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Ready to protect your job site and finished surfaces? Shop HDPE ground protection mats and add steel connectors as needed.
Mud mats for construction, landscaping and site access
Mud Mats & Ground Protection Mats for Any Job Site
Lightweight 0.75"* HDPE mats made from 100% recycled plastic. Lay them by hand, drive on them right away and build a temporary access road with no crane, no plywood and no ruts.
Where to buy
Sold through leading equipment and landscape suppliers
Ask for PrimaMat at SiteOne Landscape Supply and Ewing Outdoor Supply in the US, Vermeer Canada stores across Canada, and regional distributors. Or order online and pick up free at our warehouses in New Jersey, Texas and Ontario.
Ask for PrimaMat at your local branch
Ask for PrimaMat at your local branch
Ask at your local Vermeer Canada store
- Since 2009 supplying ground protection
- 3 warehouses Bridgewater NJ · Dallas TX · Concord ON
- 0.75" thick* recycled polyethylene mats
- 1 business day quote turnaround
Why use mud mats
Stop ruts before they start. Skip the restoration bill.
Every rut means re-grading, re-sodding or repaving after the job. PrimaMat mud mats spread the ground pressure of skid steers, mini excavators and trucks, so the lawn, turf or hardscape underneath survives.
Industries we serve
Ground Protection Mats by Industry
From construction mud mats and temporary access roads to turf protection and event flooring, PrimaMat HDPE mats distribute weight and add traction on soft, wet or uneven ground. Protect lawns, gravel and finished surfaces while crews, equipment and visitors keep moving.
Construction mud mats & access roads
Temporary access roads, staging areas and equipment pads for excavators, skid steers and trucks.
Landscaping & lawn protection
Get loaders and dumpers across finished lawns without ruts or re-sodding.
Hardscape & driveway protection
Shield pavers, asphalt and concrete from track marks, scrapes and cracks.
Pool & backyard construction access
Backyard access mats for pool builds, concrete pours and tight side yards.
Event flooring & stadiums
Temporary event flooring for stages, tents and equipment over fields and turf.
Golf course & sports turf
Turf protection mats that keep fairways, greens and pitches playable during maintenance.
Tree service & arborist access
Get chippers, stump grinders and lifts across lawns without damage.
Utility, industrial & farm access
Temporary work pads for tractors, trailers and utility crews on soft ground.
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PrimaMat vs. plywood, steel plates and other mud mats
Wet, rough terrain is no match for our ground protection mats. PrimaMat mud mats give you a stable, reusable surface for heavy equipment, crews and foot traffic, without the weight of steel plates or the rot of plywood.
| PrimaMat | Other mat brands | Plywood | Steel plates | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weight & handling | 1–2 people carry each mat; built-in handles | Fewer handles; either too flimsy or too rigid | Heavy and awkward, worse when wet | Needs a machine or crane to move |
| Build quality | Precision-moulded, consistent panels | Inferior moulding process | Varies sheet to sheet | Consistent, but very heavy |
| Water & weather | Won't rot, swell or rust | Can warp due to lack of thickness and material | Absorbs water, warps and rots | Rusts over time |
| Traction | Molded tread, single- or double-sided | Varies by brand | Slippery when wet or muddy | Slippery when wet |
| Surface protection | Spreads the load; safe on lawns, pavers and asphalt | Rubber versions don't protect against heavy equipment | Cracks under load and leaves ruts | Can scratch or crack hardscape |
| Uneven ground | Flexes to the ground without cracking | Can crack on uneven ground | Breaks and splinters | Rocks and shifts |
| Lifespan | Reused for years; customers still run 8-year-old mats | Shorter; cracking and warping | Often replaced after a few jobs | Long-lasting, but costly to haul |
| Material | 100% recycled polyethylene | Thinner plastic or rubber | Wood | Steel |
| Upfront cost | More than plywood; pays back through reuse | Pricier than plywood, with inferior moulding | Lowest | Highest; often rented |
Based on typical site use. Not sure which mat fits your load? Our team will help you choose.
Customer story
Eight years on the job and still going
“It's a little bit of an upfront cost, but compared to wet plywood, they handle great and they protect our ground, our surfaces, and asphalt driveways perfectly.”
“These mats are eight years old, as you can see, holding up amazing, and we just keep adding them.”
- 8 years same mats still in daily use
- 2–3 pallets bought as the business grew
- Lawns · pavers · asphalt surfaces protected on Baun job sites
Ground Protection Mat Calculator
How many mats do you need, and what will you save?
Enter your area and pick a mat to get your quantity. Add what you spend on plywood each year to see how quickly PrimaMat pays for itself.
Length × width in feet.
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PrimaMat cost (one time)
Enter your area, mat type and yearly plywood spend to see your numbers.
- Plywood (cumulative)
- PrimaMat (one-time)
- Your savings
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| Year | Plywood | PrimaMat | Savings |
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Estimate only. Assumes your PrimaMat mats are reused for the whole period (customers like Baun Landscapes still use 8-year-old mats). Excludes taxes, shipping and connectors.
Supply chain
Stocked in the US and Canada
Mats ship from three warehouses across North America, so your order starts close to your job site.
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Bridgewater, NJ
U.S. East Coast
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Dallas, TX
U.S. South & Central
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Concord, ON
Canada
Become a distributor
Dealers, retailers and rental yards: our sales team will walk you through the program details.
