When it comes to porous paving, some old-fashioned builders and road engineers worry. There’s something wrong with water easily seeping through roads like a sponge. Water should run off the pavement—not through them.
It used to, but modern builders say: ‘Not anymore.’

More builders have come to accept the use of porous asphalt and pervious concrete for sidewalks, playgrounds, driveways, roads and parking lots. This ‘Rice Crispy’ textured pavement defies all odds by reducing the amount of polluted water runoff, which damages streams, lakes and nearby homes.

[b]Anatomy of a Rice Crispy Road[/b]

Permeable roads aren’t too different from the conventional ones. Instead of completely solid asphalt or concrete, it’s a mixture of rock and liquid, which creates interconnected air pockets that allow easy access for water.
Underneath the layer of asphalt or concrete follows multiple layers of gravel, which also allows water to pass through it. In most cases, the gravel layer is thicker compared to regular pavement. During installation, extra caution is necessary to keep the pavement from compacting the native soil.

[b]When Water Seeps In[/b]

Porous pavements are known for allowing water to easily seep through. Traditional builders question this quality, insisting it’s not beneficial. On the contrary, porous paving is helpful, especially during heavy rainfalls.
When storms come, sewer systems experience overwhelming trouble, and the ground receives little benefit from natural irrigation. With permeable materials, the ground easily captures water runoff, absorbs it, and keeps the ground clean during the process.
Also, by allowing the water to seep in, surrounding areas require less man-made irrigation. Apart from reducing the amount of water you use, it also saves you money.

[b]Better Aesthetics[/b]

Concrete can look boring; permeable surfaces grant a better look. No need to put up with the unattractive appearance and smelly asphalt. Porous pavements come in different shapes, styles and sizes.

Join the new wave of builders by using porous pavement. All of StoneSet’s products use high quality materials, resulting in sturdy paving worth your time and money. And you also save the environment. Call us today for more information: [b]http://www.stoneset.com.au/[/b]