Stabilization mats have been a massive game changer for our horses.
We added Equinox Mud Grids to our pasture last year, and have since rearranged them into three separate feeding stations. 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.
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!
My Top Reasons for Loving These Mats
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
