Permeable laneways and patios

Permeable paving encompases many different building materials; however, it's preferable to make sustainable choices & to install permeable pavers & patios to allow water to flow through the surface. While non-porous materials direct water to storm-drains, these porous surfaces help ground water recharge by allowing water to permeate into the ground. These alternative materials can also filter pollutants & solids from the water as it percolates through them. Permeable paving is becoming more popular among Green home, LEED & Eco-friendly home owners in the past couple of years as the benefits become better known & products improve. These paving option doesn’t just look good; they're beneficial to our built environment. Consider permeable paving slabs or pavers in large walkways, driveways or patios for your next sustainable garden project , relax & enjoy outdoors knowing you're helping nature around your home every time it rains.

Pulling weeds from an interlock paver stone walk way.
Permeable laneways and patios

How to Remove Weeds From Patios and Between Paver Stones Without Using Chemicals

Weeds growing in the cracks between patio stones and pavers is unavoidable, but can be easily taken care of. See our chemical-free solutions for weed removal here. A guide to non-toxic weed removal on patios Are there weeds growing in cracks between flagstones or pavers that are driving you nuts? Almost enough to…

Permeable laneways and patios

Permeable Landscaping: a Guide to Managing Roof Runoff and Stormwater

Managing stormwater on your property with permeable pavers and landscaping prevents pollutants from entering waterways and reduces the risk of basement flooding. Why are permeable landscapes so important? Worrying about where your stormwater goes after it runs off your roof or down your laneway is becoming a bigger…

Reduced carbon concrete patio blocks and CMU
Permeable laneways and patios

Reducing emissions with CO² cured-concrete

This type of concrete reduces the carbon emissions by 70%, fuel consumption by 30% and water use by 80%. A new cement block manufacturing process developed by an American company named Solidia Technologies® produces 40% fewer emissions during manufacturing than conventional concrete, resulting in a dramatically…

Permeable laneways and patios

Water-permeable landscaping surfaces

How to create landscaping surfaces that allow for the absorption of storm water. Permeable pavers or paving stones are best for driveways and paths Gaining an understanding of the importance of stormwater management may steer you towards a design and product choice in interlocking paver stones, which will help you…