The weed proof non-woven fabric laid under the spring planting was originally thought to save the trouble of weeding once and for all, but after only half a year, it became as brittle as a piece of paper, breaking easily with a single pull and leaving behind debris in the wind – this is a common problem encountered by many planters and gardening enthusiasts. Mingming merchants claim that they are “anti-aging and can use for 3-5 years”, but the actual life span is less than a fraction. They have spent money in vain, but they still have to re lay it, delaying farming hours and consuming labor. In fact, you don’t have to blame yourself for “not being able to use”. Maybe you have bought the “fake anti-aging” grass proof non-woven fabric that is rampant in the market.
Nowadays, grass proof non-woven fabric has become a “must-have” for modern agriculture and garden gardening. With its advantages of shading and grass suppression, breathability, moisture retention and temperature regulation, it can help growers save a lot of weed control labor, reduce the use of herbicides, and protect the soil environment. According to the survey data of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences in 2023, 83% of users will take the durability of materials as the primary consideration when purchasing, but the quality of products in the market is uneven, and the “fake anti-aging” products use low prices as bait, causing many people to step on the pit. Today, let’s break down the tricks and teach you how to quickly avoid traps and choose truly durable grass proof non-woven fabric.
Where is the fake anti-aging that has been rotten for half a year?
Many people mistakenly believe that the grass proof non-woven fabric “rots fast” because it is exposed to too much wind and sun outdoors, but it is actually not the case – the real anti-aging grass proof non-woven fabric can be used stably in harsh outdoor environments for 3-5 years, while the “fake anti-aging” products cut corners from the production process, and do not have the core ability of anti UV and anti-aging at all, and damage for half a year is normal. Its fraudulent tactics mainly focus on three aspects, each of which is an “invisible pit”.
Firstly, there is the issue of raw material fraud, where recycled materials are used as substitutes for high-quality ones. The core material of high-quality grass proof non-woven fabric is brand new polypropylene (PP) or polyethylene (PE), which has stable structure, high strength, and can withstand outdoor ultraviolet radiation and daily trampling and pulling. The “fake anti-aging” products, in order to reduce costs, all use recycled plastics, waste fiber and other recycled materials. These materials have many impurities and disordered ingredients, which are easy to embrittle and crack. Even if they are not exposed to the sun, they will not last long. Even more covertly, some unscrupulous merchants may mix a small amount of new materials into the recycled materials, which may appear similar to high-quality products on the surface, but in reality, they will be damaged within a few months.
The second is to steal anti-aging additives and only do “surface kungfu”. The anti-aging ability of grass proof nonwoven fabric lies in the anti UV master batch (including light stabilizer, UV absorber and antioxidant) added during production. High quality products will be added according to the standard proportion. After testing, it can meet the ISO4892-2 standard, and the UV stability can guarantee a life of more than 3 years. The “false anti-aging” products, either do not add anti UV additives at all, or only add a very small amount, or even use cheap surface coating as a fake, which seems to resist ultraviolet rays in a short time, but in fact, after the coating falls off, the fabric will quickly age and powdery, and will be completely damaged within half a year.
Finally, the weight is falsely marked and the strength does not meet the standard. The weight is the foundation of the durability of grass proof non-woven fabric. Regular products will clearly indicate the weight. For long-term use, it is recommended to choose a specification of 90-150g/㎡. For orchard and other scenarios, it is recommended to use 120g/㎡ or more. The higher the weight, the thicker and stronger the fabric. However, “false anti-aging” products generally have the problem of weight and false label. The label is 100g/㎡, but the actual weight is only about 70g. The fabric is thin and the tensile strength is poor. Not to mention the wind and the sun, even the pulling during the daily laying and the trampling in the field can easily cause damage, which will not last long.
Why are “fake anti-aging” products always duped?
Obviously, there are many flaws, but the “fake anti-aging” grass proof non-woven fabric can still fill the market, making many growers repeatedly trample on the pit. The core reasons are two: one is the temptation of low prices, and the other is the difficulty of identification. Especially for novices, it is easy to be misled by the propaganda of businesses.
Low price is the most direct bait. The cost of raw materials and UV resistant additives for high-quality anti grass non-woven fabrics is not low. For example, the cost of using new PE raw materials and standard proportions of UV resistant additives is close to 0.6 yuan per square meter. In addition, processing and logistics costs are added, and the market price is usually 0.3-0.8 yuan/square meter (graded by weight). The cost of “fake anti-aging” products can be reduced by more than half by using recycled materials without adding anti UV additives, and the price is often only 0.2-0.3 yuan/㎡. For farmers who grow in large areas and pursue low costs, it is easy to be confused by “cheap” and ignore the subsequent replacement costs.
Secondly, there is false advertising by merchants that confuses concepts. Many bad businesses deliberately blur the “anti-aging” standard in their publicity, saying only that “it is durable, sun resistant and can be used for 3-5 years”, but they do not provide any test reports; Others fake “ordinary non-woven fabric” as “anti-aging and grass proof fabric”, and even fabricate lies such as “imported raw materials” and “authoritative certification”, making it difficult for consumers to distinguish. More insidiously, some products will do short-term “camouflage”. The surface looks thick and shiny, and there is no obvious problem in the initial use. But after half a year, the anti-aging defects will be completely exposed. At this time, it is often difficult to obtain evidence from merchants to protect their rights.
