Weed control fabric is a permeable, woven or spun-bond ground cover. Water and air pass through it, so it suits orchards, landscaping and permanent beds where you want suppression for several years.
Mulch film is a solid plastic sheet laid over raised beds. It warms the soil, keeps moisture in and boosts early yield, but is normally replaced each season.
They are often used together: fabric between rows for long term control, film on the planting bed for temperature and moisture. Pairing either with drip irrigation gives the best water efficiency.
Weight or gauge, width and UV resistance are the three things to specify. Share your row spacing and expected service life and we will quote both options.