypku" and pour concrete.And not only for strength of such a "basis", but also to prevent the appearance of grass on it.

But it always saves asphalt or artificial stone from her?After all, any, even a microscopic crack (peeling, damaged sealing joints) initiates sprouting shoots.Every owner knows, as it is difficult to eliminate such defects and fight with grass.If the pre-lay a geotextile cover, it will be a reliable barrier in the way of vegetation.

trim designs

geotextile can be placed wherever the materials are used for waterproofing.In the private sector, this roof, basements, septic tanks, channels for laying of communications routes and many other places.Root system of plants in the area can not only damage the protective layer, but also the recessed container body (for example, an artificial pond) if it is made of plastic.

To protect soil

This is especially useful if the site is characterized by a certain bias.The trouble all the gardeners in what is literally washed away the fertile layer of the period of abundant rainfall and intensive snow melting.

as ukryvochnogo material

geotextiles can protect the trunks of fruit trees from insects and birds, it is expedient to cover the beds, even a greenhouse.Most often used for these purposes p / e film, but her working life is relatively short.Synthetic fabric will last several times longer.

In principle, a good boss himself, without prompting, is able to determine where and how it can be used geotextile.

cost products

Price depends on the material type and manufacturer.In the sale of most of it comes in rolls in length from 100 to 350 m;their width in the range of 1.5 - 6 m.

can rely on such data - 1 m is 12.5 to 63 rubles.