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Find detailed installation instructions for many of our most popular products.

BARRICADE & BARRIER SAFETY FENCE

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Accessories Required

Suggested accessories required for installation of 50 feet of our Better Barriers™ Barricade or Barrier fence.

  • 7 steel T-Posts (minimum 6 feet high)
  • 35 locking ties approximately 8”-10” long

Installation Instructions

  1. T-Posts should be inserted a minimum of 1.5’ in the ground and a maximum of 8’ apart.
  2. Secure the fence and the T-Post together using locking ties spaced at 1’ intervals (see illustration).
  3. To connect fencing sections, overlap 2 strand sections from each end and weave a 1” x 2” slat through the overlaped strand.
  4. Fence should be tensioned by hand only. DO NOT USE MECHANICAL TENSIONERS.

FWB SERIES SNOW FENCE

ENGINEERED TO CONTROL THE BIG DRIFTS. PLACE 60 FEET FROM DESIRED DRIFT-FREE AREA.

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Accessories Required

Suggested accessories required for installation of 50 feet of our Better Barriers™ FWB Series Snow Control fence.

  • 7 steel T-Posts (minimum 6 feet high)
  • 7 wooden slats 1” x 2” x 4’
  • 35 locking ties approximately 8”-10” long

Installation Instructions

  1. Determine the direction of the prevailing winds in your area and align the fence perpendicular to this direction for optimum drift control. Install the fence a minimum of 60 feet from the desired drift-free area.
  2. T-Posts should be inserted a minimum of 1.5’ in the ground and a maximum of 8’ (2.4m) apart.
  3. Vertical strands of fence must be sandwiched between the flat side of the T-Post and 1” x 2” wood slat.
  4. Secure the wooden slat, fence and the T-Post together using locking ties spaced at 1’ intervals (see illustration).
  5. Start the next roll by overlapping a minimum of 6” of fence at the last T-Post and then sandwich the 2 layers of fence as described in step 3.
  6. Fence should be tensioned by hand only. DO NOT USE MECHANICAL TENSIONERS.
  7. For the most efficient drift control, allow a 6” gap between the ground and fence bottom. This gap will allow a much longer and higher drift,greatly prolonging the effectiveness of the fence.

SF SERIES SNOW FENCE

ENGINEERED TO CONTROL THE BIG DRIFTS. PLACE 30 FEET FROM DESIRED DRIFT-FREE AREA.

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Accessories Required

Suggested accessories required for installation of 50 feet of our Better Barriers™ SF Series Snow Control fence.

  • 7 steel T-Posts (minimum 6 feet high)
  • 7 wooden slats 1” x 2” x 4’
  • 35 locking ties approximately 8”-10” long

Installation Instructions

  1. Determine the direction of the prevailing winds in your area and align the fence perpendicular to this direction for optimum drift control. Install the fence a minimum of 30 feet from the desired drift-free area.
  2. T-Posts should be inserted a minimum of 1.5’ in the ground and a maximum of 8’ (2.4m) apart.
  3. Vertical strands of fence must be sandwiched between the flat side of the T-Post and 1” x 2” wood slat.
  4. Secure the wooden slat, fence and the T-Post together using locking ties spaced at 1’ intervals (see illustration).
  5. Start the next roll by overlapping a minimum of 6” of fence at the last T-Post and then sandwich the 2 layers of fence as described in step 3.
  6. Fence should be tensioned by hand only. DO NOT USE MECHANICAL TENSIONERS.
  7. For the most efficient drift control, allow a 6” gap between the ground and fence bottom. This gap will allow a much longer and higher drift,greatly prolonging the effectiveness of the fence.

GARDEN MULCH FILM

This Better Barriers™ product is an annual, environmentally safe weed barrier that is designed to stop unwanted weed growth in vegetable gardens and annual flowerbeds. At the same time, it allows air, water and nutrients to reach the roots of the desired plants. No weed barrier product is totally effective against quackgrass (twitch), bindweed, or other plants propagated by rhizomes, therefore it is advised that a weed-free environment be established prior to installation.

