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5% Summer Discount Code to Use Across the Store Until the End of Summer
From 21 July until 1 September 2026, use the code SUN5 at checkout for 5% off everything at Root Barrier Store
Root Barrier Store
NEWS
20th July 2026
Proludic’s Ongoing Commitment to a Greener Future
Proludic’s environmental approach is rooted in a simple but powerful belief: the places where children play should help protect the world they will inherit. Proludic recognises that every decision, from the materials used in construction to the vehicles used on a daily basis, has an impact: improving resource efficiency with recycled materials in
Proludic Play & Sports Areas
NEWS
16th July 2026
New irrigation troubleshooting guide for Smart Irrigation Month
Waterscapes, the UK specialist in commercial irrigation systems and water feature maintenance, has published a practical troubleshooting guide to help facilities and estates teams diagnose the irrigation faults that surface in high summer. The guide arrives as the industry marks Smart Irrigation Month, the annual July campaign promoting
Waterscapes Ltd
NEWS
14th July 2026
Fitzpatrick Woolmer announces Royal Warrant appointment
Fitzpatrick Woolmer has been granted a Royal Warrant as Manufacturer of Signs and Wayfinding. This is an extraordinary milestone for our business and one that means a great deal to everyone here
Fitzpatrick Woolmer
NEWS
6th July 2026

Featured this month

Warland cycle shelter - mild steel outdoor bike storage
Warland Cycle Shelter is a galvanised steel outdoor bike shelter designed for schools, workplaces, residential and communal spaces. Made to order with configurable capacity options and surface or root-fixing installation: multi-bike cycle shelter; galvanised steel construction; open shelter design for easy access and use; can be fixed above ground
Bow top steel fencing for infant school, Surrey
Shottermill Infant School in Surrey provides primary education for children aged five to seven and sits by a lane and local green space. With regular pedestrian and vehicle movement around the site, the school required a secure and clearly defined steel fence. The school’s priority was to prevent unauthorised entry during and outside of school
Warrior-1 - Sold Secure vertical single bike locker
Warrior 1 vertical single bike locker by BikeAway is a secure bicycle storage unit made from galvanised steel, designed for outdoor environments. Sold Secure Pedal Cycle Diamond and Secure by Design accredited, it features a patented locking system, reinforced structure, and is supplied fully assembled for straightforward installation
Why you need clover in modern greenspaces
For decades, clover has been treated as an unwelcome weed to spray out but Germinal Amenity expert Sandy Pentecost explains why clover today is much more than an eco friendly add on for landscape projects. Why you need clover in modern greenspaces Greenspace management is evolving with projects requiring lawns that are low-maintenance
Bespoke stainless steel furniture for Olympic House, Belfast
ESF designed and delivered architectural, high-spec street furniture solutions to the Olympic House project at Titanic Quarter near the shipyards in Belfast.. Products supplied included stainless steel tree grilles with watering apertures, custom profile design planters and stainless-steel bollards. Karen Lowry, Sales Director for Environmental
Rainham Hall Limestone Paving - National Trust outdoor paving slabs
Rainham Hall paving is made from mid-grey limestone with a lightly tumbled, antique finish and sawn edges. Designed for outdoor use in patios, paths, balconies, and pool areas. Inspired by the historic Rainham Hall, slabs create a classic, timeless look and are available in mixed packs and single-size options: mid-grey limestone paving slabs with
Canvas Range - recycled plastic straight and curved benches
Canvas is a collection of modern outdoor straight and curved benches, and a picnic table made from 100% recycled plastic. Canvas products are suited to urban streetscapes, parks, schools and public spaces. They are weather resistant, low maintenance and highly durable. Colour and configuration options support flexible design and layout
WAY2GO - outdoor digital totem / monolith signs
The WAY2GO single-sided wayfinding digital totem's primary function is to broadcast information and advertisements, with the ability to update content remotely. Screen sizes: 32", 43" and 55". IP67-rated screen; high bright 3500-4000 NIT display; vandalism-safe with IK10 level protection; smart brightness control
Recycled plastic waste / recycling bins
Recycled plastic litter bins with galvanised liners are supplied fully assembled in two designs for litter disposal, material recycling and making compost: Box litter bin, with or without a fixed top; steel-framed as single, double or triple recycling bins with or without fixed tops. Capacities range from 100 to 330 litres. Made from 100% recycled plastic
Reno Mattress Plus - stone-filled riverbank erosion control mattress
Reno Mattress Plus from Maccaferri is a stone-filled riverbank erosion control mattress. Traditional river bank protection made with loose stones (rip-rap) requires a thick layer of material to be effective. This is because the rip-rap stones are not confined and the layers cannot be accurately placed, resulting in higher stone consumption with an
Fordham - recycled steel and reclaimed hardwood seating
Fordham seating is made from reclaimed hardwood timber and recycled steel for outdoor use in parks, residential and commercial spaces. 3, 4, or 5-person bench or seat, with options for timber backrests and steel armrests. Each bench is made using FSC-certified reclaimed tropical hardwoods and triple process PPC steelwork: outdoor bench and seat
