Question 1

Is this a fiberglass fabric?

Accepted Answer

no.its a heavy commercial plastic like fabric.  Dont let that fool you though. I installed it last year.  Put 3-4" mulch cover n have had no weeds or bermuda grass come through which is AMAZING! Previous landscape material used have issues throughout.  Did purchase 10" staples n spaced every 2ft.  Awesome product.

Question 2

after reading the reviews, what is the best way to cut it?  torch?  why?   any other ways that is simple?

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I tried various methods.  I didn't like the fraying problem when a sharp blade or scissors was used.  A propane torch melted or shrunk too much of the fabric.  I finally settled on an electric soldering gun.  It cut through the fabric like butter, nearly as fast as scissors, cuts were precise, I could easily trace around complicated shapes (even easier than with scissors), the adjacent fabric was not affected, and it left behind a melted edge that  did not fray.  I had to drag an extension cord around, but I have a 100 ft cord so no problem.  The soldering gun was a Weller D550 dual heat.  On the high heat setting you can move fast!  I did not have to use just the end of the soldering tip as you would when actually soldering.  I just dragged the wire part of the soldering tip through the fabric.  To check for longevity, I purposely tried to pull an edge apart to see if I could get it to fray.  I couldn't, so it looks like the cut edge will stay fused permanently.  If you compare the result of this method with the factory edge, they are quite similar.

Question 3

what is the weight of this product (oz)? ie: 5oz or 3.2oz etc.

Accepted Answer

Hello,
Sunbelt has a 3.2 oz weight.
Thank you

Question 4

Does water go through the material easily or will it cause ponds in my rock landscaping like plastic?

Accepted Answer

Mine drains well enough. Small amounts may seem to pool if there is no rock/bark on top of it but I've been through some heavy rains and had no problems.  I used it on a slope with bark on top and was concerned the bark would wash away but it doesn't.

ASIN	B004SI9RY0
Best Sellers Rank	#12,321 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #40 in Weed Barrier Fabric
Date First Available	March 14, 2011
Item Weight	29.4 pounds
Item model number	SBLT4300
Manufacturer	Dewitt
Product Dimensions	48 x 8 x 8 inches

Dewitt Sunbelt Weed Barrier Fabric 3.2 oz, 4 x 300 Feet – Heavy-Duty Ground Cover Mat for Greenhouse Floors, Garden Rows, Raised Beds, Yard Gardening, and Outdoor Landscape Protection

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