Gravel driveways are an affordable and long-lasting alternative to concrete or paved driveways. Combining gravel with a driveway grid helps the gravel stay in place, the surface stay even, and allows water to drain away from the surface more easily – which is ideal given the weather in Sussex!
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The Benefits of a Gravel Driveway
Gravel driveways are a low-maintenance surface where you only need to occasionally rake it to level it as stones will spread through regular use of the driveway or patio; however, installing a driveway grid will help to prevent the gravel from moving too much. As the gravel within the grave grid driveway is loose and not fixed with cement or resin, it also allows water to freely drain between the gaps.
Properties in areas with heavy rainfall or which are near sea level are best served by a gravel driveway. Brighton homeowners are particularly fond of gravel driveways for this reason. Do you think your property would benefit from a gravel-grid driveway? Hove, Brighton, and Sussex customers should call Sussex Driveways for professional gravel driveway installation.
Gravel Driveway Installation Services in Hove & Brighton
Gravel grid driveways are easily maintained and do not break or become damaged in the manner of concrete or paving slabs. When needed, a thin additional layer of gravel can easily be added to the top of the driveway to refresh it, without the need for expensive specialist skills or equipment. Looking for a gravel driveway? Sussex Driveways can help!
More Designs
Resin
Durable, long-lasting resin bound driveways are quickly becoming one of the most popular driveway options we supply.
Tarmac/Asphalt
Tried and tested – tarmac is easy to install, which makes it ideal for installation in car parks and larger driveways.
Cobblestones
Durable and stain resistant, cobblestone driveways can add a touch of rustic charm to any property.
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Grass Grid Turf-Super
For those who want a natural looking driveway, a grass grid provides a strong, durable and even surface without visible stone.
Gravel
A fully-permeable, easily maintainable gravel driveway means there is no need for additional drainage systems to be installed.
Tar and Chippings
A low-cost tar and chippings driveway is a suitable option for those who value convenience and function over looks.
Patio Slabs
With a large variety of colours and varieties of paving slabs to choose from, we can match the design of your existing structure.
Bricks
With a variety of styles available, solid brick driveways are perfect for complimenting existing brick structures.
Block Paving
Reliable and cost-effective, block paving has consistently been the UK’s most popular driveway material for years.
Natural Sandstone
Sandstone driveways are known to be tough and suited to continuous use due to their large percentage of quartz.
Concrete
Concrete is low-cost and extremely easy to install and maintain. Our durable concrete driveways can last up to thirty years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which material is used in a gravel driveway?
Gravel refers to a collection of small pieces of stone, sometimes also mixed with clay and sand. There are as many varieties of gravel as there are different types of stones. Limestone, chippings, and quarry run are just some of the varieties which are popular in the South East. Whichever design you have in mind, you will be able to select a variety of gravel which matches or compliments your existing property.
What is the durability of a gravel driveway?
Gravel driveways will last a lifetime if they are properly installed and maintained. If you lay gravel grids beforehand, the driveway will last even longer since the arrangement of each grid avoids gravel migration. Rather than “repairing” your gravel driveway, you can simply add another thin layer of gravel on the surface when needed.