Straw bales are very versatile and have many uses. On construction sites, surface water management is essential to prevent sediment pollution and ultimately avoid prosecution and reputational damage. Straw bale barriers can be used to promote sheet flow and reduce runoff velocity, slowing down the process of erosion and improving water quality. Not only this, but straw can offer a good thermal insulation for new properties being built with a low environmental impact compared with other products used today.

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Straw bales work as temporary entrenched barriers, intercepting sediment-laden runoff and trapping sediment from small drainage areas. All whilst allowing water through. For more information on how you could be using Baled straw to manage runoff on your construction site check out our blog here.