Geosynthetics in roads and pavements

Turf Reinforcement Mats 

Turf reinforcement mats (TRMs) are 

3-dimensional structures composed of fused 

polymer nettings, randomly laid monofilaments, 

or yarns woven or tufted into an open, 

dimensionally stable mat. These flexible, 

synthetic, 3-dimensional mats are designed to be 

used in conjunction with topsoil and seed or turf 

to create strong, durable and continuous 

soil-root-mat matrices which can provide nearly 

twice the erosion protection of plain grass alone.  

 

 

Turf Reinforcement Mats (before and after germination)