Weed barrier fabric, artificial turf, sod, ground cover, pet and garden fencing, plastic sheeting
Weight
Approximately 3 mm gauge steel per pin
Shipping & returns
Tracked shipping anywhere in Canada. It is free on orders of $100 or more, and a flat $25 below that. Allow 5 to 7 days, after a 24 to 48 hour handling time.
You have 15 days from delivery to change your mind under this shop's own returns policy: send the goods back in resaleable condition at your cost, and the refund covers the goods but not the original shipping charge. Nothing is deducted for handling. You cover the cost of returning it unless the item is faulty.
If it arrives faulty, damaged or not as described, we put it right at no cost to you, return postage included. That right comes from your province's consumer protection and sale of goods law, not from this policy.
None. Knock soil off before storing so the pins do not sit in wet earth in the shed.
11 Gauge (3 mm) SteelHeavy enough to go through hard and stony ground
20 cm LongDeep enough to hold against wind lift
Hot Dipped GalvanisedThick zinc coating, so they come out reusable
Pack Of 50Enough for a substantial run of fabric
About this product
11 gauge steel pins that go through fabric and stay put.
Galvanised 20 cm staples in packs of 50. For weed fabric, turf and anything the wind wants to move.
These are the heavy option for pinning things to the ground, and the one to choose when the nylon spikes are not enough.
11 gauge is 3 mm steel with sharp cut ends, which is what lets them go through woven weed barrier, plastic sheeting and heavy or stony soil without bending over.
At 20 cm they are long enough to hold against wind lift on fabric and turf, which is where short pins fail first.
Hot dipped galvanised rather than electroplated, so the zinc layer is thick enough that they come back out of the ground reusable rather than rusted solid.
Sold in packs of 50.
There are two jobs people buy pins for, and they need different pins.
Holding lightweight edging or fabric in soft, settled loam is a job for the nylon spiral spikes: nothing to rust and nothing to stain a path.
Holding heavy woven fabric or turf, in clay or stony ground, or anywhere exposed to wind, is a job for these. Steel at 3 mm goes through material that turns a nylon spike, and the U shape spreads the hold across two legs instead of one shank.
The galvanising is the detail that decides whether you get them back. Electroplated pins come out of wet ground rusted and one use only; hot dipped ones come out clean enough to reuse for years.
One practical note: drive them at a slight angle away from the pull rather than straight down. A vertical pin lifts; an angled one has to shear the soil to move.
Still deciding?
Not sure yet? That is fine.
You have 15 days from delivery to change your mind under this shop's own returns policy: send the goods back in resaleable condition at your cost, and the refund covers the goods but not the original shipping charge. Nothing is deducted for handling.
If it turns up faulty, damaged or not as described, that is on us. Your province's consumer protection law covers you, we pay the return postage, and you can have a repair, a replacement or your money back. Read the full detail on our refunds and returns page, or ask us anything before you order.
Yes, hot dipped, which puts a thicker zinc layer on than electroplating and is why they come back out of the ground reusable.
What are they for?
Pinning weed barrier fabric, artificial turf, sod, ground cover, plastic sheeting and garden or pet fencing.
How are they different from the plastic edging spikes?
These are steel and go through heavy woven fabric and hard or stony ground. The nylon spikes will not rust or stain paving but will pull through heavy fabric under load.
Will they rust?
The hot dipped zinc coating is there to prevent it. Knock the soil off before storing them rather than leaving them wet in a shed.
Can I reuse them?
Yes, that is the point of the galvanising. They pull out clean and go back in.
How far apart should I space them?
Roughly every 50 cm along an edge and at every overlap seam, closer where the ground is exposed to wind.
Should I drive them straight down?
Angle them slightly away from the direction of pull. A vertical pin lifts; an angled one has to shear the soil to move.
Will they go through stony ground?
That is what the 3 mm gauge is for. A lighter pin folds over.
Do I need a mallet?
A mallet or a hammer helps in firm ground. In soft soil they push in by hand.
Are they safe around a mower?
Drive them fully home so nothing stands proud, and keep them back from the mowing line.
Can I use them to hold down a hose or cable?
Yes, that is a common use, though bury or cover the run so nothing is a trip hazard.
Will 50 be enough for my project?
At 50 cm spacing a pack covers about 25 metres of single edge. A two metre wide fabric run pinned on both edges uses about twice that.
Do they come in other lengths?
This is the 20 cm size, which is the general purpose length for fabric and turf.
