Permeable paving for effective stormwater management with PaveDrain
We offer permeable paving solutions tailored to your project and requirements — whether it involves a driveway, patio, car park, or a larger stormwater management scheme.
PaveDrain is specially developed spacers for permeable paving and sustainable drainage systems (SuDS). PaveDrain goes under the category of permeable pavement. It means that you avoid surface water that gathers on your terrace, your driveway, tile path, or other pavement. PaveDrain allows the water to seep down between the tiles into the underground. PaveDrain is a spacer for tile pavement with open joints. The spacer functions as support and strengthening of the open 20 mm joint so the paving is controlled, held together, and uniform. Thus, you easily ensure drainage for rainwater, along with a beautiful and uniform overall impression of your pavement.
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With PaveDrain, you get a solution that ensures efficient drainage of rainwater while contributing to a more climate-friendly management of surface water.
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PaveDrain is referred to as permeable pavement. It means that the joint size between the tiles is at a minimum of 10% of the entire pavement. It ensures optimal possibilities for excess water and rainwater to seep down. The function of PaveDrain lies in the interaction with the correct underground material. The underground material is a base layer of pebble, which is divided into multiple layers with the coarsest layer at the bottom. Then comes a middle layer and a screed. The screed, which is the finest, is a part of the joint material. Sand is not used in this type of construction. You can calculate how many PaveDrain you need for your project here.
The bottom of permeable pavement functions as a rainwater reservoir and can, therefore, absorb volumes from cloudbursts. Consequently, the pavement is quick to dry and you avoid puddles. There is no need for a slope with this type of pavement. For the correct installation, the interaction between stone and joint dimension should be 10-14% open surface for traffic class T2.
PaveDrain can be used across a wide range of projects where effective surface water management is required.
Permeable driveway
A permeable driveway can reduce problems with standing water and improve rainwater drainage around your property. PaveDrain is a practical, low-maintenance solution for permeable driveway installations.
Patios and outdoor areas
If you experience water pooling on your patio after heavy rain, a permeable paving solution can help redirect the water and create a more functional outdoor space.
Car parks
PaveDrain is well suited to car parks and parking areas, where large paved surfaces place high demands on stormwater management.
Urban spaces and commercial projects
Permeable block paving is also widely used in larger SuDS schemes and climate adaptation projects in urban environments.
PaveDrain is manufactured of Polyethylene High-Density plastic, also known as PEHD. This type of plastic is 100% non-toxic and gentle for the environment
You can learn more about PEHD here, as well as how we work with reusing worn out products through circular economy.
PEHD can also endure heavy traffic from cars and trucks without breaking. Consequently, you can easily use PaveDrain in e.g. your driveway. Additionally, PaveDrain is resistant to temperatures from +100 °C down to -50 °C.
Before you start your tiling project, it may be a good idea to consider what you will primarily use your covering for: Is it a terrace to walk on, or will there be heavy traffic? Take a look at ours Gallery for PaveDrain, and get inspired here.
Once you have the dimensions for your project, it can still be difficult to figure out how many spacers you need to use for the project. We have made it easy for you to calculate with our PaveDrain calculator. Click here to enter and calculate, how many PaveDrains your project needs.
If you have any questions, or if you want sparring on your project, you are always welcome to contact us
Permeable paving is a surface that allows rainwater to pass through and infiltrate the ground beneath, rather than running into the drainage system.
SuDS stands for Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems and covers solutions that manage rainwater locally rather than routing it through the sewer network.
Common SuDS methods include permeable paving, rain gardens, soakaways, and other solutions for rainwater infiltration and attenuation.
Yes, permeable paving is commonly used for driveways to reduce standing water and improve surface water drainage around the property.
By using permeable paving, rainwater can be directed through the surface rather than pooling on the patio after rainfall.
The cost depends on factors such as project size, construction type, and drainage requirements. Contact us for a specific assessment.
Traditional driveway drainage channels surface water away from the area. Permeable paving handles this differently — water passes directly through the surface, often reducing or eliminating the need for conventional drainage channels.
Yes, PaveDrain can be used in both residential and commercial SuDS projects where effective local stormwater management is required.
PaveDrain T spacers
Height 35 mm and 48 mm
Field of application: PaveDrain T spacers are used for granite, marble, sandstone, brick, concrete tiles, and paving stones in general. Can also be used in brickwork, half brickwork pattern, as well as finishing a straight-lined pattern’s outer areas.
Purpose: For diagonal strength (torsional strength), increases load capacity regarding traffic, combines and locks paving area for a uniformity joint distance.
Intention: Used to protect paving against broken corners and edges (crunch) and strengthens the entire pavement area against sliding (diagonal influences) in light to heavy traffic. PaveDrain T spacers ease the paving work with simple use and ensures a uniform joint width that preserves the intended look. PaveSystem’s products are frost-proof and can be recycled.
Quantity: More than 1 piece per tile. Precise number is to be calculated on individual projects. See our calculator here. Average of 1-3 pieces per tile.
Note: Paverain T gap 15, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 is under development. Contact ud for more information.
Gap 15 mm
Gap 20 mm
Gap 25 mm
Gap 30 mm
Gap 35 mm
Gap 40 mm
Gap 45 mm
Gap 50 mm
PaveDrain X spacers
Height 35 mm and 48 mm
Field of application: PaveDrain X spacers are used for granite, marble, sandstone, brick, concrete tiles, and paving stones in general. Used for linear laying patterns.
Purpose: For diagonal strength (torsional strength), increases load capacity regarding traffic, combines and locks paving area for a uniformity joint distance.
Intention: Used to protect paving against broken corners and edges (crunch) and strengthens the entire pavement area against sliding (diagonal influences) in light to heavy traffic. PaveDrain X spacers ease the paving work with simple use and ensures a uniform joint width that preserves the intended look. PaveSystem’s products are frost-proof and can be recycled.
Quantity: More than 1 piece per tile. Precise number is to be calculated on individual projects. See our calculator here. Average of 1-3 pieces per tile.
Note: Paverain X gap 15, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 is under development. Contact ud for more information.
Gap 15 mm
Gap 20 mm
Gap 25 mm
Gap 30 mm
Gap 35 mm
Gap 40 mm
Gap 45 mm
Gap 50 mm
PaveDrain Y spacers
Height 35 mm and 48 mm
Field of application: PaveDrain Y spacers are used for granite, marble, sandstone, brick, concrete tiles, and paving stones in general. Used for hexagonal tiles.
Purpose: For diagonal strength (torsional strength), increases load capacity regarding traffic, combines and locks paving area for a uniformity joint distance.
Intention: Used to protect paving against broken corners and edges (crunch) and strengthens the entire pavement area against sliding (diagonal influences) in light to heavy traffic. PaveDrain Y spacers ease the paving work with simple use and ensures a uniform joint width that preserves the intended look. PaveSystem’s products are frost-proof and can be recycled.
Note: PaveDrain Y is a new product under development. Contact ud for more information.
Gap 15 mm
Gap 20 mm
Gap 25 mm
Gap 30 mm
Gap 35 mm
Gap 40 mm
Gap 45 mm
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