Erosion control blankets (ECBs) protect exposed soil from wind and water erosion while establishing vegetation. They range from short-term, fully biodegradable straw blankets to long-term straw-coconut and coconut blankets, up through permanent turf reinforcement mats (TRMs) engineered for high-flow channels and steep slopes.

Use the master table below to compare blankets and TRMs across the properties that matter for your site — material and netting type, functional longevity, and slope or channel suitability. If you’re new to selecting a blanket, start with our erosion control blanket guide for an illustrated walkthrough of how each type works and where to use it.