EcoGrid provides a safe, strong and permeable solution for protecting tree roots in areas where excavation must be low or avoided entirely. It creates a durable load bearing surface while keeping roots intact and healthy.
EcoGrid offers a practical and environmentally friendly way to protect tree roots while creating stable, usable surfaces. It prevents root damage, supports natural drainage and avoids the need for disruptive excavation.
Tree roots are essential for the health and stability of a tree, yet they are often vulnerable to damage from construction, vehicle traffic and soil compaction.
When roots are disturbed or compressed, trees can become stressed, lose strength and even fail over time. Protecting the root zone helps maintain healthy growth and supports the long term wellbeing of the tree.
In many areas, trees are legally protected, and damaging their roots can result in significant fines. Using a proper root protection system ensures compliance with guidance, safeguards the landscape and allows essential work or access to take place without harming the natural environment.
EcoGrid can be used in a wide range of tree root protection projects where a stable, permeable and low-impact surface is required. It is suitable for:
EcoGrid is 100 percent free-draining, giving you a complete SuDS solution that manages water naturally. It is carbon neutral and produced from carefully selected recycled plastics that would otherwise go to landfill.
Every EcoGrid product is independently tested and published to prove its strength. Our range is certified by European TUV and RAL testing centres, and EcoGrid is an approved NATO supply product used worldwide.
EcoGrid is trusted across the globe, with more than 1.5 million square metres sold in 2017 alone. Manufactured in a fully automated, sustainable European facility, we support every customer with expert technical advice and friendly guidance.
The EcoGrid tree root protection system is designed to sit above the existing soil, creating a stable and permeable surface without disturbing the root zone.
A geotextile layer is first placed down to separate and protect the soil. Clean angular stone is then added and held in place using the EcoGrid Cell Web, which spreads weight evenly while keeping the base fully permeable.
A second geotextile layer may be added before installing the EcoGrid surface layer, which can be filled with gravel or left as a finished surface, depending on the project. Because the stone is not compacted, air and water can still reach the roots, ensuring healthy tree growth while providing a strong load bearing surface for vehicles and pedestrians.
Here are some common questions about using EcoGrid for tree root protection.
In most cases, no. EcoGrid is designed as a true no dig solution, meaning it can be installed with minimal or no excavation to avoid damaging roots.
Yes. When installed correctly, EcoGrid spreads weight evenly and can support vehicles while keeping the root zone safe.
Yes. EcoGrid is fully permeable, allowing essential moisture and oxygen to move through the surface and into the soil.
Clean angular stone is recommended for the best stability and permeability. Rounded stone is less effective as it does not lock together well.
Yes. The system can be installed for temporary works and later removed without harming the roots or surrounding ground.
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