BC Pedestals - adjustable plastic decking supports for terraces and patios
BC pedestals for paving and decking are adjustable and versatile. A new method of spacer tabs separates pavers and decking and allows adequate water run-off for the application. The spacer tabs can rotate 360° with 20 location points on the head of the pedestal which makes the system uniquely flexible. 80% recycled and 100% recyclable
GRAMM SmogStop - air and noise pollution barrier
GRAMM SmogStop - the world's first approved air quality barrier - reduces air and noise pollution levels in surrounding neighbourhoods, and takes a two-pronged approach to reducing air pollution from major roads, highways and railways. The patented aerodynamic design reduces pollution levels by enhancing dispersion so that neighbouring residents
New Mitred Headwall Range
Althon mitred headwalls for pipework up to and including 600mm are fibre reinforced precast concrete open inlets allowing surface water runoff to enter SUDS features, or to act as an outlet or overflow. The profile of the inlet 1:3 (18 Degrees) is the same as the surrounding ground in accordance with guidelines for the construction and adoption of
Rethinking outdoor seating for schools with Rosenlund street furniture
Create relaxed, social outdoor spaces at schools with Rosenlund modular outdoor furniture from HAGS Classroom environments are structured, prescriptive and forward-facing – and for good reason. But breaktimes call for something different. The Rosenlund seating range from HAGS has been developed with that contrast in mind, offering a more natural
Moleanos limestone paving for private residence - London
CED manufactured and supplied over 280 different sizes of Moleanos limestone paving for a private residence in London, which had to be produced, sandblasted and acid-washed for the design. Coping, cladding and risers were also required in numerous different sizes. In total, more than 700 pieces were produced for the project, which was completed on time
StormChannel™ - heavy-duty precast concrete slot drain
StormChannel™ is a heavy-duty precast concrete slot drain system designed to manage surface water run-off. It is intended for use in roads, motorways, car parks, industrial, commercial and residential areas. The product is supplied in two main types: bullnose kerb slot drain: includes a linear slot drain and a profiled oblong drainage channel
Clearstone® PrismStone - decorative wayfinding surfacing
Clearstone’s PrismStone system enables designers and landscapers to incorporate graphics, patterns and wayfinding signage into high-quality porous, decorative surfacing. Based on Clearstone’s technology, PrismStone combines a custom colour palette with intricate computer design, enabling striking designs to be recreated within a high-performing
Easthorpe - contemporary semi-circular steel-framed timber seat
Contemporary semi-circular steel-framed timber seat available in a range of finishes, and manufactured to any required dimension. Timber slatted tops with heavy-duty mild steel frame, galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:2022. Available root-fixed or baseplated. Optional armrests. External dia 3200mm; internal dia 2020mm; width 590mm; height 860mm
Timber canopy with green roof for NHS wellbeing garden - St James Hospital
Handspring designed, manufactured and installed a timber-framed shelter with a wildflower green roof as the centerpiece for a wellbeing garden for staff at St James Hospital in Leeds. UK-grown FSC-certified Douglas Fir timber was used for the frame, traditionally jointed and draw dowelled. The roof includes drain chains. This is one of a number of
Sheffield cycle stands with Sold Secure locking points
VELOPA cycle stands have the option of a locking point to give cyclists an improved method to secure their bikes. When the locking point plate is added to any Sheffield-style cycle stand supplied by AUTOPA it achieves both SS104:2020 - Diamond (Bicycle) and SS105:2012 - Gold (Security Posts), and is approved by Sold Secure
Kellen Breccia - washed concrete paving with CERO
Kellen Breccia is an exclusive, architecturally-refined concrete paver featuring a top layer of carefully-selected 100% stone aggregates free from sand and pigments, available in combination with CERO, which utilises geopolymer technology to deliver CO2 from just 7.3kg per m2. It provides all the environmental benefits of replacing the core
George & Dragon - lightweight fibreglass fountain
The George & Dragon water tank features the medieval legend of George slaying a dragon to rescue an innocent maiden, with the date 1776. Made from fibreglass, it can be personalised with bespoke initials, dates or crests. The back plate rests on the top of the tank and needs to be secured against a wall or fence for additional support
A Landmark Playground Opens at Stockton Waterfront Urban Park
After years of planning, collaboration and innovative design development, Stockton Waterfront Urban Park is now open, marking a major milestone in one of the North East’s most significant regeneration schemes. Designed in partnership with Ryder Architecture and Timberplay Ltd, the £23 million transformation reconnects Stockton High Street with the
Natural Log Bench (CP-NLB)
Natural log benches offer a unique and totally natural seating alternative to modern benches often found in playgrounds and other outdoor spaces. Set just above ground level, it is accessible by children of all ages and ideal for a woodland outdoor nursery or forest school, as well as traditional playgrounds. Caledonia Play can create the size of