Water's Edge
Restoration & Management
Benthic Barriers (weed mats)
Bottom mesh
applications work by compressing the aquatic weeds into a stressed
configuration and screening out 50% to 60% of sunlight. The mesh is fine
enough
to prevent weeds from growing, but coarse enough to allow for the
natural life
processes to continue while preventing new growth without risk to health
or the
environment. Results are immediate when installed early spring.
The Aquascreen bottom barrier controls the growth of water weeds in the following locations:
- public and private beaches and resort areas
- shorelines and riverbanks
- marinas
- ornamental ponds and artificial lakes
- landing areas and docks
- golf course ponds
In swimming areas, benthic barrier is soft underfoot, while eliminating the annoyances of mud and aquatic plants.