If you’re going to lay a gravel driveway, you first need a sub-base. This will prevent your grid and gravel from simply sinking into the soil. It will also support load bearing. The difficulty is that this raises a lot of questions. There are all kinds of sub-bases...
We’re all familiar with the sight of half-bare gravel driveways, where the stones have been pushed to one side or into ridges. Muddy puddles and dirt make up the rest of the space. Ruining both the aesthetic and the function. Driveway grids were devised to address...
When it comes to paving solutions for your driveway, car parks, or pathways, there are only really two suitable options you should consider—gravel or grass grids? Deciding between the two can often cause a bit of a headache, with both offering unique advantages and...
If you’ve ever used a gravel driveway, you’ll likely be aware that they have one major fault: gravel is mobile. So, while they look good and are cost-effective to put in, over time the gravel will disperse. It’ll be dislodged by wheels, kicked by children, pushed into...
Sustainability is top of mind for landscape and building professionals, with 87% seeking sustainable materials for their projects. With Schedule 3 coming into force in England the demand for reliable, permeable attractive landscapes will only continue to rise....
In January this year, the Government published plans to make the incorporation of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) mandatory in new developments in England, with plans to implement the legislation in 2024. Many landscapers and homeowners will already be aware of...
In 2024, we can expect to see the implementation in England of Schedule 3 of the Flood and Water Management Act 2010, intended to better control flooding and wastewater discharges. Schedule 3 will provide a framework for the approval and adoption of sustainable...
In January this year, the Government published plans to make the incorporation of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) mandatory in new developments in England. This is a result of a review into the implementation of Schedule 3 to The Flood and Water Management Act...
The UK government has set out an Environmental Improvement Plan to revitalise British soil and replenish countryside and coastlines. The 25-year Environmental Plan goal is to achieve a growing and resilient land, water and sea network richer in plants and wildlife....
New housing developments have helped increase the pollution in rivers, lakes and wetlands. New homes contribute to the problem by increasing wastewater, sewage and construction site runoff escaping into nearby waterways. These factors increase the environmental risk...