Can I use them in a raised bed?
Yes, for holding fabric or liner in place.
What if the ground is frozen?
Wait. Driving a pin into frozen ground bends the pin and tears the fabric.
How much is delivery?
Shipping anywhere in Canada is CAD 25, and it is free once your order reaches CAD 100. There is one shipping service rather than a choice of speeds.
How long does delivery take?
Five to seven days, after a 24 to 48 hour handling time while the order is picked and packed.
Do you ship across the whole of Canada?
Yes, to any Canadian address, at the same flat rate and in the same 5 to 7 days once the order has been handled. We ship to Canadian addresses only.
Is there a minimum order?
No. The per metre and per section ranges are sold by the unit, so you can order one metre or one section if that is all you need.
Can I change my mind after it arrives?
Yes, under this shop's own policy. Canada has no general cooling-off period for an online purchase, so this is our policy rather than a legal right: you have 15 days from delivery, the goods come back in resaleable condition at your cost, and the refund covers the goods but not the original shipping charge. Nothing is deducted for handling. Email us with your order number first.
What if the item is faulty or not what was described?
That is a separate right under your province's consumer protection and sale of goods law, and it does not depend on the 15 days. You can ask for a repair, a replacement or a refund, and we pay the return postage.
Who pays return postage if I simply change my mind?
You do, unless the item is faulty or we sent the wrong thing.
Can I cancel before it ships?
Yes, free of charge. Email us with your order number within 12 hours: orders are handled within 24 to 48 hours, and once one has shipped it can no longer be cancelled.
How do I track my order?
You get a confirmation email with a tracking number once the order ships. Items in one order can travel in separate parcels.
What payment methods do you take?
Card payment and PayPal, both through a secure checkout. Card details are handled by the payment provider and never reach this site.
What currency are prices in?
Canadian dollars, and that is what your card is charged.
Do you sell to trade or in bulk?
Yes. Use the wholesale quote page with the lengths and quantities you need and we will come back with a price.
The complete guide
Pinning weed fabric so it stays pinned
3 min readGardenEdge Canada
There are two jobs people buy pins for, and they need different pins.
Holding lightweight edging or fabric in soft, settled loam is a job for the nylon spiral spikes: nothing to rust and nothing to stain a path.
Holding heavy woven fabric or turf, in clay or stony ground, or anywhere exposed to wind, is a job for these. Steel at 3 mm goes through material that turns a nylon spike, and the U shape spreads the hold across two legs instead of one shank.
The galvanising is the detail that decides whether you get them back. Electroplated pins come out of wet ground rusted and one use only; hot dipped ones come out clean enough to reuse for years.
One practical note: drive them at a slight angle away from the pull rather than straight down. A vertical pin lifts; an angled one has to shear the soil to move.
Shipping is CAD 25 anywhere in Canada, and free once your order reaches CAD 100.
You have 15 days from delivery to change your mind under this shop's own returns policy. Canada has no general cooling-off period for an online purchase, so that is our policy rather than a legal right: the goods come back at your cost in resaleable condition, the refund covers the goods but not the original shipping charge, and nothing is deducted for handling. Faulty or misdescribed goods are a separate matter under your province's consumer protection law.
Not sure which material suits your ground, or how many metres a curved bed needs? Ask before you order. Free shipping across Canada on orders over $100.
U-Shaped Garden Stakes (pack of 50) sold by GardenEdge Canada at gardenedge.net.
11 gauge steel pins that go through fabric and stay put. Galvanised 20 cm staples in packs of 50. For weed fabric, turf and anything the wind wants to move.
Price CAD 39 per pack of 50.
Material: Hot dipped galvanised steel.
Gauge: 11 gauge (3 mm).
Length: 20 cm.
Shape: U shaped, sharp cut ends.
Pack size: 50.
Suits: Weed barrier fabric, artificial turf, sod, ground cover, pet and garden fencing, plastic sheeting.
Shipping across Canada costs CAD 25 and is free on orders of CAD 100 or more. Orders ship to Canadian addresses only.
Nothing in this range is cut to a customer's measurement before it ships: the sections are supplied whole and the customer trims them if a shorter run is needed. Canada has no general cooling-off period for an online purchase, so what covers a change of mind here is this shop's own returns policy: 15 days from delivery, return postage at the customer's cost, the original shipping charge not refunded and nothing deducted for handling. Provincial consumer protection and sale of goods law covers faulty, unsafe or misdescribed goods separately, and nothing in the returns policy limits it.
