Gravel Driveway Grids
Heavy duty gravel grids for driveway stabilisation. Provides a solid, churn-free and flood free gravel base for any vehicle size.
- Protects and stabilises gravel areas
- Improves water drainage
- Invisible when installed
- Quick and easy install
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Recommended Applications & Uses
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QUICK OVERVIEW |
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Weight handling The load-bearing capacity are reliant on ground conditions and the installation guides being followed |
250 tonne |
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Grass stabilisation & protection |
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Gravel stabilisation & reinforcement |
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Slows water drainage |
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Reduces muddy areas, clogging and slows grass wear |
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Temporary or permanent? |
Permanent |
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Invisible when installed? |
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PUBLIC AREA APPLICATIONS |
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General grass protection |
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Pedestrian walkways (light daily use) |
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Pedestrian walkways (medium daily use) |
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Pedestrian walkways (heavy daily use) |
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Pedestrian walkways (inc bikes and wheelchairs) |
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Wheel chair access routes |
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ANIMAL APPLICATIONS |
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Chicken coops and runs |
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Prevent dogs from digging |
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Equine paddocks |
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Equestrian surfaces |
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VEHICLE APPLICATIONS |
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Car driveway (residential) |
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Carpark (ad hoc public use) |
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Carpark (daily public use) |
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Carpark (constant daily use) |
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Parking on verges |
– See Grass Protection Mats
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Caravan parking |
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Motorhome parking |
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Emergency vehicle access route |
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Light aircraft |
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Construction vehicles |
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Lorries |
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Airstrip parking |
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Helicopter landing pad |
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LEISURE APPLICATIONS |
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Golf course buggy paths |
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School playground |
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Soft play |
– see rubber playground mat
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BUILDINGS & BASE APPLICATIONS |
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Construction site portable buildings |
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Shed |
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Greenhouse |
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Garden office |
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Shipping container |
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Animal runs and houses |
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DECORATIVE APPLICATIONS |
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Green walls |
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Green roofs |
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Artificial turf applications |
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FLOOD & EROSION APPLICATIONS |
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Embankment stability |
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Erosion control – slope?? |
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Water run off |
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SUITABLE FILLING MATERIAL |
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Grass |
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Plants and soil |
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Gravel |
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Stone |
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Rubber chippings |
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Max fill size |
20mm |
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SPECIFICATION |
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Weight load handling The load-bearing capacity are reliant on ground conditions and the installation guides being followed |
250mt |
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Delivered as |
Tile |
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Material |
HDPE |
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Made from recycled material? |
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Can be recycled after use? |
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Rot resistant |
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Frost resistant |
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UV Stabilised |
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Weight per meter |
4.14kg |
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Depth (mm) |
40 |
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Colour |
Black |
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Hole shape |
Circular |
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Hole size |
63mm x 63mm |
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STANDARDS |
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SuDS Compliant SuDS work by slowing and holding back the water that runs off from a site. |
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BS 7533-3:2005 + A1:2009 Code of practice for laying precast concrete paving blocks and clay pavers for flexible pavements |
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BS1377-4:1990+A2:2002 Adheres to compaction related tests |
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INSTALLATION |
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Attach to ground |
None required, lay directly on the ground |
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Attach multiple rolls together |
Interlocking (i) |
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Ease of Install |
Easy |
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Instructions |
Download |
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Can be installed on uneven ground? |
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Strengthens grass / ground |
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Allows grass to grow through |
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Invisible when grass has grown through |
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Allows water through for drainage |
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Improves surface grip |
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Grass can be mowed after install |
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Maintenance required |
Very low maintenance – may require patching/replacing if purposely damaged/vandalised |
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How to cut |
Saw or angle grinder |
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Temporary or permanent |
Permanent |
Measuring Instructions
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Calculating Square M
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To calculate the square meter of an area simply measure the width and length of an area then multiply the two numbers together.
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Calculating Square M of Irregular Areas
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If you are measuring multiple areas or the area is an odd shape it may be easier to measure the area in sections.
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Installation Instructions
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Step 1 – Mark the area
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Mark the exact area where you plan to install the grids. |
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Step 2 – Dig
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Dig a 140mm hole Alternatively, you can skip to step 7 if you already have a hard surface. |
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Step 3 – Add weed block
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Unroll weed block geotextile to stop weeds from growing up through the surface once the installation is complete. |
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Step 4 – Add basecourse
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Lay an 80mm deep layer of bascourse Alternatively, lay 60mm if the area will be subjected to less frequent traffic or lighter vehicles. |
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Step 5 – Compact basecourse
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Compact the basecourse layer with a base compactor |
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Step 6 – Add sand
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Add a 10mm layer of sand then compact the sand. |
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Step 7 – Lay the grids
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Starting from a corner, place the plastic driveway grids on top of the sand interlocking them together (i) Tread on the pavers as you lay them to push them into the sand keeping them in place
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Step 8 – Compact driveway grids
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When the area is fully covered compact the |
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Step 9 – Cut to size
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If there is overlapping, cut to size using an angle grinder or power saw. Get someone to help hold in place whilst you cut for stability. |
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Step 10 – Fill the gravel grids
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Fill with gravel of you choice
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FAQs
Are gravel grids suitable for large vehicles?
Yes. They can hold any sized vehicle including fire engines, large construction vehicles, lorries, and aircraft. The maximum load capacity is 250 tonnes
What’s the best way to cut driveway grids to size?
Either a power saw or angle grinder will be able to cut through the plastic. The plastic is extremely tough so the angle grinder will be quicker to complete the job. We suggest asking someone to hold the paver steady whilst you cut to reduce the chances of slipping.
How many driveway grids do I need to cover 1 square meter
You will need x9 to cover 1 square meter. Please see the calculation guide at the top of this page to be able to calcuate the quantity that you need for any size area.
Are they suitable to put a shed on?
Yes, they are often used as shed bases.
