Stabilization mats have been a massive game changer for our horses.
We added Equinox Mud Grids to our pasture in June of 2024 and have since rearranged them a few times, and added more in February 2026. They’ve provided sturdy footing that doesn’t shift around, keeping the ground protected so it stays mud and dust-free all year long.
You can save 10% on 1+ pallets with the code NANTUCKET10! One pallet includes 32 grids, which covers just over 300 sq ft. Keep scrolling to see how we’ve implemented two pallets, or 64 grids total.
My Top Reasons for Loving These Grids
Please note, we are located on the Central Coast of California, where we go 6+ months with zero rain.
- VERY easy to install
- Horses enjoy standing on them
- They stay where you put them
- Can be used upside down to fill with sand/gravel
- They do not heat up (no more than dirt) from the sun
- The holes allow water to drain, while keeping hooves more dry and allowing plants to grow through
Our biggest problem was erosion around feeding stations, since the ground would become so dusty and literally blow away. In winter and spring, the areas around feeding stations was too compacted for growth. That would leave those areas dangerously slippery and muddy. These have solved both problems, giving the horses safe and comfortable areas to hangout and eat.Â
The mats interlock together, and are designed for both sides to be very good at staying where you place them. Unlike stall mats, you don't have to constantly reset them, and I love that.
Having a good surface around feeding stations greatly reduces sand/dirt ingestion, which reduces sand colic risk. It also means less hay is wasted! The grids prevent erosion, which leads to more dust and mud.
Our latest application of the grids has been in the horse's sand paddock. This is where the horses are confined during rain, to save our pastures and keep them safe. We placed the grids in various high traffic areas that just couldn't keep the sand in place: the gate, the stall, and popular hangout spots.
The stall entrance was a spot we had filled with stones early on in our time here, and while it worked pretty well it was never perfect. We placed grids in the entrance and along the fence where we have water buckets hanging. We had a huge storm the week after putting these down, and I cannot believe how much better everything faired with the grids! I also made a little stabilized feeding station for where Adee eats her daily bucket, and the horses love to hangout and take in the sun.
Top Down View of the Paddock