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Installation Instructions

  1. Roll out our Better Barriers™ Garden Mulch Film and cut to length. When overlapping the product allow at least a 4”-5” overlap.
  2. For new plants cut an X in the product large enough to plant through. If plants exist cut an X large enough to slip the product over the plant.
  3. During installation it is recommended that you use our Quest®, Fabric & Garden Staples to securely anchor each section of the Better Barriers™ product to the soil.
  4. This Better Barriers™ product is designed to be an annual solution to unwanted weed growth and will degrade from the action of naturally occurring microorganisms in your garden or compost area.

HARDSCAPE FABRIC - BRICK & BLOCK UNDERLAY

Better Barriers™ is Canada’s leader in hardscape fabrics. When applied correctly, this product stabilizes and separates soil profiles and will provide lifetime stability for your hardscape projects.

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For Permanent Perennial Gardens

  1. Roll out our Better Barriers™ Hardscape Fabric and cut to length. When overlapping the product allow at least a 7.6 cm - 12.7 cm (3 - 5 in) overlap.
  2. For new plants cut an X in the product large enough to plant through. If plants exist cut an X large enough to slip the product over the plant. If very large shrubs or trees are present, cut a slit from the edge of the fabric to the base of the tree and slip fabric around the base. Since the slits will tend to expose the soil below, it is recommended that the slit be overlapped with strips of fabric wide enough to overlap the slit by 7.6 cm - 12.7 cm (3 - 5 in) on each side.
  3. During installation it is recommended that you use our Quest ® Fabric & Garden Staples to securely anchor each section of the Better Barriers™ product to the soil.
  4. Cover the fabric with a minimum of 7.6 cm (3 in) of bark or mulch. If covering with stone, marble chips or crushed clay, then cover with at least 7.6 cm - 10 cm (3 - 4 in) of material and use enough small-sized pieces to fill in the resulting spaces. All hardscape fabrics are weakened by U.V. rays of the sun which makes complete coverage important for long-term satisfying results.

For Hardscape Projects

  1. Roll out our Better Barriers™ Hardscape Fabric on prepped soil and cut to length. When overlapping the product allow at least a 7.6 cm - 12.7 cm (3 - 5 in) overlap.
  2. During installation it is recommended that you use our Quest© Fabric & Garden Staples to securely anchor each section of the Better Barriers™ product to the soil.
  3. Apply the aggregate profile suitable for your project, prep and complete.

HARDSCAPE FABRIC - NATURAL STONE & RETAINING WALLS

Better Barriers™ is Canada’s leader in hardscape fabrics. When applied correctly, this product stabilizes and separates soil profiles and will provide lifetime stability for your hardscape projects.

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For Permanent Perennial Gardens

  1. Roll out our Better Barriers™ Hardscape Fabric and cut to length. When overlapping the product allow at least a 7.6 cm - 12.7 cm (3 - 5 in) overlap.
  2. For new plants cut an X in the product large enough to plant through. If plants exist cut an X large enough to slip the product over the plant. If very large shrubs or trees are present, cut a slit from the edge of the fabric to the base of the tree and slip fabric around the base. Since the slits will tend to expose the soil below, it is recommended that the slit be overlapped with strips of fabric wide enough to overlap the slit by 7.6 cm - 12.7 cm (3 - 5 in) on each side.
  3. During installation it is recommended that you use our Quest ® Fabric & Garden Staples to securely anchor each section of the Better Barriers™ product to the soil.
  4. Cover the fabric with a minimum of 7.6 cm (3 in) of bark or mulch. If covering with stone, marble chips or crushed clay, then cover with at least 7.6 cm - 10 cm (3 - 4 in) of material and use enough small-sized pieces to fill in the resulting spaces. All hardscape fabrics are weakened by U.V. rays of the sun which makes complete coverage important for long-term satisfying results.

For Hardscape Projects

  1. Roll out our Better Barriers™ Hardscape Fabric on prepped soil and cut to length. When overlapping the product allow at least a 7.6 cm - 12.7 cm (3 - 5 in) overlap.
  2. During installation it is recommended that you use our Quest ® Fabric & Garden Staples to securely anchor each section of the Better Barriers™ product to the soil.
  3. Apply the aggregate profile suitable for your project, prep and complete.

