Straw Wattles
The benefits of using straw wattles for erosion control
Straw wattles and erosion control wattles provide a biodegradable, cost-effective solution for controlling sediment and managing stormwater runoff on:
- Construction sites
- Roadway embankments
- Hillsides and slopes
- Drainage channels
- Restoration areas
These BMP-compliant erosion control wattles slow runoff, trap sediment, and promote vegetation growth. Their flexibility allows easy placement around inlets, along contours, and across slopes.
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Erosion Control Wattles Product Details
Because the erosion control wattle is made from all natural coconut coir fibers, it is reusable and completely biodegradable. Coir wattles are a better choice for the environment then synthetic wattles. They also will last much longer, making them budget-friendly. Coconut coir fiber wattles are practical and durable and can be used in a wide range of situations. The inner core is double cleaned unsorted coir fiber surrounded by a coir twine netting with knotted junctions. It designed to filter water while creating a barrier that will effectively reinforce your site.
Erosion Control Wattle Features
- 100% Biodegradable
- Strong Outer Netting Casing
- 6" or 9" Diameters and 10' or 20' Length
- High filtration for sediment and stormwater management
Erosion Control Wattles Benefits
- Fast and easy to install
- Cost-effective for large-scale BMP compliance
- Flexible to fit site contours and inlet protection
- Versatile: perimeter control, slope interruption, check dams, and more
Coir Fiber Wattle Specifications
| Diameter | 6" (15 cm) | 9" (23 cm) |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 10' or 20' (3.05 m or 6.10 m) | 10' or 20' (3.05 m or 6.10 m) |
| Weight | 1.5 lbs/ft (2.23 kg/m) | 3.0 lbs/ft (4.46 kg/m) |
| Density | 7 lbs/cubic foot | 7 lbs/cubic foot |
| Inner Core | Double Cleaned Unsorted Coir Fiber | Double Cleaned Unsorted Coir Fiber |
| Netting | Coir Twine with Knotted Junctions | Coir Twine with Knotted Junctions |
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Erosion Control Wattle Applications
Erosion Control Wattles have a wide range of uses and applications and are perfect for check dams, embankments, storm drains, and construction BMPs. Erosion wattles are used on construction sites to prevent sediment from leaving the site that uses moving equipment or other construction site activities. They are designed to filter materials from leaving the site due to stormwater runoff.
Coconut coir wattles can also be used to create check dams. Vegetation can grow through the erosion wattle over time making providing long-term erosion and stormwater control even after the coir erosion wattle has decomposed.
Erosion control wattles filter water as it flows through the wattle. This makes the coir wattle perfect to place in front of curb inlets or storm drains to protect the water supply system.
See also this affordable USA made alternative to coir: Excelsior Erosion Control Excelsior Logs.
Erosion Control Wattles Frequently Asked Questions
Coir wattles and coir logs are very similar in design and shape. One of the main differences is that a wattle has a smaller diameter, usually 6 to 9 inches, while the coir log has diameter sizes up to 20 inches. Coir fiber wattles are not as densely packed and are therefore more flexible and easily manipulated. Coir wattles are best used when the situation calls for an erosion control product that is flexible, durable, and lightweight.
Coir wattles are typically installed by digging a small trench and then placing the erosion control wattle into position. Stakes are best positioned every 4 feet on center. For more information on coir wattle installation, see our coir erosion wattle installation page.
