Coir Logs from Salike®: sustainable erosion control and shade for soil

As the world leans toward eco-friendly solutions, gardeners, landscapers, engineers, and environmental planners are looking for sustainable alternatives to plastic and harmful peat-based products. Enter coir logs — biodegradable, peat‑free, and made entirely from coir: the natural fibre from coconut husks. If you’re new to coir logs, here’s what you need to know.

What are coir logs?
Coir logs are cylindrical rolls crafted from densely packed coir fibre, often contained in a biodegradable coir netting (at times pp netting). They’re a powerful tool for erosion control, bioengineering, soil stabilisation, and plant support in natural ponds, embankments, stream banks, and roadside verges.

How are coir logs crafted?
Coir is a natural and biodegradable resource that is derived from the dust and fibres of the coconut husk – what would otherwise be discarded. A sustainable by-product of the coconut industry, this coir is washed, compressed, and used to make a variety of products. In making coir logs, the coir is wrapped in netting and filled with natural coir fiber that breaks down naturally over time.

Key benefits:

Eco‑friendly erosion control: coir logs stabilise soil, slowing runoff and protecting disturbed slopes, river bank and shoreline protection—all while decomposing into healthy organic matter.
Moisture retention: the high water‑holding capacity of coir helps retain soil moisture at the root level and supports nearby plantings.
Habitat-friendly: as nature reclaims the log, seeds, and native plants establish more easily.No sharp edges or toxic materials, making them safe for ecological areas. Unlike many alternatives, coir logs nurture biodiversity.
Peat and plastic‑free: Coir logs avoid plastic geotextiles and harmful peat, making them ideal for green infrastructure and eco‑conscious landscaping.
Versatile landscaping: Use them along pond edges, terraces, garden slopes, or as living borders—they can be shaped and layered.

Usage Tips:
Install coir logs in trenches on slopes or embankments, secure with stakes or wooden pegs, then backfill with soil and seeds. Water thoroughly after installation. Over time, roots will weave through the decomposing log, creating a living, natural barrier that eventually blends into the landscape.

Why choose Salike® coir logs?

At Salike®, our coir logs are responsibly sourced and sustainably produced. Our coir logs are available in a range of sizes, including in: 30cm X 3m, 30cmX1m, 40cmX1m, and 50cmX1m. You can take your pick here: https://salike.co.uk/product/salike-coir-logs-coir-rolls/

Salike® coir logs are known for their exceptional durability, versatility, and eco-friendly design.

Whether you’re restoring a riverbank or creating an eco‑friendly garden edge, Salike coir logs exemplify functional sustainability, enriching soil and supporting plant life while preserving the planet.

For more information or trade queries, contact us: https://salike.co.uk/contact-us/

Choose Salike® coir logs—nature’s answer to erosion control.