Drivable Grass®: The Permeable Paving Revolution.
Drivable Grass® is an innovative, flexible concrete paving system that bridges the gap between structural integrity and natural aesthetics. Restore the earth’s natural ability to absorb water without sacrificing the heavy-duty load-bearing capacity your project demands. Structural strength that softens
Features & Benefits:
A Living Surface
Blend utility with beauty. Whether filled with lush, green turf or decorative stone, Drivable Grass® adds curb appeal to your landscape and compliments surrounding hardscape, while providing a stable surface for vehicles.
Advanced Root Zone Protection
Designed for growth. Drivable Grass is the superior choice for planting and adding green space to your design. Our engineered concrete paving system allows for deep, unrestricted root penetration. By shielding the root crown from direct tire contact and surface pressure, it fosters a healthier, more resilient turf than any other product on the market.
Intelligent Stormwater Management
Manage runoff at the source. The advanced, open-cell design allows rainwater to percolate naturally into the ground. This recharges local groundwater, filters pollutants, and significantly reduces your site’s drainage footprint.
Unified Flexibility
Move with the earth, not against it. Traditional pavement cracks under tension; Drivable Grass® flexes. This eliminates vertical displacement and ensures a long-lasting, low-maintenance finish even in shifting soil conditions.
Heavy-Duty Performance
From recreational vehicles to fire trucks. Engineered for extreme strength, our system provides a firm, stable surface capable of supporting heavy emergency vehicles (H-20 Loading).
Drivable Turf®: The Maintenance-Free Permeable Solution
For projects that require high-performance permeability in challenging climates or low-sunlight areas, Drivable Turf® offers the ultimate “set-and-forget” solution. By integrating pre-cut, professional-grade synthetic turf directly with our flexible concrete mats, you achieve a lush, evergreen aesthetic—no irrigation or mowing required.
Features & Benefits:
Low-Impact Installation
Built for the road. Our synthetic fibers are UV-stabilized and engineered to withstand the weight and torque of vehicle tires. Unlike standard turf, which can breakdown or tear under pressure, Drivable Turf® is reinforced by the concrete mat to maintain its integrity for years.
Instant Green Aesthetic
Beauty on day one. Achieve the look of a perfectly manicured lawn the moment installation is complete. Drivable Turf® remains vibrant and lush regardless of climate, heavy shade, or local water conservation mandates.
Zero Maintenance Landscape
Lower your overhead. Eliminates the costs and labor associated with mowing, weeding, fertilizing, and irrigation. It is the ideal choice for high-traffic commercial zones, remote vacation properties, and urban infill projects.
Permeability
Maximum permeability. Like its counterpart, Drivable Turf® was designed for permeability. The system allows water to flow through the synthetic fibers of the turf and concrete pavers directly into the subgrade, ensuring rapid groundwater recharge
The Best of Both Worlds
Innovation Without Compromise.
Whether you choose the living breathability of Drivable Grass® or the pristine, low-maintenance finish of Drivable Turf®, you are investing in a system that prioritizes structural strength, design flexibility, and environmental responsibility. Both solutions transform traditional, uninspired hardscapes into functional, permeable extensions of the natural landscape.
Redefine Your Surface.
It’s time to move beyond the limitations of solid, non-permeable pavement. Let’s collaborate on a high-performance system that works with nature rather than against it. Whether you are solving for complex stormwater regulations or simply looking to enhance your property’s aesthetic, our team is ready to help.
Connect with one of our design professionals today to guide your project planning and technical specifications.
Infills
A variety of infill options are available for Drivable Grass®. Select the best option based on your project’s design and intended use.
Seed
Seeded turf grass is the most common infill used with Drivable Grass®. Typically it is a Kentucky Bluegrass/Perennial Rye mix for the north and a Bermuda hybrid, St. Augustine or Zoysia grass for the south. Check with your local seed provider and ask for a grass mix that handles traffic well.
