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Indoor/Outdoor Large Area Soil Conditioner |
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SOIL MOIST™ is a synthetic
acrylic copolymer. It is a safe, non-toxic chemical used in several
aspects of the Commercial landscape, Nursery and Equestrian industry. SOIL
MOIST is an effective water management aid. It can
reduce watering by 50%. A particle size distribution has been
selected to insure rapid initial uptake of water by a portion of the
polymer followed by slower absorption of water by the balance of the
polymer. Good initial soaking is required to insure that both the soil and
the polymer absorb water. Watering routines should be normal for
five to seven days. Reductions and watering rates can then be
established. From the initial soaking, the polymer will soften and swell.
As the soil starts to dry, the polymer will release its water reservoir.
As an added benefit, the continuous expansion and contraction of the
polymer reduces soil compaction.
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| Benefits: |
* Reduces Arena watering by 50%
* Controls dust - by keeping the arena moisture level higher.
* Improves riding surface - with the expansion and retraction of the polymer it
reduces soil compaction.
* Adds cushion to the riding surface. Lasts up to three years
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Prior to any application, the arena soil should be
rototilled, harrowed or disked to break up the arena surface at least 3-4
inches in depth.
Depending upon the type of arena soil,
Soil Moist should be applied at the following rates:
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| Type of Soil |
Depth |
Amount per 1,000sq.ft. |
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| Sand |
Minimum 3" |
10 lbs. |
| Sand |
3 - 4" |
10 - 12 lbs. |
| Heavy Clay |
3" |
10 - 12 lbs. |
| Heavy Clay |
4" |
12 - 14 lbs |
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| Outdoor Arena |
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| Type of Soil |
Depth |
Amount per 1,000sq.ft. |
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| Sand |
Minimum 3" |
12 lbs. |
| Sand |
4 - 5" |
12 - 14 lbs. |
| Heavy Clay |
Minimum 3" |
12 lbs. |
| Heavy Clay |
4 - 5" |
14 - 15 lbs |
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DO NOT USE SOIL MOIST CONDITIONER
IF CALCIUM CHLORIDE HAS BEEN APPLIED.
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If wood chips and shavings are present, use the application rate for sand.
Broadcast the polymer with a spreader or drop seeder for even disbursement. To ensure
even disbursement, plot out 1000 square feet (25’x40’ or any measurement to equal 1000
square feet). Set the spreader or drop seeder opening at the smallest setting. Fill the
seeder or spreader with the appropriate amount for 1000 square feet. Broadcast the
polymer in the plot. If too much polymer is left in the hopper after the first pass applying
the polymer, make proper adjustments to ensure all product is dispersed.
Work the polymer into the arena at the desired depth using a rototiller, harrow or disk. If
a barrow is used, the spacing between the tines should be a minimum of six inches. If
necessary, remove every other tine. Note: Apply up to two pounds more of the Soil
Moist per 1000 square feet where heavy traffic occurs in the arena (outer ring of arena
etc.). Water liberally, water routine should be normal for five to seven days. Water rates
and reductions can then be established. Soil Moist must be worked into the arena at the
above depths to be effective. If left on the surface, UV light will break the polymer
down. Salt content of the water and the pH of the arena affect the absorption capacity of
the polymer down. Salt content of the water and the pH of the arena affect the absorption
capacity of the polymer. If the pH of the arena soil is above 8.0 or if calcium chloride has
been recently applied, contact the factory for specific application rates.
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8 Lbs $48.00
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20 lbs $120.00
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40 lbs. $220.00
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50 lbs. $275.00
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