Element Magazine July 2011

New paver range protects the environment

Firth’s new permeable paver range is about to be launched to the market. Permeable pavements are an alternative paving solution to traditional pavers and concrete. Storm water is able to permeate the paver (or its surrounds) which can significantly reduce peak water flow during storms. Storm water run off from traditional pavers and driveways can cause storm water systems to be overloaded in heavy downpours.

Firth's Permeable Paver system also preserves water quality. Storm water contains pollutants such as chemicals, fertilizers, sediment and oils, destroying the quality of water flowing into catchment areas. Permeable pavers permit rainwater to be absorbed by the ground underneath with any contaminants filtered by the greywacke aggregate sub-base beneath the pavers.

 

Commercial - Suitable for low traffic use such as car parks, access roads to townhouse developments and other low traffic commercial situations

Commercial - Porous 80mm Holland Black Sands - similar to no-fines concrete

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Paver : Holland

Size: 80mm

Colours: Black Sands & Natural

Types: No fines concrete - allows water to permeate through the paver

Enlarged nib - a solid Paver where the joints are enlarged allowing water to flow through the gaps between the pavers

 

 

Residential - Suitable for driveways, patios and outdoor areas

Residential Driveway - Permeable 80mm Holland Natural (enlarged nib)

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Paver : Holland

Size: 60mm & 50mm

Colours: Black Sands & Natural

Types: No fines concrete - allows water to permeate through the paver

Enviro paver - a solid paver without corners which are filled with pebbles or stone chip allowing the run off water to flow through

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