Category: Road Matting

Temporary Access Solutions That Support Your Project and Protect Your Ground

On any active construction site, access is everything. Whether it’s moving heavy equipment, ensuring crew mobility, or transporting materials safely and efficiently, dependable ground access is the foundation of job site success. At Select Mat, our premium-grade road matting solutions are designed to create temporary roadways that keep your operations running smoothly—regardless of terrain, weather, or location.

Road matting is more than a convenience—it’s a requirement for projects that include soft, muddy, uneven, or environmentally sensitive ground. Our rugged, reusable matting systems offer ground stabilization, heavy equipment support, and erosion control, while decreasing your environmental impact and reducing job site delays.

What Is Road Matting?
Road matting or construction matting temporary roads means placing heavy-duty load mats on soft or weak ground in order to acquire safe access for vehicles, equipment, and foot traffic. Matting is heavily used in construction, infrastructure, utility, and energy industries for creating temporary roads, haul roads, and equipment staging.

Made up of material like hardwood timber, cross-laminated timber (CLT), or high-density polyethylene (HDPE), road mats are selected based on the weight, terrain, and duration of the project. They are an excellent and environmentally friendly alternative to crushed stone, gravel roads, or asphalt in temporary access applications.

Why Use Road Matting on Your Job Site?
Whether crossing over wet ground or passing through a sensitive environmental corridor, Select Mat’s road matting solutions offer numerous advantages that improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability:

1. Sure Access in Challenging Terrain
From swamp and wetland areas to sandy and snowy sites, road mats build a smooth, solid surface for moving equipment and material—no matter the most challenging ground conditions.

2. Ground and Turf Protection
Matting of roads decreases soil disturbance, eliminates rutting, and preserves vegetation. This is especially important on jobs that occur on private property, environmentally sensitive locations, or landscaped ground.

3. Heavy Equipment Support
Our mats are meant to distribute the weight of equipment evenly and supply vital load support for cranes, excavators, dozers, bucket trucks, and service trucks.

4. Reduces Project Delays
Adverse weather and unreliable soils are common reasons for delays in construction. Road matting enables employees to remain productive when wet or on uneven terrain, and the operation remains on schedule.

5. Quick and Easy Installation
Temporary road mats from Select Mat are designed to go in and out quickly—ideal for jobsites requiring quick mobilization and demobilization.

Industries That Rely on Road Matting
Select Mat’s road matting solutions serve many industries, including:

• Construction and Civil Engineering – Grading, foundation, and vertical construction.
• Utilities and Power Transmission – Accessing remote or rural locations with bucket trucks and service rigs.
• Pipeline Construction and Maintenance – Shoring long-haul roads and trench crossings.
• Oil and Gas – Crossing lease roads, well pads, and wet staging areas.
• Renewable Energy – Access construction to wind turbines, solar farms, and substations.
• Events and Large Assemblies – Constructing pedestrian walkways and access roads at temporary sites.
• Emergency and Disaster Relief – Restoring road access in flood zones and unstable terrain after storms or fires.

Select Mat’s Road Matting Solutions
We provide a complete line of road matting systems to meet the requirements of every site condition, load bearing capacity, and project budget:

1. Timber Road Mats
Made of solid hardwood timber, timber mats are the heavy-duty preference for supporting heavy equipment. Hard wearing and strong, these heavy duty mats provide an even surface for huge construction machines and vehicles operating in wet or uneven ground.

2. Composite Road Mats
Lightweight, durable, and chemically resistant, composite mats are best suited for use where reusability, low maintenance, and environmental friendliness are needed. Non-slip top surface offers excellent grip in icy or muddy conditions, and they can be easily handled and maneuvered manually or mechanically.

3. CLT Road Mats (Cross-Laminated Timber)
CLT mats are engineered wood products that are characterized by their consistency, durability, and weather resistance. They offer more consistent long-term performance and are particularly suited to applications where there is lengthy use and consistency of mat quality.

4. Laminated Road Mats
Built with multiple layers of wood planks glued or bonded together, laminated mats are a cost-effective solution for light-to-medium-duty use such as pedestrian paths, vehicle traffic routes, and lightweight plant roads.

5. Mud Mats and Access Mats
Designed to be used in marshy or saturated conditions, mud mats firm up the ground and prevent equipment from sinking or becoming stuck. Such mats must be used after heavy rain or on flat terrain.

The Key to Making the Right Road Matting Selection
Making the right road mat starts with learning your project’s unique requirements. Consider the following:

• Terrain Type – Is the terrain rocky, muddy, sandy, or soggy? Softer ground may require heavier, thicker-duty mats.
• Load Requirements – Will you be moving heavy equipment like cranes, or just light truck traffic?
• Duration of Use – Are you installing access for a day or several months? Some products perform better over extended use.
• Environmental Factors – If you are in a conservation zone, choose mats that impact the soil the least and are eco-friendly.

Need help deciding? Our Select Mat specialists can help you navigate the best options based on your site, your employees, and your vehicles.

Rent or Buy Road Mats from Select Mat
From short-term to long-term requirements, we have adaptable solutions with rent and buy options:

• Mat Rentals – Ideal for short projects, emergency situations, or one-time events. We offer fast delivery, setup support, and easy pickup after the job is finished.
• Mat Sales – For frequent projects, contractors, or long-term infrastructure development, having your mats offers greater long-term value.

Select Mat also provides logistics, installation, and recovery services, enabling you to get the most out of every mat.

Why Select Mat?
We don’t just sell road mats—we build a relationship of reliability, quality, and professional service. The following is what you can expect when you deal with Select Mat:

✅ Extensive Range of Mat Types and Sizes
✅ Quick Turnaround and National Delivery
✅ Planning and Consultation for Site-Specific Requirements
✅ Timely Delivery and Professional Coordination
✅ Tried and Tested Track Record in Ground Protection

From installation to design, our specialists work with you to have your road matting solution custom-made for your unique job site.

Defend Your Site with Select Mat’s Road Matting
When you need to convert soft, unstable, or sensitive soil to a usable, drive-on work surface, Select Mat’s road matting provides you with the solid surface you need. From the moment your equipment enters to the moment your crew leaves, our matting systems will keep you protected, productive, and environmentally friendly.

Contact us today to learn more about road matting solutions for your project—or receive a custom quote from our experienced team.