Distributor programGround protection guide
Everything you need to know about ground protection mats
Sizes, specs, industries and how PrimaMat compares to plywood, all in one place.
Plastic ground protection mats for any job site
100% recycled ground protection mats built for repeated passes, tough worksites, and year‑round use
- Eco-Friendly: Our ground mats are made of 100% recycled polyethylene, a smarter choice than plywood for repeated jobs and variable weather
- Durable: PrimaMat ground mats resist impact, fractures, UV light, corrosion and more
- Maneuverable: Our temporary ground protection mats are easy to put in place with built-in handles
- Simple to Use: PrimaMat plastic ground protection mats don't require heavy equipment for placement
PrimaMat ground mat sizes and specifications
Every PrimaMat is 0.75"* thick, made from recycled polyethylene, rated for 50–70 tons and ready for steel connectors.
| Model | Size | Weight | Handles | Texture |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4' × 8' Single-Sided | 4' × 8' | 94 lbs | 6 | Anti-slip top / smooth bottom |
| 4' × 8' Double-Sided | 4' × 8' | 94 lbs | 6 | Anti-slip top / strong grip bottom |
| 4' × 8' Yellow | 4' × 8' | 94 lbs | 6 | Anti-slip top / strong grip bottom |
| 3' × 8' Single-Sided | 3' × 8' | 65 lbs | 6 | Anti-slip top / smooth bottom |
| 3' × 8' Double-Sided | 3' × 8' | 65 lbs | 6 | Anti-slip top / strong grip bottom |
| Track Mat 40" × 10' | 40" × 10' | 94 lbs | 4 | Anti-slip top / smooth bottom |
Lock panels together with steel connectors to build roadways, turning areas and work pads.
A reusable alternative to plywood
Plywood absorbs water, warps and splinters, so it is often replaced after a few jobs. PrimaMat ground mats won't rot, swell or rust, they spread the load of your equipment, and their molded tread keeps crews and machines from slipping in wet conditions.
"It's a little bit of an upfront cost, but compared to wet plywood, they handle great and they protect our ground, our surfaces, and asphalt driveways perfectly." — Peter Baun, Baun Landscapes
Baun Landscapes is still using mats they bought eight years ago. Use the savings calculator to compare your yearly plywood spend.
Read more: Plywood alternatives · PrimaMat vs. plywood · HDPE mats vs. plywood boards
Ground protection mats by industry
Contractors use four names for job-site mats, and each solves a different problem. PrimaMat makes mud mats: lightweight HDPE ground protection mats for access paths, staging areas and finished surfaces.
- Mud mats for construction: keep skid steers, mini excavators and foot traffic off raw dirt, grass and gravel, with no ruts and no getting stuck. This is PrimaMat. Used in construction, landscaping, pool construction, tree service and ground maintenance.
- Swamp mats and bog mats: large timber or heavy composite mats that float loads across wetlands and muskeg for pipeline and utility corridors.
- Rig mats: steel-framed timber platforms for drilling rigs, crane outrigger pads and mining.
- Trackout mats: spiked or ridged panels at site exits that knock mud off tires before trucks reach public roads.
PrimaMat mats also serve infrastructure, transportation and logistics, event flooring and temporary ground protection. See all industry solutions →
Also see: Excavator mats · Turf protection mats · Stadium flooring
Installing and caring for your mats
- Lay them by hand: built-in handles let one or two people place each mat. No crane or forklift needed.
- Connect them: steel connectors fit into the handles to lock panels together for roadways, turning areas and slopes.
- Clean and store: hose them off on site, let them dry, and stack flat for transport or storage.
Guides: How to install ground protection mats · Cleaning and maintenance · How to store ground mats · Transportation tips
Where to buy PrimaMat ground mats
Ask for PrimaMat at SiteOne Landscape Supply, Ewing Outdoor Supply and regional distributors: find a location near you.
Or order online: pick up free at our warehouses in Bridgewater, New Jersey, Dallas, Texas or Concord, Ontario, or get a freight quote for delivery anywhere in the United States and Canada.
- Canada: (647) 726-1290
- USA: (302) 316-3308
- Email: sales@prima-pack.com
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FAQs: Mud Mats & Ground Protection Mats
Mud mats, swamp mats, rig mats or trackout mats: which do I need?
To keep mud off lawns, turf and finished surfaces, or to build a temporary access path for skid steers, mini excavators and trucks, you need mud mats like PrimaMat. A temporary road across a swamp or muskeg calls for timber or heavy composite swamp (bog) mats. Parking a crane or drill rig on weak ground calls for steel-framed rig mats. Keeping public roads clean at a site exit calls for trackout mats. Not sure? Ask our team.
What size should I choose?
4'x8' is the most common size for access roads and equipment pads. 3'x8' is helpful for tighter spaces and pedestrian paths.
Do I need connectors?
Connectors help lock panels together for roadways, turning areas, and slopes. Use them for the most stable surface.
Will plastic ground protection mats work on wet or uneven ground?
Yes. Mats help distribute weight and improve traction on soft, wet, or uneven surfaces. Prepare the sub‑surface and stagger seams for best results.
How do I clean and store the mats?
Hose them off on site, let them dry, and stack flat for transport or storage. Check out these tips on extending the life of your mats.