Gravelrings
Gravel grid system
Building a driveway on a slope can be a bit of an art form. Sure, it looks impressive — that sweeping curve leading up to the house — but the reality of keeping gravel in place on a gradient? That’s where things can get messy.
Rainwater, tyres, and gravity don’t exactly work in your favour. One week your gravel looks perfect, and the next it’s migrated halfway down the drive. But don’t worry — there’s a way to stop the slip-and-slide for good.
Meet Gravelrings: Beauxfort’s clever driveway grid system designed to keep your gravel right where you want it, no matter how steep things get.
Let’s be honest — gravel and slopes have never been best friends. The moment rain hits, stones start to shift, creating uneven patches and ruts. Vehicles only make it worse: accelerating, braking, or even turning the wheels slightly can send gravel downhill in waves.
Before you know it, you’ve got a bare patch at the top, a pile-up at the bottom, and a maintenance headache in between.
The culprit? A lack of structure beneath the surface. Traditional gravel driveways rely on loose material sitting on compacted ground — great for level surfaces, not so much for gradients.
Here’s where Gravelrings come in. These discreet driveway grids form a hidden support system beneath your gravel, holding every stone securely in place.
Each panel features circular cells with a mesh base — a clever design that locks the gravel within each ring, stopping it from migrating or slipping downhill. The grids connect together to form one continuous, stable layer that can handle heavy vehicles, changing weather, and even the steepest of slopes.
It’s smart engineering, but you won’t see it — because once installed, Gravelrings disappear completely under the surface, leaving you with a perfectly level, natural-looking gravel drive.
If you’re planning to build or upgrade a sloped gravel driveway, here’s how to make sure it stands the test of time:
Start by checking how steep your slope is. Anything up to around 10% is ideal for gravel. If it’s steeper, you might want to break it up with flat sections or retaining edges to help control water flow.
A strong, compacted sub-base is essential. Use MOT Type 1 or similar and make sure it’s level and well-drained. Any dips or soft spots will cause uneven wear later on.
Once your base is ready, lay the Gravelrings panels. They interlock easily and can be cut to shape around curves, drains, or garden borders. The mesh base beneath each grid keeps the gravel evenly distributed — no more sinking or sliding.
Choose clean, angular gravel around 10–20mm in size. The angular shape helps the stones lock together naturally. Fill the grids until the surface is level, give it a quick rake, and that’s it — your sloped driveway is good to go.
Gravelrings aren’t just about keeping things neat — they’re designed for real performance. Here’s what makes them stand out:
The days of fighting against gravity are over. With Gravelrings, you can have that beautiful, natural-looking gravel driveway you’ve always wanted — without the mess or maintenance.
It’s strong, stylish, and sustainable — a true permeable driveway solution that performs brilliantly on slopes and looks good doing it.
Whether you’re renovating an existing drive or starting from scratch, Beauxfort’s Gravelrings make it easy to build a surface that stays smooth, tidy, and firmly in place, season after season.
