TERRA & DURA MESH WALLS
TerraMesh and DuraMesh Walls are reinforced earth retaining systems designed to stabilise slopes, support embankments, and provide long-lasting erosion protection. Using a combination of steel mesh facing and geogrid reinforcement, these systems create strong, flexible retaining structures that integrate naturally into the environment.
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Unlike traditional retaining systems that rely heavily on rock or engineered backfill, TerraMesh and DuraMesh Walls use compactible topsoil as the primary fill material. This allows the structure to establish a green, vegetated face, delivering both engineering performance and environmental benefit.
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These wall systems are widely used in civil and environmental engineering projects where a natural, green, stabilised finish is preferred over hard structural solutions.
TerraMesh and DuraMesh provide reliable stability, improved aesthetics, and long-term resilience for slopes, embankments, waterways, and infrastructure sites.
How It Works
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TerraMesh and DuraMesh Walls function by combining double-twisted steel mesh facing with high-strength geogrid reinforcement laid back into engineered fill. As the wall is constructed in layers, each compacted lift of soil mechanically interlocks with the geogrid, forming a reinforced earth mass capable of resisting earth pressure, settlement, and seismic movement.
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The mesh face of both systems retains the soil while allowing vegetation to establish through the structure, creating a stable, natural, planted finish. DuraMesh offers a heavier-duty mesh alternative for higher load conditions or where increased face strength is required, while TerraMesh provides a versatile green-face option ideal for most civil and environmental applications.
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This flexible, reinforced earth approach distributes loads evenly, adapts to differential ground movement, and performs far better in dynamic conditions than rigid retaining systems such as concrete or block walls.
Applications
TerraMesh and DuraMesh Walls are commonly used for:
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Road and highway embankments – Supporting steep batters, preventing slips, and providing reinforced, resilient slopes.
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Rail corridors – Stabilising cut and fill slopes while maintaining a green, natural finish.
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Culvert headwalls – Creating reinforced, vegetated retaining structures that blend into the environment.
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Slip repairs – Rebuilding failed slopes using reinforced earth to restore long-term stability.
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Farm access tracks and terraces – Forming stable platforms on uneven or soft terrain.
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River and stream margins – Constructing reinforced, vegetated banks where rock armoring is unsuitable or where a softer, green-face solution is preferred.
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Infrastructure developments – Retaining walls for subdivisions, utilities, commercial earthworks, and other built environments requiring strong but flexible retaining systems.
Integration with Other Methods
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TerraMesh and DuraMesh Walls are often integrated with additional erosion-control and stabilisation measures to enhance performance and longevity.
Geotextiles or drainage layers may be installed behind the structure to manage groundwater and prevent hydrostatic pressure. Hydroseeding, native planting, or live-staked vegetation can be added to establish a strong, natural green face over time.
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In higher-energy environments, such as near waterways or steep embankments, rock armoring, toe protection, or scour control systems may be incorporated at the base of the wall to resist erosion and protect the structure.
This combined approach delivers both engineered strength and long-term environmental benefit, ensuring the wall performs reliably under changing conditions.
Advantages
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Flexibility – Adapts to settlement, differential movement, and seismic activity without cracking or structural failure.
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Natural Aesthetic – Supports full vegetation growth, creating a green, visually blended finish that integrates with the landscape.
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Strength & Stability – Geogrid reinforcement forms a high-capacity retaining structure capable of withstanding significant earth pressures.
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Cost-Effective – Uses locally sourced engineered fill instead of concrete or imported materials, reducing construction costs.
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Environmentally Friendly – Minimises hard-engineering footprint and enhances habitat value through a vegetated, living face.
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Long Lifespan – Corrosion-resistant mesh and high-strength geogrid deliver durable, long-term performance in demanding environments.
