Frost Cloth – 1.8m x 100m Commercial Roll (50GSM)

The 1.8m x 100m Frost Cloth roll is a professional-grade thermal barrier designed to protect high-value crops, nursery stock, and sensitive garden displays from damaging frost. With a heavy-duty 50GSM weight, this fabric provides superior insulation by trapping radiant ground heat, effectively raising the ambient temperature beneath the cover by 2°C to 5°C. This added warmth is critical for preventing cellular damage in plants during the coldest months of the year.

Engineered for durability in Australian conditions, this frost cloth is fully UV stabilised to resist degradation from sunlight. The material is breathable, allowing for essential air exchange and moisture penetration while preventing frost from settling directly on the foliage. For the most effective thermal protection, the cloth should be suspended using hoops or frames to create an insulating air pocket, ensuring the fabric does not touch the plants directly.

Key Features and Benefits

• High-Density Thermal Protection: The 50GSM fabric provides a thick insulating layer that retains nighttime heat, offering a significant temperature buffer against moderate to heavy frosts.
• Professional 1.8m Width: This versatile width is ideal for covering standard nursery benches, wide garden rows, or creates a substantial canopy when draped over support structures.
• Light and Air Permeable: Maintains plant health by allowing sunlight and fresh air to reach the crop, preventing the heat-stress and rot often associated with plastic covers.
• Industrial Longevity: Resistant to rot, fungus, and common horticultural chemicals, this UV-stabilised material is designed to be cleaned, stored, and reused for many years.
• Easy Fabrication: The non-fray, non-woven structure is easy to cut to specific lengths and can be sewn to create custom covers, jackets, or bags for individual specimen plants.

Technical Specifications

• Width: 1.80 Metres
• Length: 100 Metres
• Weight: 50GSM (Heavy Duty)
• Material: UV Stabilised Polypropylene
• Thermal Gain: Approx. 2°C to 5°C increase

Installation & Best Practice

To maximize the life of your plants and the performance of the frost cloth, follow these guidelines:

• Suspension is Essential: For best results, use hoops or a frame to keep the cloth from touching the foliage. This prevents "bridge-freezing," where cold is transferred directly through the fabric to the leaf surface.
• Ground Sealing: Secure the edges of the cloth to the ground using heavy-duty pegs or sandbags. This ensures that the rising heat from the earth is trapped within the covered area.
• Seasonal Care: On unseasonably warm days, ensure the ends of the runs are opened to allow for ventilation and prevent excessive heat build-up.

Ideal Applications

• Commercial Nurseries: Protecting delicate tubestock, tropicals, and seedlings on outdoor benches or pads.
• Vegetable Production: Shielding winter crops like brassicas, leafy greens, and early-season tomatoes from cold snaps.
• Orchards & Vineyards: Providing targeted protection for young trees and vines in frost-prone gullies.
• Landscaping: Temporary protection for newly installed, frost-sensitive hedges and ornamental features.

FAQs

Can I water through the 50GSM frost cloth?
Yes. The material is porous, allowing rain and overhead irrigation to pass through. However, it is recommended to water during the day so that leaves are dry before the temperature drops at night.

Is this non-toxic to my plants?
Absolutely. The material is chemically resistant and non-toxic, making it safe for use on all varieties of plants, including edible crops.

How should I store the roll in the off-season?
Ensure the cloth is clean and completely dry before rolling it back onto the core. Store it in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight to maximize the life of the UV stabilisers.

Where is this product manufactured?
This high-quality 50GSM Frost Cloth is a professional horticultural product designed to meet the rigorous standards of the Australian industry.