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Post by gingernut on Jul 19, 2008 18:54:16 GMT
I was wondering if anyone can recommend which rubber matting to get. P can't seem to grip on the floor of her stable and so I am going to invest in some rubber matting for her, also it should save on bedding for me!! I tried googling it but there are so many companies I wanted some recommendation and also approx price. Her box is quite large but I'm unsure on the exact size until I measure it.
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Post by kateflashy on Jul 20, 2008 7:00:22 GMT
we had kraiburg in our horse box , that lasted ages , and was easy to keep clean ,
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Post by zara on Jul 20, 2008 8:34:57 GMT
On my last yard I had some Equimats which were excellent but they are pricey. I bought 4 ( 6x4' ish) for £100 second hand Zx
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Post by finefilly on Jul 20, 2008 11:12:36 GMT
i got mine from a local shop Farmway and they cost £150 for a 12x12 stable. they arent the best mats but they do the job. however, i find that i need to put a bit more bedding down as Dazzle and Emir always smell of wee and Emir is always stained with wee. i dont put as much down as i would if i didnt have rubber matting but enough to soak up the wee.
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Post by aimee on Jul 22, 2008 16:17:18 GMT
I have no idea where ours are from! But a tip is to not get them fitted if you can, if you have a strong 'bloke' at hand then get them to do it! Thats where the companies make most profit! My OH and his grandad fitted ours.
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Post by aimee on Jul 22, 2008 16:18:26 GMT
Oh and yeah you will stil need a sprinkling of bedding as wee will splash and plus Fern lays down so I give her a bit extra.  I remember seeing some mats on ebay once I think? |
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Post by zoon on Jul 22, 2008 20:22:15 GMT
I have eva matting and its great - thicker ond spongier than normal matting so more comfy for the horse
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Post by flash7 on Jul 22, 2008 20:59:09 GMT
Mine are by Horse comfort 24mm EVA lightweight and easy to fit yourself. Takes me 5 mins to muck out. I couldn't live without them!
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Post by ceej on Jul 24, 2008 14:15:26 GMT
Go to your local agricultural merchant and buy cow matting - its eva and half the price (coz it doesnt say equine!)..mine is great - its 'cow comfort'
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Post by gingernut on Jul 24, 2008 20:27:12 GMT
Oh that's an idea didn't think of that one Ceej!! I see you are in Cornwall - do Cornwall Farmers do it as they have one in Kingsbridge - near me.
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Post by popsicle on Jul 24, 2008 21:51:33 GMT
Ceej. Have you had your cow matting down for long? We were thinking of that, but were told that it isn't likely to last long with shod horses. What do you think?
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Post by ceej on Jul 24, 2008 22:34:27 GMT
I have had mine for 3 years and no sign of wear at all. My old yard mate had hers for about 5 years and the back mat was discoloured a bit with the wee, but still absolutely fine. Its easy to cut and really light too. The only disadvantage I have found with it over rubber mating is it cna be a little bit mre slippy when wet (harry charges about) but nothing to worry about. Dunno if cornwlal farmers do it...I got mine from Griggs (who have actually caught on and its a bit more expensive now  I will check the name of i and let you know...will take a pic or two too... |
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Post by popsicle on Jul 24, 2008 22:57:54 GMT
I have had mine for 3 years and no sign of wear at all. My old yard mate had hers for about 5 years and the back mat was discoloured a bit with the wee, but still absolutely fine. Its easy to cut and really light too. The only disadvantage I have found with it over rubber mating is it cna be a little bit mre slippy when wet (harry charges about) but nothing to worry about. Dunno if cornwlal farmers do it...I got mine from Griggs (who have actually caught on and its a bit more expensive now I will check the name of i and let you know...will take a pic or two too... Sounds worth a look then. Thanks |
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Post by kateflashy on Jul 25, 2008 6:52:22 GMT
mole valley did it , as did mole avon ,
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Post by gingernut on Jul 26, 2008 21:55:20 GMT
Ceej - I Know Griggs well and Mays over the road!! I used to live in Grampound Road and then moved to Tresillian, before moving back to Devon last year. If I could afford it i'd move back - loved it there!!!
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Post by ceej on Jul 26, 2008 23:00:31 GMT
ahh my homelands!! thats so cool! ;D come back! Ill help you start Pearl off again!!
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Post by gingernut on Jul 30, 2008 11:48:39 GMT
Cornwall Farmers do sell it!! Bought 6 x 6' x 4' mats to do P's box yesterday (courtsey of dad's account!! lol) for about £200 - just need to trim them up a smigin!! no more slipping!!
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Post by ceej on Aug 6, 2008 9:36:13 GMT
thats cool - and a bit cheaper than Griggs I think...hope you like them ;D
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Post by gingernut on Aug 6, 2008 11:53:09 GMT
I found Griggs a bit expensive for feed - they ran out of Alfa-a last year and so I went to Mays and they would about £1 cheaper if I remember rightly. The mats are brill - really pleased with them so far!!
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Post by chiefsmyboy on Aug 6, 2008 15:31:52 GMT
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Post by chiefsmyboy on Aug 6, 2008 15:35:21 GMT
Oh god not having a good week even the computer hates me now! Got my rubber mats from www.TheBlackMatCo.co.uk. Cost around £35.00 each (6x4) really thick and after 12mths they're not showing signs of any wear, they sit great in the stable, really soft so nice to lie on. In fact only down side is they're bloody heavy to lift. |
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