Pioneering Permeable & Resin Bound Paving Products in Australia

All StoneSet products are fully porous/permeable which allows water to penetrate the surface and flow through to the ground below. With issues surrounding flooding, pollution and preservation orders on trees, a porous surface is becoming increasingly important.

Permeable pavement uses porous materials that help rainwater absorb into the ground instead of accumulating on the paver’s surface and running off into our sewerage system. Common materials used for permeable paving include concrete, brick, stone, crushed rock and gravel.

It is the new standard employed in various applications and backed by local councils, especially in built-up urban areas, where water cannot soak into the ground and pressure is added to our stormwater systems.

The strength of our high grade resin our design process uses optimal amounts of resin creating a strong bond. This results in the particles being held firmly together at the points of contact only, leaving voids for water and air to permeate through.

Two primary benefits can be enjoyed for installing permeable pavement: 1) preventing flooding and 2) improving water quality. This material allows water to infiltrate directly through the paving and absorb into the ground rather than pooling on top. It is highly beneficial in an urban setting that consists mostly of impermeable surfaces. Compared to permeable concrete, our porous system allows a higher absorption level, which helps prevent water pollution and eliminates the amount of water runoff. As the water passes through the permeable material, the soil and the plants purify it in the process. This process eliminates any pollutants and contaminants in the water. It improves the overall quality of the surface and groundwater.

Permeable paving materials are notable for their eco-friendly benefits. It’s one of the reasons why they are a top choice for residential and commercial spaces because they not only eliminate the risk of stormwater flooding, due to rain water pooling on the surface, but they also improve the water quality on the ground. It is beneficial in areas with a high probability of erosion because the permeable pavers help to retain the soil. Also, many permeable pavers are made with recycled materials, so they also promote sustainability. Using this paving material can reduce your carbon footprint.

Permeable paving has a variety of uses and applications. It is commonly used in residential properties, such as in driveways, patios, footpaths, pool areas, and other outdoor areas. Permeable pavers are also beneficial in commercial spaces, and you will commonly find them used in parking lots, sidewalks, garden paths, etc. Public spaces like parks, playgrounds, and walking trails also use permeable pavements and are becoming more common than traditional pebble pave. The benefits of using this type of porous materials, such as reducing flooding and water run-off, are some of the reasons why they are a popular choice for commercial and residential customers. The permeable pavement also looks aesthetically pleasing, which is a bonus.

You must make a few considerations before installing permeable pavement. Taking these factors into account ensures that you can get the best performance for the installation:

• The initial design consideration is the slope of the surface where you plan on installing the new surface, as it determines if this type of paving can eliminate water runoff.
• The load-bearing capacity of the permeable paving, especially if you intend to use it in high-traffic areas or over vehicles (such as in a parking lot or driveway).
• The subgrade must be properly prepared and compacted to increase permeability.

StoneSet resin is UV stable making it the most suitable for long life and sustained colour. Flexible and strong, our unique blend allows for flexibility which, is crucial when laying StoneSet around tree roots and when overlaying concrete. The StoneSet resin is strong enough to hold the stone particles in place while maintaining optimum void content to allow for permeability. The resin does not soften in hot weather nor does it crack or lift in freezing temperatures.

We provide a wide range of colours and textures to help enable you to have freedom to design and create in your paving. To ensure your chosen colour is used, identify the name and product code of the stone and send us a message with it.

All colours can be found on our colours page.

Although our head office is in Sydney, we have trusted permeable paving driveway installers all across Australia!

Whether you’re in Kellyville, Central Coast, Newcastle, or outside of NSW, we can help organise a local permeable paving installer nearest to you install our StoneSet products.

Our footprint goes far and wide and far, with having accredited permeable paving installers in Melbourne, Brisbane & Perth, as well as regional areas across all states.

Simply reach out to our team and we’ll let you know if we have installers operating in your area.