Plant Nappy & Plant Mat

The Plant Nappy® is the ultimate spill containment solution for construction sites, capturing fuel and oil spills before they cause costly pollution problems. With its rapid absorption, the Plant Nappy® filters out oil residue, allowing clean water to run free and avoiding oil float off thanks to its non-permeable base layer and specially designed side walls.

Place it under equipment, vehicles and tools to prevent spills from contaminating soil and groundwater. Say goodbye to messy drip trays and clean-up; simply roll up the removable liner and dispose of it responsibly. Protect the environment and save on contamination costs with the Plant Nappy®; your ready-to-use spill containment solution.


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SKU: 77MAT (P)
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Plant Nappies for Spill Containment

Plant Nappy® and PlantMat

Lapwing is a specialist stockist of the Plant Nappy® and PlantMat® family of spill containment products for the construction industry. Manufactured in the UK by Manvers Engineering, the innovative, patented Plant Nappy® and PlantMat® products solve one of the construction industry’s persistent pollution risk problems: how to contain pesky oil and fuel spills.


What is the Plant Nappy® Made From?

Manufactured from abrasion-resistant, UV-stable and fire-retardant materials, the Plant Nappy® is a flexible, portable drip tray with PVC coated foam filled side walls that are crush-resistant – returning to shape after being compressed – unlike plastic trays which break or metal trays that stay deformed. The Plant Nappy® works by allowing water to drain away whilst retaining hydrocarbons within the Nappy – this prevents the risk of oil ‘float off’, inherent in traditional drip trays in wet conditions.


How Does the PlantMat® Work?

This innovative product uses the Soliditex® technology which is a patent pending, unique mix of polymers that capture and solidify hydrocarbons whilst remaining unaffected by water, which simply drains away. The solidified spill material makes subsequent handling and disposal much easier.

Manufactured from durable materials, the PlantMat® is ideal for deployment in the harshest conditions. Use in conjunction with the Plant Nappy® for a comprehensive answer to your small plant siting and refuelling pollution risks – providing low cost, flexible and effective spill containment.


Plant Nappy® Technical Specifications

  • PVC coated mesh material with high tensile strength
  • Oil and chemical resistant
  • UV resistant
  • Temperature resistant – operating range -20 to 107ºC (melting Point 157ºC)
  • Reticulated foam with auto memory shape
  • Crush resistant
  • Polypropylene fibre filler, which is non-toxic and non-hazardous
  • High oil-to-fabric weight ratio of absorption

Types of Plant Nappy® to Choose From

Small Plant Nappy®

The small Plant Nappy® is 50 x 68.5 cm and ideal for small machinery that produces contaminant liquids. Position equipment easily on the tray and let the Plant Nappy® work its magic, absorbing oils and hydrocarbon contaminants while other fluids pass through.


Medium Plant Nappy®

Choose the medium Plant Nappy®, measuring 68.5 x 100 cm, for a light, user-friendly solution for collecting fuel or oil spills from generators and other machinery. Deploy it on any terrain without worry of tears or rips.


Large Plant Nappy®

Perfect for large plant equipment and easy to secure, the large Plant Nappy® is 137 x 200 cm and suitable for capturing high volumes of spillages. Ready to use, with no assembly required, the largest Plant Nappy® is simple to deploy and reusable.


Plant Nappy Liner®

Here at Lapwing, we also supply Plant Nappy® liners that are reusable and help extend the life of the Plant Nappy® as well as increase the absorbent capacity. We sell small, medium and large liners that fit easily into the main Plant Nappies and can be simply removed for cleaning and replacement.


Plant Nappy® FAQs

How do I dispose of a Plant Nappy®, PlantMat® or Plant Nappy® liner?

The Plant Nappy® is designed to be reused. It can be wrung out into a suitable container and pressure washed in a controlled environment – simply wash, allow to dry and re-use. However, it will eventually need disposal. All waste transfers are subject to The Waste Regulations 2011 (England and Wales). The first consideration for disposal is: is it contaminated?

  • If yes it will fall under waste code 15 02 02 – absorbents, filter materials (including oil filters not otherwise specified), wiping cloths, protective clothing contaminated by dangerous substances.
  • If used in construction, it will fall under 17 09 04 – mixed construction & demolition wastes.
  • If uncontaminated it can be disposed under 20 03 01 mixed municipal waste.

What is a Plant Nappy®?

A Plant Nappy® is a sustainable spill containment mat designed to absorb and trap oil, fuel and leaks from machinery, preventing ground and water pollution.


Why is a Plant Nappy® more efficient than a drip tray?

The Plant Nappy® is designed to be used outdoors and allows rainwater to drain whilst absorbing oils. A drip tray will fill with water and allow oil to float off and contaminate the ground.


How is a Plant Nappy® different from a Plant Nappy® liner?

A Plant Nappy® and its liner are different in their use. The Plant Nappy® provides primary spill containment, while the liner acts as an additional, replaceable absorbent layer inside the Plant Nappy® for increased protection.


Can I get my order the same day?

If you place your order before 5 pm, Lapwing can deliver it the next working day. For orders outside of the UK, you must contact us to arrange your order and discuss costs.


Do you sell any other spill containment product?

We also sell the PlantMat® in various sizes which use polymers to solidify fuel and oil into a solid mass, while utilising vertical and horizontal wicking properties to allow water to drain quickly.