Fibertex F.25 - Non-woven geotextile 130g/m² - Matgeco

Fibertex F.25 - Non-woven geotextile 130g/m² - Matgeco

Fibertex is a non-woven geotextile made of needle-punched polypropylene fibers forming a resistant , easy-to-use, flexible and highly elastic sheet.

The water table is in open diffusion and allows the free passage of water and air .

The properties of this geotextile remain identical whether dry or wet . In fact, the material is resistant to rot and mold . It is also resistant to acids and alkalis .

Diaper separation:

Fibertex geotextiles have an anti-contamination role. Thanks to their high permeability, they allow water to pass through while preventing the mixing of construction layers.

Under a parking lot or driveway, Fibertex geotextiles stabilize the gravel, prevent it from penetrating the soil and limit the appearance of weeds.

Mechanical protection:

Fibertex geotextiles protect any building element (e.g., waterproofing membrane on flat roof, buried walls, pond liners, etc.) from puncture and perforation.

Their elongation capacity and tensile strength guarantee very high protection.

Filtration and drainage:

In drainage applications, Fibertex geotextiles allow water to pass freely while filtering out fine particles. This prevents the gradual clogging of drainage pipes, trenches, or other water evacuation systems.

Reinforcement :

Fibertex geotextiles allow the loads of foundation layers to be distributed during the construction of roads, parking lots, terraces, etc.

They improve the load-bearing capacity of driveways and stabilize the foundation, which limits the appearance of cracks and crevices.

Benefits :

1. Very high resistance.
2. Easy and quick to implement.
3. High elongation.
4. High permeability.
5. Resistant to alkalis and acids.
6. Rot-proof.
7. CE marked.
8. Meets current European standards.

Features :

• Surface mass: 130 g/m².
• Thickness at 2 kPa: 0.7 mm.
• Tensile strength: 11 kN/m.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the difference between a woven and a non-woven geotextile?
   Non-woven geotextiles, such as Fibertex F.25, are composed of needle-punched fibers offering excellent filtration and permeability. Woven geotextiles are more geared towards tensile strength for highly technical applications.
2. Is Fibertex F.25 suitable for a driveway?
   Yes, for a light-duty driveway (passenger cars) with a good stone base. For heavy traffic or heavy goods vehicles, a thicker geotextile (≥ 200 g/m²) is recommended.
3. Can water pass through geotextile?
   Yes, it is permeable to water while preventing the passage of fine soil particles.
4. Can it be used under a terrace?
   Yes, it is perfectly suited for use under wooden decking, paving stones, or decorative gravel. It prevents weed growth and stabilizes the structure.
5. Is it root-resistant?
   It greatly limits weed regrowth, but it is not a specific anti-rhizome barrier for running bamboos.
6. What is its lifespan?
   Buried under materials (not exposed to UV), its lifespan is very long (several decades).
7. Should it be laid taut?
   Yes, it must be laid flat, without creases, and well covered to ensure its effectiveness.