Common use of Mulching Clause in Contracts

Mulching. A. Hold mulch in place by light disking, a very thin covering of topsoil, asphalt binder, or other adhesive material approved by the Engineer. Where mulches have been secured by the asphalt binder method, it will not be permissible to walk on the slopes after the binder has been applied. In application of asphalt binder material, take every precaution to guard against damaging or disfiguring structures or property on or adjacent to the areas worked. Any damage resulting from operations will be repaired at no cost to the Owner. B. If binder is ordered, spray all mulched surfaces with asphalt binder material so surface has a uniform appearance. Binder shall be uniformly applied to mulch at rate of approximately 8.0 gallons per 1,000 square feet, with a minimum of 6.0 gallons and a maximum of 10.0 gallons per 1,000 square feet depending on the type of mulch and the effectiveness of the binder securing it. Bituminous binder material may be sprayed on the mulched slop areas from either the top or the bottom of the slope. Use pump and air compressor of adequate capacity to insure uniform distribution of the bituminous material.