TerraLock Bed & Border Bond
Product Description
Unlock Your Time With Multi-Season Protection.
TerraLock Bed & Border Bond is a high-quality, water-based acrylic emulsion designed to spray onto your mulch, small rocks, pine straw and select other beds or borders to keep them where you want them and off your sidewalks and walkways. The material allows for great permeability to the soil below while still maintaining the integrity of the mulch bed, preventing its dispersal by rain, gutter-wash, animals, and even pets.
The special and safe material contains powerful UV inhibitors to maintain the new and colorful look of freshly laid mulch or other natural materials and aggregates not yet bleached by sunlight. With complete ease-of use, it good for environment, prevents erosion, and is non-toxic and safe for people, pets, plants and even wildlife.
Why It Exists
Landscaped beds and borders are constantly disrupted by wind, rain, runoff, pets, and everyday foot traffic—pushing mulch, stone, and other groundcovers out of place. TerraLock Bed & Border Bond was created to help stabilize these materials so landscapes stay neat and defined longer, without turning maintenance into a weekly chore.
Locks groundcovers in place while still allowing natural drainage.
How It Works
Step 1: Prep the Bed
Spread mulch, pea gravel, pine straw, or other groundcover evenly and allow it to dry. Dry material helps ensure proper bonding and a clean finish.
Step 2: Spray for Coverage
Using a standard garden sprayer with a fan nozzle, apply an even coat across the surface. The ready-to-spray formula requires no mixing and is easy to control.
Step 3: Let It Dry & Enjoy
Allow the application to dry clear—typically within 4–6 hours depending on conditions. Once cured, your beds and borders stay more stable and neatly defined.
One simple spray-on application is all you need.
Coverage & Specs at a Glance
Coverage (Typical)
- 1 Gallon: ~100–120 sq ft
- 2 Gallons: ~200–240 sq ft
- 5 Gallons: ~500–600 sq ft
Coverage varies based on material type, depth, porosity, and application rate.
Dry Time
- Touch dry in approximately 4–6 hours
- Warmer, drier conditions cure faster
- Avoid wetting for 24–48 hours for best results
Durability
- Long-lasting hold that can last multiple seasons
- Lifespan varies based on weather, foot traffic, and conditions
Application
- Ready-to-spray formula
- Apply using a standard garden sprayer
- Fan nozzle recommended for even coverage
- Single-coat application is typically sufficient
Cleanup
- Soap and water while product is still wet
Formula
- Single-component, water-based
- 100% cross-linking acrylic
- Dries clear and won’t yellow
Dilution of up to 50% water may be used to improve penetration on some materials; increased dilution reduces bonding strength.
Best Results & Pro Tips
For optimal performance and a clean finish, a little prep goes a long way.
- Apply over dry material
Moisture and heavy dust can affect bonding strength. Turn off irrigation 1–2 days prior if possible. - Spread evenly before spraying
Properly raked and leveled material helps ensure consistent coverage and a natural look. - Allow full cure time
Let the application dry clear and avoid wetting the area for 24–48 hours for best results.
What It Stabilizes
Bed & Border Bond is designed to lock down a wide range of common landscape groundcovers—helping reduce migration, tracking, and spillover along beds and borders. From mulch and pine straw to pea gravel, shells, and more—Bed & Border Bond is a one-stop solution for stabilizing common groundcovers.
For best results, apply over properly spread, dry material and follow coverage guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions about application, performance, and safety.
Does Bed & Border Bond stop weeds?
Bed & Border Bond is designed to stabilize groundcovers, not kill weeds. However, by helping keep mulch and other materials locked in place, it can mitigate weed growth .
Will it block water or drainage?
No. The formula is breathable and permeable, allowing water, air, and nutrients to reach the soil while stabilizing the surface layer.
Is Bed & Border Bond permanent?
It creates a strong, long-lasting bond, but it is not permanent. Depending on weather, foot traffic, and conditions, applications can last multiple seasons before a light refresh may be needed.
Is it safe for pets, kids, and plants?
Yes, it is safe! Bed & Border Bond is water-based and considered non-toxic once fully dry. Allow proper cure time before allowing pets or foot traffic into treated areas.
How soon can the area be used after application?
The product typically dries clear in 4–6 hours. For best results, avoid wetting or heavy use for 24–48 hours after application.
Does it work on pea gravel, small stones and small rocks?
Yes. Bed & Border Bond can help reduce migration and tracking of pea gravel and small decorative stones or small rocks when applied properly. It also locks in mulch, pine straw, and other select decorative groundcovers.
