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...
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Gravelrings vs Standard Gravel Grids: The Ultimate Guide
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...
Design considerations for sustainable car parking at commercial attractions
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....
The pros and cons of permeable surface options for driveways
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...
Why embracing Schedule 3 is good for business
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...
The mandatory incorporation of SuDS-compliant driveway surfaces will soon be on our doorstep!
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...
UK government challenges developers with biodiversity net gain targets
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....
Nutrient neutrality mitigation scheme for property developers
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...
Rising tides, rising stakes: exploring the potential impact of Schedule 3 on property developers’ driveway solutions
The UK Government has announced they will be implementing changes to the building regulations to provide a more consistent approach to the use of sustainable drainage systems. New developments and the environment will benefit from reduced flood risks and improved...
Building a gravel driveway on a slope
Beauxfort looked to dish the dirt on how homeowners feel toward the materials used in their driveway projects. The research indicated that homeowners felt the two most important factors to them when selecting a driveway were the practicality and quality of the...