Gabions and Reno Mattresses
Gabion Boxes
The use of gabions includes a variety of areas from highway construction or private shore protection to landscaping areas. The various applications of gabions are as follows:
There are various advantages of gabions. They are as follows:
1. Aesthetics
Gabion walls provide a very natural and aesthetically pleasing look as they use natural materials that incorporate with the environment.
2. Durability
Most Gabion types are highly resistant to atmospheric corrosion due to the well-bonded zinc coating on the wire.
3. Strength
Gabions are strong enough to resist flood forces, torrential forces, ice, and earth pressure.
4. Permeability
Gabions are fully permeable. It naturally drains off the water which eliminates the need for the installation of drainage pipes.
5. Flexibility
Gabion walls can be settled without failure and losing their efficiency in any situation such as unstable ground or moving water.
6. Economical
Since gabions use natural materials available on-site, the cost of acquisition and transport is relatively low.
7. Environment Friendly
Different types of recycled materials can be used in the gabion cage. The void between materials permits plants to grow which strengthens the wall structure offering landscaping opportunities.
