{"product_id":"lightweight-ground-protection-mats","title":"Lightweight Ground Protection Mats – 5 Tonne Boards for Lawns, Events \u0026 Temporary Access","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:900px;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 12px;line-height:1.25;\"\u003eKeep lawns, pitches and event sites rut-free: lay it, use it, lift it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.08em;margin:0 0 20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurfGuard Pro™ lightweight ground protection boards\u003c\/strong\u003e give you an instant, non-slip route over grass and soft ground. Lay them by hand in minutes, then walk, wheel or drive light vehicles across them. When the job's done, lift them away and the ground is just as you found it. No ruts, no mud, no re-turfing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(130px,1fr));gap:10px;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px 10px;text-align:center;border-radius:8px;background:rgba(24,132,60,0.08);border:1px solid rgba(24,132,60,0.25);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:1.6em;font-weight:700;color:#18843c;line-height:1.2;\"\u003e5 tonne\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:0.85em;\"\u003esuggested working load\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px 10px;text-align:center;border-radius:8px;background:rgba(24,132,60,0.08);border:1px solid rgba(24,132,60,0.25);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:1.6em;font-weight:700;color:#18843c;line-height:1.2;\"\u003e2.64 m²\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:0.85em;\"\u003ecovered by each board\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px 10px;text-align:center;border-radius:8px;background:rgba(24,132,60,0.08);border:1px solid rgba(24,132,60,0.25);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:1.6em;font-weight:700;color:#18843c;line-height:1.2;\"\u003e24 kg\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:0.85em;\"\u003etwo-person lift\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px 10px;text-align:center;border-radius:8px;background:rgba(24,132,60,0.08);border:1px solid rgba(24,132,60,0.25);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:1.6em;font-weight:700;color:#18843c;line-height:1.2;\"\u003eNo tools\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:0.85em;\"\u003eand no groundworks\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.9em;opacity:0.8;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003eSupplied to landscapers, event teams, councils, schools and sports clubs across the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eWhy buyers choose TurfGuard Pro\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style:none;padding:0;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0 0 12px 28px;position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute;left:0;color:#18843c;font-weight:700;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStops ruts, mud and compaction.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each board spreads the weight of feet, wheels and light machinery over 2.64 m², so the grass underneath recovers instead of churning up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0 0 12px 28px;position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute;left:0;color:#18843c;font-weight:700;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo people, no machinery.\u003c\/strong\u003e At about 24 kg, each board is an easy two-person lift using the moulded handholds. You don't need a machine or any tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0 0 12px 28px;position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute;left:0;color:#18843c;font-weight:700;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip in the wet.\u003c\/strong\u003e A raised diamond tread on top gives sure footing and tyre grip in the rain. The smooth underside sits flat on lawns and indoor floors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0 0 12px 28px;position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute;left:0;color:#18843c;font-weight:700;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexes with the ground.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tough, flexible polyethylene follows dips and bumps without cracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0 0 12px 28px;position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute;left:0;color:#18843c;font-weight:700;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutlasts plywood.\u003c\/strong\u003e Won't rot, split, splinter or soak up water. Hose them down, stack them and use them again on the next job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0 0 0 28px;position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute;left:0;color:#18843c;font-weight:700;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecyclable.\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from 100% recyclable polyethylene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eWhat can go on them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 10px;padding:14px 16px;border-left:4px solid #18843c;border-radius:6px;background:rgba(24,132,60,0.07);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#18843c;\"\u003e✓ Ideal for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFoot traffic and crowds · wheelbarrows, sack trucks and equipment trolleys · pushchairs and wheelchairs · ride-on mowers and garden machinery · golf buggies and ATVs\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 10px;padding:14px 16px;border-left:4px solid #b54708;border-radius:6px;background:rgba(181,71,8,0.07);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#b54708;\"\u003e✓ Suitable on firm, level ground\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCars, small vans and compact tractors. Lay the boards two wide and drive slowly.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 32px;padding:14px 16px;border-left:4px solid #b42318;border-radius:6px;background:rgba(180,35,24,0.07);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#b42318;\"\u003e✗ Choose a heavier mat for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHGVs, loaded tractors and trailers, dumpers, excavators and other tracked plant, or any vehicle crossing soft, waterlogged ground. Step up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/medium-duty-ground-protection-mats\" style=\"color:#18843c;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTurfShield Plus (15 tonne)\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/heavy-duty-ground-protection-mats\" style=\"color:#18843c;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLoadMaster Pro (60 tonne)\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eWhere to use them\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(240px,1fr));gap:12px;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px;border-radius:8px;border:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGardens and landscaping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:0.95em;\"\u003eBarrow soil, turf and paving across the lawn without wrecking it. Ideal for patio, fencing and garden-room jobs.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px;border-radius:8px;border:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeddings, marquees and events\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:0.95em;\"\u003eWalkways, marquee and gazebo floors, bar and stage areas. Guests' heels and shoes stay out of the mud.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px;border-radius:8px;border:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrounds maintenance and tree surgery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:0.95em;\"\u003eSafe access for mowers, barrows and stump grinders on estates, parks and golf courses.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px;border-radius:8px;border:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSports clubs and schools\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:0.95em;\"\u003eProtect pitches and playing fields during fixtures, sports days, fêtes and maintenance work.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px;border-radius:8px;border:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding and renovation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:0.95em;\"\u003eClean, stable routes for trades across gardens, plus temporary floor protection indoors during works.