In addition, many growers have misconceptions. They believe that “grass proof cloth is good as long as it can block light”, ignoring core indicators such as anti-aging and strength, and even thinking that “the thicker the better”. However, some thick cloth is stacked with inferior materials, but it is not breathable and easy to age. The genuine high-quality grass proof cloth is a comprehensive consideration of weight, material and UV resistance.
4 practical skills to quickly identify “fake anti-aging” grass proof non-woven fabrics
In fact, the “fake anti-aging” grass proof non-woven fabric can be hidden again, and there are traces to follow. Whether it is offline purchasing or online ordering, mastering these four skills can quickly avoid traps, and novices can easily get started without being fooled by businesses.
Tip 1: Look at the appearance, feel the texture, and preliminarily screen. High quality anti-aging and grass proof non-woven fabric, with flat surface and uniform color (black is preferred, shading rate ≥ 95%), without obvious color difference, spot and impurity; Soft to the touch but resilient, not easily broken when pulled by hand, with clear texture and even weaving. The “false anti-aging” products have rough surface, gray and dull color, stiff or thin hand, and will deform or even fiber fall off when gently pulled. Some products also have obvious burrs and jumpers.
Tip 2: Smell and distinguish the quality of raw materials. High quality grass proof non-woven fabric is produced using brand new materials, with only a faint plastic odor and no irritating odors; The “false anti-aging” products, because of the use of recycled materials, will have a pungent chemical smell after opening the package, even make people dizzy and nauseous. Such products not only have poor durability, but also may release harmful substances and pollute the soil.
Tip 3: Check indicators, report, and refuse verbal promises. When purchasing, the merchants must provide the key indicators of the product, such as gram weight, tensile strength, UV aging resistance test report, etc. The regular products will clearly mark the gram weight, material, aging resistance life, and can provide third-party test reports such as SGS, which shows that the thickness loss and strength retention rate reach the standard after 1500 hours of xenon lamp aging. If the merchant only promises “anti-aging” orally, but cannot provide any test report, it is probably a fake.
Tip 4: Conduct simple tests to verify performance. You can take a small piece of fabric on site and conduct two simple tests: one is the tensile test, taking a 30 centimeter long fiber and pulling it by hand. High quality products are not easy to break, and the fracture surface is neat, while counterfeit products are easy to break, and the fracture surface splits; The second is water permeability testing, where a cup of water is poured onto the fabric. High quality grass resistant fabric can quickly penetrate without accumulating water, while counterfeit products either have too slow water permeability or are completely impermeable. Long term use can lead to crop root rot.
Avoiding pitfalls reminder: Choosing the right product can truly save labor and money
For growers, the core value of grass proof non-woven fabric is “labor saving and durable”. Instead of buying “fake anti-aging” products cheaply, replacing them repeatedly and consuming labor, it is better to select high-quality products at one time. It seems that the initial investment is slightly higher, but in fact it can save a lot of subsequent boredom, which is more cost-effective in the long run. There are two more pit avoidance reminders here, be sure to remember them well.
Firstly, choose the right specifications based on the scenario and do not blindly pursue low prices or high weight. For small area use in family courtyard, select 90g black anti-aging model; For large-scale installations in orchards, tea gardens, etc., it is recommended to choose thicker versions ranging from 100-120g/㎡ for better tensile strength and UV resistance; In areas with strong sandstorms and ultraviolet radiation, high-strength models ranging from 130-150g/㎡ can be selected to ensure their service life. At the same time, priority should be given to products made of PP or PE materials and processed with warp knitting/needle punching techniques for more stable breathability and permeability.
Secondly, choose legitimate channels and reliable manufacturers, and keep the credentials. Try to choose qualified and reputable manufacturers or agricultural supply stores for procurement, and avoid unqualified small workshops and low-priced street vendors; When making online purchases, prioritize looking at store reviews and qualification certificates, not just sales volume and low prices. At the same time, keep the purchase voucher and test report. Once the product is found to be “fake anti-aging”, protect the rights in time and reduce losses.
In addition, proper laying and maintenance can also extend the service life of grass proof non-woven fabrics. Before laying, the ground should be cleaned of gravel and weeds to ensure a smooth surface. The overlap width should be maintained at 20-25cm and fixed with U-shaped nails (no less than 6 per square meter); Regular inspections in the later stage, timely repair of damages, removal of soil and fallen leaves on the cloth surface, and avoidance of rodent bites.
Finally, I would like to remind everyone that the anti grass non-woven fabric will rot in half a year, not because the outdoor environment is too harsh, but because counterfeit goods are rampant. In the face of mixed products on the market, as long as you remember “not greedy for low prices, carefully look at indicators, and do a good job in testing”, you can avoid the trap of “false anti-aging”, and select high-quality grass proof non-woven fabrics that can really be used for 3-5 years, making planting easier and more efficient.
Dongguan Liansheng Non woven Technology Co., Ltd. was established in May 2020. It is a large-scale non-woven fabric production enterprise integrating research and development, production, and sales. It can produce various colors of PP spunbond non-woven fabrics with a width of less than 3.2 meters from 9 grams to 300 grams.
Post time: Apr-22-2026