Weeds can easily grow in pathways and driveways after slate is spread. This can look unsightly and pulling the weeds out by hand causes soil to be mixed with the slate, further allowing weeds to grow. Our recommended solution is the application of a geotextile membrane.

Geotextile membranes are synthetic, water and air permeable and are woven or spun. They last for an average of 15 years when covered with a material such as slate. The membrane should be secured to the ground at regular intervals with wire pegs. Membranes provide excellent long-term weed control.