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:16px;border-radius:8px;border:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarms, yards and utilities\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:0.95em;\"\u003eMuddy gateways and yard walkways, plus temporary access for inspections and repairs on verges and parkland.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003eHow many boards do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eUse the calculator at the top of this page, or go by these common jobs. The figures count whole boards laid in a grid, so both the length and the width are fully covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:2px solid #18843c;\"\u003eYour job\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:right;padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:2px solid #18843c;\"\u003eBoards\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003e10m garden path (1.1m wide)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right;padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:700;\"\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003e25m access route (1.1m wide)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right;padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:700;\"\u003e11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003e50m event walkway (1.1m wide)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right;padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:700;\"\u003e21\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003e24m car or van track (two boards wide, 2.2m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right;padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:700;\"\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003e3m × 6m gazebo or work area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right;padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:700;\"\u003e9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003e6m × 12m marquee floor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right;padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:700;\"\u003e30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.95em;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e for paths, lay the boards end to end. For vehicles, lay two side by side so both sets of wheels stay on the boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 32px;padding:14px 16px;border-left:4px solid #18843c;border-radius:6px;background:rgba(24,132,60,0.07);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDon't forget connectors.\u003c\/strong\u003e On vehicle routes, join your boards with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ground-protection-mat-connectors\" style=\"color:#18843c;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2-way and 4-way connectors\u003c\/a\u003e (bolts and washers included) so they can't creep apart. Use 4-way connectors where four corners meet and 2-way connectors along the edges.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:600;width:42%;\"\u003eBoard size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003e2.4m × 1.1m × 10mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:600;\"\u003eCoverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003e2.64 m² per board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:600;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003eApprox. 24 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:600;\"\u003eSuggested working load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003eUp to 5 tonnes (depends on ground conditions)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:600;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003eTough, flexible polyethylene, 100% recyclable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:600;\"\u003eTop surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003eRaised diamond anti-slip tread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:600;\"\u003eUnderside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003eSmooth, for lawns and indoor floors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:600;\"\u003eHandling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003eMoulded handholds, two-person lift\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:600;\"\u003eFixing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003eCorner holes for ground pins or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ground-protection-mat-connectors\" style=\"color:#18843c;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2-way \/ 4-way connectors\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);font-weight:600;\"\u003eUse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(127,127,127,0.25);\"\u003eIndoor and outdoor, reusable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003ePro tips for the best results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 32px;padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eClear away sharp stones and debris, and lay the boards on reasonably level ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eButt the boards tightly together. On vehicle routes, secure the corners with ground pins or our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ground-protection-mat-connectors\" style=\"color:#18843c;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2-way and 4-way connectors\u003c\/a\u003e so the boards don't creep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eDrive slowly, and avoid sharp turns or wheelspin on the boards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eOn longer jobs in warm weather, lift or move the boards every few days so light and air reach the grass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter the job, hose the boards down and store them flat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the boards damage or mark my lawn?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eNo. They spread the load to prevent ruts and compaction. On short jobs the grass recovers quickly. On longer jobs in warm weather, lift or move the boards every few days so the turf doesn't yellow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I drive a car or van on them?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eYes, on firm, level ground and within the 5-tonne working load. Lay the boards two wide and drive slowly. For soft or waterlogged ground, or regular vehicle traffic, choose \u003ca href=\"\/products\/medium-duty-ground-protection-mats\" style=\"color:#18843c;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTurfShield Plus\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre they slippery when wet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eThe raised diamond tread is designed to grip in wet weather, both underfoot and under tyres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use them indoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003eYes. The smooth underside makes them suitable as temporary flooring for sports halls and venues, and for floor protection during renovation work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:18px 20px;border-radius:8px;background:rgba(24,132,60,0.08);border:1px solid rgba(24,132,60,0.25);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuying for a council, school, club, event company or contractor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCall \u003ca href=\"tel:01282270214\" style=\"color:#18843c;font-weight:700;\"\u003e01282 270214\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@grassmatsco.co.uk\" style=\"color:#18843c;font-weight:700;\"\u003esales@grassmatsco.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e (Mon–Fri, 8:30am–5pm) about bulk orders, reserving stock and scheduling delivery.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"grassmatsco.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"2.4m x 1.1m x 10mm","offer_id":56843364270415,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/1005\/3967\/files\/turfguard-pro-ground-protection-pathway-for-estate-maintenance-and-events.png?v=1768645013","url":"https:\/\/grassmatsco.co.uk\/products\/lightweight-ground-protection-mats","provider":"Grass Mats Co ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}