• About Us
  • Products & Services
    • Erosion Control
      • Silt Fence
      • Erosion Blankets
      • Turf Reinforcement Mat
      • Wattles and Logs
      • Check Dams
      • Hydromulch
      • Additives
      • Ground Transition
      Geosynthetics
      • Woven Geotextiles
      • Nonwoven Geotextiles
      • High Strength Geotextiles and Geogrid
      • Gabions
      • Liners and Composites
      • Geocells
      Stormwater
      • Pipe
      • Detention & Filtration Systems
      • Inlet Protection
      • Porous Paving Systems
      • Turbidity Curtains
      • Dewatering Devices
      • Drainage Solutions
      Landscaping
      • Seed
      • Landscape Chemicals
      • Landscape Fabric
      • Edging
      • Hardscape
      • Synthetic Turf
      Fence Products
      • Chain Link Fence
      • Barrier Fence
      • Field Fence
      • Fence Screen
      • Sand Fence
      Accessories & Other Products
      • Paint and Tape
      • Tools
      • Concrete Mix
      • Compliance
  • Portfolio
    • Energy
    • Heavy Civil
    • Government
    • Environmental Restoration
    • Commercial
    • Residential
  • Blog
  • Resources
  • Contact Us
    • Careers
Search
START TYPING AND PRESS ENTER TO SEARCH
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Products & Services
    • Geosynthetics
      • Nonwoven Geotextiles
      • Woven Geotextiles
      • High Strength Geotextiles & Geogrid
      • Liners and Composites
      • Gabion Baskets
      • Geocells
    • Erosion and Sediment Control
      • Silt Fence
      • Erosion Blankets
      • Turf Reinforcement Mat
      • Hydromulch
      • Additives
      • Check Dams
      • Wattles and Logs
      • Mats and Ground Transition
    • Stormwater Management
      • Pipe
      • Inlet Protection
      • Detention & Filtration Systems
      • Dewatering Devices
      • Drainage Solutions
      • Turbidity Curtains
      • Porous Paving Systems & Cells
    • Accessories & Other Products
      • Concrete Mix
      • Tools
      • Paint and Tape
      • Compliance
    • Landscaping
      • Seed
      • Turf and Ornamental Products
      • Synthetic Turf
      • Landscape Edging
      • Hardscape Products
      • Landscape Fabric
    • Installation Services
    • Fence Products
      • Barrier Fence
      • Chain Link Fence
      • Fence Screen
      • Field Fence
      • Sand Fence
  • Portfolio
    • Energy
    • Environmental Restoration
    • Heavy Civil
    • Commercial
    • Residential
    • Government
  • Resources
  • Blog
  • Contact
    • Careers
    • Contact Us
  • Resources
Search

Blog

Compare Straw Wattles, Silt Sock and Curlex Logs

Compare Our Top Erosion Control Wattles Straw Wattles, Excelsior Logs and Compost Filter Silt Sock are three of the most popular erosion control wattles. Wattles…

September 12th, 2022
EarthGuard Hydraulic Mulch

Why Should You Hydroseed with EarthGuard Hydraulic Mulch? Hydraulic Mulch delivers widespread erosion control and vegetation. When you need superior erosion control protection on steep…

July 25th, 2022
Curlex vs. Straw

Evaluating Curlex® and Straw Fibers for Erosion Control Blankets Straw and Curlex® fibers are two common fibers for erosion control blankets. Each fiber type has…

January 10th, 2022
Erosion Control Matting

What is Erosion Control Matting? Erosion control matting is a rolled erosion control product, also known as an erosion control blanket. Rolled erosion control products…

October 5th, 2021
Upgrade Backyard Landscapes

Five Products to Upgrade Your Backyard Landscape This Fall A well-manicured front yard gives you curb appeal but a backyard landscape is equally and sometimes…

August 24th, 2021
Customize Temporary Fence

Temporary fence creates a non-permanent perimeter around construction sites. Examples of temporary fences include silt fence, chain link fence, barrier fence and welded wire fence….

