In the construction, landscaping, and environmental management industries, erosion control and vegetation establishment are not just aesthetic concerns—they are essential components of regulatory compliance, site stabilization, and long-term land stewardship. For professionals and property owners who require effective, scalable ground cover solutions, StrawMax by MKB Company delivers a versatile line of premium bagged straw products designed for performance, ease of use, and environmental responsibility.
Available in three targeted formulations—Seeding Straw, Lawn Repair Mix, and Home & Garden Straw—StrawMax addresses the needs of contractors, landscapers, and homeowners with dependable, field-ready materials engineered to support soil retention, seed germination, and moisture conservation across a wide range of project applications.
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A Comprehensive Line of Purpose-Built Products
StrawMax is a natural evolution of MKB Company’s commitment to practical, sustainable solutions. Each product in the StrawMax line is carefully formulated and packaged for specific site conditions, use cases, and performance outcomes—streamlining deployment and reducing installation complexity.
StrawMax Seeding Straw
Designed for seeding projects, temporary erosion control, and slope stabilization.
StrawMax Seeding Straw is constructed from 100% agricultural straw, pre-chopped for easy manual distribution and blended with a natural guar gum tackifier. This formulation provides reliable sediment retention while enhancing seed-to-soil contact, creating ideal conditions for rapid germination and ground cover establishment.
Typical Use Cases:
- Residential and commercial seeding jobs
- Perimeter stabilization during light construction
- Turf repair along sidewalks, driveways, or newly graded surfaces
- Supplement to erosion control blankets in high-risk or transitional areas
StrawMax Lawn Repair Mix
A complete, ready-to-use solution for small-scale lawn restoration and turf recovery
StrawMax Lawn Repair Mix eliminates guesswork by combining premium seed, straw, fertilizer, and tackifier in one convenient bale. Designed for restoring damaged lawns or patching bare spots, this all-in-one mix simplifies turf repair for professionals and homeowners alike.
Typical Use Cases:
- Lawn repair for pet damage, seasonal die-off, or construction-related disturbance
- Small-scale turf restoration on commercial properties or parklands
- Supplementary turf establishment in hard-to-reach or shaded areas
StrawMax Home & Garden
StrawMax™ Home & Garden is comprised of 100% chopped agricultural straw, free of additives, tackifiers, or synthetic fillers. This clean, biodegradable material is ideal for use in garden beds, around delicate vegetation, or as bedding in residential or small-scale livestock environments.
Typical Use Cases:
- Garden bed mulch to suppress weeds and reduce watering frequency
- Seasonal insulation around perennial plants or newly planted shrubs
- Bedding for chickens, rabbits, and small animals
Sustainable landscaping in residential or urban garden settings
Why Professionals Trust StrawMax
At MKB Company, we understand the importance of high-performing, field-ready products that reduce labor, minimize waste, and consistently deliver results. The StrawMax line was developed to address these needs with simplicity and efficiency—without sacrificing environmental integrity.
Professional-Grade Benefits:
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for erosion control, vegetation establishment, lawn repair, moisture retention, weed suppression, and animal care.
- Jobsite Ready: Clean, lightweight bales are weather-tight and palletized for streamlined transport and deployment.
- Eco-Conscious Design: Biodegradable ingredients and safe materials for use around homes, parks, and environmentally sensitive zones.
- Consistent Coverage: Each bale reliably covers up to 500 square feet—supporting predictable installation planning and cost estimation.
- Backed by MKB Expertise: With decades of experience in sediment control and land management, MKB Company delivers solutions engineered for real-world demands.
A Smarter, More Sustainable Approach to Ground Cover Management
From small lawn repairs to erosion-sensitive construction sites, StrawMax delivers natural performance without the complexity of traditional erosion control systems. It’s a smarter, more sustainable way to keep soil in place, jumpstart vegetation, and maintain a clean, professional-grade jobsite.
Whether you’re a homeowner patching turf, a landscaper prepping for a new planting, or a contractor securing a slope before the next storm, StrawMax is the solution that gets the job done—efficiently, cleanly, and responsibly.
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