Concrete: Best for driveways and parking areas, because concrete can stand up to the weight of cars driving and parking on it. Dig down to a sufficient depth to accomodate both the sub-base, a 10 - 20mm sand layer and the Enduragrid height.

After digging out the driveway, the next stage would to lay a very stable foundation for the gravel driveway. At this stage, you will definitely need gravel reinforcement materials like grids and meshes. Such products should only be sourced from reliable companies such as MatsGrids. While selecting for the paving material, you should go for the reliable and permeable materials from MatsGrids™. This is mainly because such gravel reinforcement grids and meshes are strong enough for use in either domestic or commercial driveways, car parks and pathways. The products should also be able to withstand heavy traffic and harsh environmental conditions, including weather. Grassrings Grass Cell is different to other products called either Turf Reinforcement Mesh or Diamond Mesh. Since these Grass Protection Mesh products are generally light duty extruded plastic, they are usually placed above the grass. Mud Control! – When water is kept draining (thanks gravity!) it will seep into the sub-base and help control mud. Gravel driveways used to form muddy spots and potholes – but by using a grid system the water flows away from the surface. No more mud!Refill the Enduragrid area with pea gravel (typically ~10mm diameter), wood chippings, other aggregate or soil. Optionally you can seed with grass if soil is used.

The next job was to begin installing the X-Grid®. They laid 4 panels at a time starting in one corner working their way across the full area simply attaching each piece together as they went along thanks to X-Grid®’s specially designed slot and peg system. This was a simple process once they had got the hang of laying the grids. Permeable paving is the term frequently used for systems like Ecogrid – which allow water to drain or permeate into your base. In the past, asphalt was the top choice for driveways because it was simple and cheap to install. Putting in a plastic grid system is slightly more expensive but here are some of the benefits:Muddy lawns can be a nightmare but grass pavers stabilize the entire surface of your lawn even during a major storm. By providing a layer of solid and level ground for grass to hold onto, flooding won’t cause as much damage. A plastic grid system of permeable pavers also prevents rutting and maintains stability even against heavy rain. Furthermore, if you have furry critters running around, it also can keep them from getting down and dirty in the mud and diggers won’t stand a chance. Residential Grass Driveway installation using grass pavers manufactured by TRUEGRID®. Over the years we have worked on a range of projects, from multiple car parks for the 2014 Commonwealth Games to residential driveways. Gridforce have retained ongoing customer loyalty due to the Superior low density product (less brittle) we provide, as well as the personalised service we give. The Gridforce ground protection system has many benefits and with years of industry knowledge, the Gridforce team are able to offer professional advice, based on practical experience. Other materials like concrete and asphalt are not porous. As such, using such materials on your driveways may lead to flooding in your home when it rains. Gravel, on the other hand is porous and allows all the rain water to percolate to the lower layers of the soil. Therefore, you can use gravel to mitigate flooding of rainwater in your home.

If you want instant gratification, sod it. Cut squares to fit the cells and lay them in. You’ll have your green drive done by sundown. Unless you live in Seattle or the Gulf Coast where you get regular gully washers, choose a drought-tolerant variety such as buffalo grass so you don’t negate the eco-friendly paver drive by putting hundreds of gallons of water on it to keep it alive. Other good grasses that can stand up to two tons of steel driving on them are zoysia, Bermuda, St. Augustine, and ornamental sedge. These Ecogrid systems are so easy to install that they frequently get used for extra parking. If you ever need an extra parking place – don’t park on your lawn – install an area for your bikes, cars or trailers – in just a day. They can be used to help control mud and erosion, and give your family a space that is green instead of a slab of concrete! Grass Reinforcement Grids control lawn erosion and protect lawn areas from rutting caused by vehicle wheels. Our grass protection grid panel system has been uniquely designed for use with aggregates, soil and for grass seed. What can you expect from Gridforce? Storm Water Control – when it rains or pours the water carries the pollutants from a car straight into most drains. These drains often feed directly into the lakes and streams. When water can flow into the soil it will become naturally filtered.Stormwater BMP – Reduces storm water runoff significantly and improves water quality with natural pollution filtration and treatment. Parking lots, access roads, and driveways installed with GD Grass are stabilized so turf can grow, with no ruts or sinking, and all the beauty and benefits of a natural, green surface. For pedestrian and other light duty applications: Unless the ground is particularly poorly drained or unstable, Enduragrid can be laid directly on to the soil - It should only be laid on ground that is firm. Fill up the grid’s hollow space with loam soil and flatten it out with a rake when it has been entirely submerged and laid out. Watering down the grid system aids with soil compaction.

In 2017, when Hurricane Harvey hit Houston, the United States Geological Survey noted that a lot of hardscapes were responsible for increased flooding. Green pavers now come to our rescue. This article discusses the importance of green pavement and its effect on our environment; the different types and steps involved in building your grass driveway. Are grass driveways good? The gravel driveway grids from MatsGrids have been tried and tested. As such, they have been proven to be strong and durable under extreme conditions. If you are considering laying gravel on your driveways or car parking lot, you should only buy the ground materials, including gravel driveway grids from MatsGrids. I’m an expert on green driveways – with gravel or grass – and have helped people build parking areas and green driveways around the UK. I spend part of my day with architects and homeowners – figuring out ways to “Build Green”! Last year there were thousands of driveways built across the UK using Ecogrid with thyme, sedums and of course grass. GD Grass is a turf stabilizing system, a green choice for low-impact parking. GD Grass Reinforcement grids provide amazing stability, grass protection and sustainable drainage, while delivering the desirable visual and natural effect of grass paving. A beautiful, sustainable and economical solution to manage storm water and reduce heat island effects in public places, parking and traffic areas.Records the default button state of the corresponding category & the status of CCPA. It works only in coordination with the primary cookie. Start from the bottom of your driveway and start placing the grid about an inch below street level. Cover the entire area with the grid and snap the pieces together. Do not cut pieces to fit into odd shapes until the grid is completely laid down.