LANDSCAPE FABRIC - 7 YEAR

Better Barriers™ is Canada’s leader in landscape fabrics. It is a strong, uniform fabric designed to stabilize and separate soil profiles and stop unwanted weed growth. At the same time, it allows air, water and nutrients to reach the roots of the desired plants.

No landscape fabric is totally effective against quackgrass (twitch), bindweed, or other plants propagated by rhizomes and/or weeds that start in the mulch above the fabric. Thus it is advised that a weed-free environment be established prior to fabric installation. Consult your garden centre specialist for the best method to eradicate these weeds prior to installation of this fabric.

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Installation Instructions

  1. Roll out our Better Barriers™ Landscape Fabric and cut to length. When overlapping the product allow at least a 7.6 cm - 12.7 cm (3 - 5 in) overlap.
  2. For new plants cut an X in the product large enough to plant through. If plants exist cut an X large enough to slip the product over the plant. If very large shrubs or trees are present, cut a slit from the edge of the fabric to the base of the tree and slip fabric around the base. Since the slits will tend to expose the soil below, it is recommended that the slit be overlapped with strips of fabric wide enough to overlap the slit by 7.6 cm - 12.7 cm (3 - 5 in) on each side.
  3. During installation it is recommended that you use our Quest ® Fabric & Garden Staples to securely anchor each section of the Better Barriers™ product to the soil.
  4. Cover the fabric with a minimum of 7.6 cm (3 in) of bark or mulch. If covering with stone, marble chips or crushed clay, then cover with at least 7.6 cm - 10 cm (3 - 4 in) of material and use enough small-sized pieces to fill in the resulting spaces. All landscape fabrics are weakened by U.V. rays of the sun which makes complete coverage important for long-term satisfying results.
  5. Occasionally water may initially puddle on top of the fabric. To quicken water penetration, apply a solution of 3 tablespoons (53 mL) of dish detergent per 4.5 L (gallon) of water then spread this over 137 m² (450 ft² ) of fabric. This is completely safe to plants.

LANDSCAPE FABRIC - 20 YEAR

Better Barriers™ is Canada’s leader in landscape fabrics. It is a strong, uniform fabric designed to stabilize and separate soil profiles and stop unwanted weed growth. At the same time, it allows air, water and nutrients to reach the roots of the desired plants.

No landscape fabric is totally effective against quackgrass (twitch), bindweed, or other plants propagated by rhizomes and/or weeds that start in the mulch above the fabric. Thus it is advised that a weed-free environment be established prior to fabric installation. Consult your garden centre specialist for the best method to eradicate these weeds prior to installation of this fabric.

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Installation Instructions

  1. Roll out our Better Barriers™ Landscape Fabric and cut to length. When overlapping the product allow at least a 7.6 cm - 12.7 cm (3 - 5 in) overlap.
  2. For new plants cut an X in the product large enough to plant through. If plants exist cut an X large enough to slip the product over the plant. If very large shrubs or trees are present, cut a slit from the edge of the fabric to the base of the tree and slip fabric around the base. Since the slits will tend to expose the soil below, it is recommended that the slit be overlapped with strips of fabric wide enough to overlap the slit by 7.6 cm - 12.7 cm (3 - 5 in) on each side.
  3. During installation it is recommended that you use our Quest ® Fabric & Garden Staples to securely anchor each section of the Better Barriers™ product to the soil.
  4. Cover the fabric with a minimum of 7.6 cm (3 in) of bark or mulch. If covering with stone, marble chips or crushed clay, then cover with at least 7.6 cm - 10 cm (3 - 4 in) of material and use enough small-sized pieces to fill in the resulting spaces. All landscape fabrics are weakened by U.V. rays of the sun which makes complete coverage important for long-term satisfying results.
  5. Occasionally water may initially puddle on top of the fabric. To quicken water penetration, apply a solution of 3 tablespoons (53 mL) of dish detergent per 4.5 L (gallon) of water then spread this over 137 m² (450 ft² ) of fabric. This is completely safe to plants.