Ground Protection Mats for Hire – Next Day Nationwide Delivery Available
Supplying Ground Protection Solutions for Civil Engineering, Construction, Utilities and Outdoor Events Across the UK. Competitive Hire Rates, Fast Turnaround, Over 40 Years’ Experience.
- Premium Ekki mats for sale—40+ years as a trusted UK supplier.
- Durable, dense hardwood for extreme load-bearing jobs.
- Proven success in 10,000+ UK projects for 5,000+ clients.
- 5,000+ mats in stock. Ready for next-day nationwide dispatch.
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Hire Ground Protection Mats from UK’s Trusted Supplier
At Birketts, we provide high quality ground protection mats for hire that are strong, reliable and suited for a wide range of industries. Whether you’re working on a construction site, preparing for an outdoor event, or managing a civil engineering project, our mats are ready to protect the ground beneath your feet.
Our mats are designed to provide a stable surface for vehicles, machinery and pedestrians, especially on soft or uneven ground. With over 5,000 mats in stock and next day delivery available across the UK, we make it easy to get the equipment you need on site, on time.
Speak to our team today for a fast quote and expert guidance.
What Are Ground Protection Mats?
Ground protection mats are durable timber mats that create temporary access routes and stable working platforms. They protect sensitive surfaces from damage caused by plant movement, heavy foot traffic, or vehicle access.
Birketts offers a full range of mat thicknesses and sizes, suitable for every type of ground condition, from soft and sensitive ground to tougher industrial surfaces.
Whether you’re managing heavy machinery, protecting grassed surfaces at an event, or ensuring safe access for construction vehicles, our mats give you peace of mind every step of the way.
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Why Hire Ground Protection Mats?
Hiring ground protection mats can be the most practical option for short-term or seasonal projects. It’s a flexible, cost-saving alternative to buying, particularly when mats are only needed for certain phases of work or one-off installations.
Hiring from Birketts gives you:
- Fast, flexible hire terms to suit your project
- Reliable access to high-quality ground protection mats
- Nationwide next day delivery
- Expert support from our dedicated hire team
- Competitive rates that help reduce your overall transport costs
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We supply mats to a broad range of industries including construction, civil engineering, utilities, infrastructure works, and event organisers. Whatever your industry, we can help you keep your site protected and safe.
Versatile Ekki Mats for Multiple Applications
Birketts’ Ekki mats excel in multiple projects, from heavy-duty civil engineering to specialised bridge projects. These bog mats are particularly suited to challenging environments, offering long-term protection from ground damage, ensuring the safety of equipment and personnel.
Typical uses for Ekki mats include:
- Construction and civil engineering access roads
- Marine construction and jetty building
- Temporary roadways in wet or unstable ground conditions
- Supporting heavy machinery across large quantities of ground mats
- Infrastructure and bridge projects where strength is paramount
With their impressive cubic metre elasticity module, these mats ensure dependable performance and reduced risk, whatever your project demands.
Timber Mat Sizes
Birkett’s standard bog and timber mat stock sizes are suitable for most projects (find out more about which size bog mat to choose).
Applications for Ground Protection Mats
Birketts mats are used in thousands of projects throughout the UK, covering a wide variety of ground types and load requirements. Our mats are a go-to solution for creating temporary access over unstable or sensitive ground, supporting safe use of machinery, site workers, and attendees.
Common uses include:
- Creating access routes for vehicles and construction traffic
- Supporting heavy duty equipment on unstable or soft surfaces
- Protecting landscaped areas, tarmac, grass, and unpaved ground
- Reducing the impact of machinery during excavation or piling
- Preventing ground rutting during wet weather
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Our ground protection mats are equally effective for short-term work such as utility repairs or event setup, and for ongoing large-scale developments where surface protection is essential.
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Features of Our Mats
Birketts’ mats are known for:
- Excellent durability and resistance to wear
- Reliable grip and traction on wet or uneven surfaces
- Straightforward installation and quick removal
- Compatibility with all types of vehicles and machinery
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For added flexibility, we also supply effective man handable access solutions, including E Mat systems which are lightweight and ideal for sites with limited machine access.
Contact Birketts for Fast Hire & Delivery
Need ground protection mats on site tomorrow? Contact Birketts today. With our extensive stock, fast response times, and expert service, we make hiring mats quick, simple, and reliable.
Get a quote today to hire bog mats for your current or next project.
Call +44 (0)1789 549021 today!