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News Release from: TDP | Subject: DuPont Plantex
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 21 October 2003
Plantex Delivers Low Maintenance
Landscaping
DuPont Plantex, the most effective method of non-chemical weed control, not only wins the constant battle against weeds, it is also the ideal partner for hard landscaping projects.
DuPont Plantex, the most effective method of non-chemical weed control, not only wins the constant battle against weeds, it is also the ideal partner for hard landscaping projects according to its UK distributor TDP Ltd Manufactured by DuPont, Plantex was the first landscape fabric produced for weed control, but can also be used to aid site stability and to improve drainage
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 12 May 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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Plantex helps new plants to establish faster by weed suppression and water retention and with less plants lost to weed competition another saving is made.
For paving projects, when placed between the hard-core sub-base and bedding down sand, Plantex prevents the growth of unsightly weeds, aids the stability of the surface and allows exceptional drainage.
Extremely simple to lay, Plantex can be used under a host of other materials including gravel, turf, bark and timber decking and being chemically inert, it can be laid on any area safely without any risk to children, wildlife or the environment.
Plantex is specified widely by landscape architects and builders and has been used for a wide range of major projects from road schemes and public parks to housing developments and commercial premises.
A new interactive CD-Rom for landscape architects and builders is available from TDP to raise awareness of the product's benefits and assist professional users.
The CD-Rom is introduced by a 'virtual' presenter, a 3D talking head character, which makes it easy and interesting to use as it provides advice on applications and acts as a guide through the range of features, one of which is a handy product calculator enabling the user to obtain accurate estimates of material quantities by entering project specifications.
www.plantex.tv, a brand new website also launched by TDP, provides information on nationwide stockists as well as a host of practical information.
Plantex has also been on TV this year with a new advertising campaign designed to illustrate the many benefits of Plantex to a wide range of audiences.
Rob Barlow, managing director of TDP feels the advantages of using Plantex are clear, "Plantex can be laid across the entire site, under paving, pathways, lawns and borders, offering stabilisation and low maintenance landscaping.
All landscaped areas remain weed-free and in pristine condition, so eliminating the cost of upkeep." Plantex is available from builders' merchants nationwide in a comprehensive range of roll sizes.
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