May 17th, 2021
Presto Geosystems Now Available at Colonial Construction Materials

New Manufacture Announcement: Now Supplying Presto Geosystems Our entire team at Colonial Construction Materials is thrilled to announce that we are now supplying Presto Geosystems…

April 19th, 2021
Permeable Paving Solutions

Managing stormwater is a critical concern for municipalities, engineers and developers. As our communities grow and develop, naturally permeable surfaces like grass and gravel are…

February 17th, 2021
4 Ways to Use Compost Filter Sock

Silt Sock controls runoff and erosion on construction projects Compost Filter Silt Sock is an erosion control wattle that is filled with a wood matrix…

January 14th, 2021
Geotextiles Support Chesapeake Bay Restoration Project

Restoring the Chesapeake Bay’s Poplar Island An environmental restoration project in the Chesapeake Bay is bringing Poplar Island back to its natural state. Years of…

November 18th, 2020
Green Parking Case Study

Before you can build a road or parking lot you have to start with a solid foundation. A stable foundation is especially important for green…

October 28th, 2020
Inlet Protection Product Guide

Stormwater solutions for construction sites Inlet protection devices trap and filter sediment laden runoff in order to prevent pollutants from contaminating the stormwater system. They…

October 7th, 2020
Hydroseeding 101

Hydroseeding Basics for Contractors and Landscapers Hydroseeding is a method of hydraulically applying grass seed and hydromulch. You can hydroseed lawns, slopes, residential developments, highway…

August 31st, 2020
Fall Seeding in the Mid-Atlantic

Construction sites need to be seeded throughout the entire year. Even during the Winter, contractors are required to vegetate recently disturbed ground. Some seasons, however,…

August 13th, 2020
How to Prepare Your Site for Hurricane Season

The Atlantic Hurricane Season starts on June 1 and ends on November 30. Each year forecasters make their predictions about the severity the upcoming storm…

July 31st, 2020
How to Select the Right Silt Fence For Your Site

Silt Fence fabric is a requirement for most construction sites in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. This temporary fence filters stormwater runoff and retains sediment on…

July 20th, 2020
Coastal Erosion Solutions

Coastal erosion is a constant battle for shore communities and oceanfront developers. Wind, waves and sea level rise erodes coastlines and threatens the survivability of…

July 1st, 2020
Erosion Control for Residential Construction

Residential Erosion Control Products for New Home Construction Erosion control can be challenging on any construction site. Mitigating erosion on residential construction projects, however, comes…

June 12th, 2020
Sustainable Landscaping: What, Why and How to Start

What is sustainable landscaping? Defined simply, sustainable landscaping is a modern way of gardening or landscaping that seeks to put the environment first with minimal…

May 28th, 2020
What is a retention pond?

Retention Pond: Definition and Purpose Retention ponds are permanent artificial ponds that store excess runoff. A retention pond is known by several different names: retention…

May 14th, 2020
COVID-19: Our Response and Reaction

COVID-19 and the Construction Industry COVID-19 has had an incredible impact on our global health and economy. After weeks of stay-at-home orders and business closures,…

April 30th, 2020
Three Keys for Success on Mid-Atlantic Solar Construction Projects

2022 Update Clean Energy Goals Bolster Solar Construction in the U.S. Enthusiasm for renewable energy is strong in the United States. States and private companies…

April 16th, 2020
Spring Seeding in the Mid-Atlantic: How to get results in the Transition Zone

Spring Seeding | 2022 Update Everywhere you look Spring seeding has begun. Landscapers are overseeding lawns and contractors are seeding construction sites. While the methods…

April 2nd, 2020
Green Infrastructure Solutions and Benefits

What is Green Infrastructure? Throughout our country, cities are implementing environmentally sustainable solutions to manage stormwater runoff. Green infrastructure is a water management strategy that…

March 18th, 2020
A Comprehensive Guide to Synthetic Turf

Artificial Grass: A Turf Alternative If lawn maintenance is wearing your budget and patience thin, it’s time to consider alternative turf options. For some, the…

March 3rd, 2020
Biaxial Geogrid: History, Properties and Applications

What is geogrid? Geogrid is a geosynthetic product used for stabilization and reinforcement in Civil Construction. Geogrids are classified as a type of geosynthetic because…

February 18th, 2020
Five Must Know Tips Before You Buy Ice Melt

Next time you need Ice Melt, you might want to think twice. Wholesalers, grocery stores and hardware stores all sell deicers that are packaged to…

February 6th, 2020

Need Help? We’re Here To Answer All of Your Site-Work Questions

Colonial Construction Materials logo

Richmond Office

1071 Merchants Lane
P.O. Box 333
Oilville, Va 23129
800-436-6287

Virginia Beach Office

2432 Bowland Parkway
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
757-486-1515

Privacy Statement

© Copyright 2022 Colonial Construction Materials, LLC. All Rights Reserved.