Timber Mats Class Scale
Class 1 – The most durable in the scale, expected to last a minimum of 25 years when used in contact with the ground. Depending on usage and how it’s stored, this lifespan will increase significantly, particularly with tougher variations such as Ekki, which lasts up to 50 years.
Class 2 bog mats will typically last 15-25 years, depending on usage. Our class 2 mats are made from Oak wood.
Class 3Â bog mats are expected to last 10-15 years on average.
Class 4Â bog mats lasting for 5-10 years on average.
Class 5 – The least durable mats, expected to last between 3-5 years. Our class 5 mats are made from beech wood.
Unsure which bog mat you need? Contact us today or see our species breakdown below.
Species Specification
| Species | Durability class | Botanic name | Volume mass in kg/m3 | Elasticity module in N/mm2 | Flexibility strength in N/mm2 | Pressure strength in N/mm2 | Slide strength in N/mm2 |
| Ekki (Azobe) | 1 | Lophira alata | 1,010 | 18,600 | 157 | 72 | 17.1 |
| Okan | 1 | Cylicodiscus gabunensis | 930 | 17,200 | 133 | 82 | 20 |
| European Oak | 2 | Quercus petraea | 700 | 9,900 | 96 | 48 | 9.9 |
| Beech | 5 | Fagus sylvatica | 700 | 12,300 | 113 | 54 | 10 |
Which Bog Mats Should You Get?
Although you may immediately think purchasing class 1 bog mats may be the easiest solution, it might not be the best one suited for your project. For example, class 5 Beech bog mats have some of the highest strength characteristics, including resistance to crushing and abrasion and high elasticity, making them ideal for us on sites with high volumes of heavy traffic.
If you’re unsure which bog mat is right for you, you should speak to the experts. Our team has decades of experience in helping people with their bog mats needs and will be able to advise you.