Sod
Sod can be installed over the Drivable Grass® mats and will set roots through the product in just a few weeks. Sod is only recommended for areas that will receive infrequent vehicle traffic, such as utility access easements/fire lanes.
Decomposed Granite
Decomposed granite or sand-based materials can be used as an infill where the site is relatively flat. NOTE: Do not use limestone screenings or stone dust in cold climates or where drainage is desired.
Stone
Stone infill for Drivable Grass® should be sized “3/8-inch minus”. Crushed rock with sharp angles that help lock the stone in place is recommended for vehicular applications.
Drivable Turf®
Artificial turf offers a low maintenance alternative to conventional turf.
Typical
| TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DRIVABLE GRASS® DETAIL FOR PLANTING |
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| TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DRIVABLE GRASS® DETAIL FOR SOD PLANTING |
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| TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DRIVABLE GRASS® DETAIL WITH AGGREGATE INFILL |
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| TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DRIVABLE GRASS® DETAIL WITH DECOMPOSED GRANITE INFILL |
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| TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DRIVABLE GRASS® DETAIL WITH DRIVABLE TURF® INFILL |
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| DRIVABLE GRASS® NON-PLANTED SPIKING DETAIL FOR VEHICULAR ACCESS |
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| DRIVABLE GRASS® PROFESSIONAL CONCRETE TO DRIVABLE GRASS TRANSITION DETAIL |
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| DRIVABLE GRASS® TRANSITION DETAIL TO SOFT EDGE |
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| PARKING DELINEATION FOR DRIVABLE GRASS® DETAIL |
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Water Storage
| TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DRIVABLE GRASS® WATER STORAGE DETAIL WITH AGGREGATE INFILL |
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| TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DRIVABLE GRASS® WATER STORAGE DETAIL WITH DRIVABLE TURF® |
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| TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DRIVABLE GRASS® WATER STORAGE DETAIL WITH GRASS INFILL |
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Drainage
| TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL PLANTED ARCHED DRAINAGE SWALE DETAIL |
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| TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL NON-PLANTED ARCHED DRAINAGE SWALE DETAIL |
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| TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL PLANTED LOW FLOW CHANNEL DETAIL |
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| TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL NON-PLANTED LOW FLOW CHANNEL DETAIL |
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| TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DRIVABLE GRASS NON-PLANTED STAKING DETAIL FOR DRAINAGE |
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Irrigation
| SUBSURFACE DRIP IRRIGATION FOR DRIVABLE GRASS® WITH SOD |
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| SUBSURFACE DRIP IRRIGATION FOR DRIVABLE GRASS® WITH SEED |
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Erosion Control
| POND SLOPE STABILIZATION |
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| PLANTED SLOPE EROSION CONTROL |
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| NON-PLANTED SLOPE EROSION CONTROL |
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Design
| DESIGN CONSIDERATONS FOR DRIVABLE GRASS® |
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| DRIVABLE GRASS® QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE |
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| DRIVABLE GRASS® STRUCTURAL DESIGN GUIDELINES |
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| DRIVABLE GRASS® PAVEMENT DESIGN WORKSHEET |
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| DRIVABLE GRASS® EROSION CONTROL SPECIFICATION |
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| DRIVABLE GRASS® MASTER SPECIFICATIONS |
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| THIRD PARTY LOAD TESTING |
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Resources
| DRIVABLE GRASS® PRODUCT BROCHURE |
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| DRIVABLE GRASS® FLYER |
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| DRIVABLE GRASS® SWALE FLYER |
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| DRIVABLE GRASS® DRAINAGE SWALE BROCHURE |
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| HYDRAULIC TESTING |
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| DRIVABLE GRASS MAINTENANCE GUIDE - GRASS INFILL |
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| BENEFITS OF GRASS |
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Continuing Education
| DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS FOR VEGETATED PERMEABLE PAVEMENT - PowerPoint Version |
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Specification
| SOLAR REFLECTIVE INDEX (SRI) TESTING |
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| LOAD TESTING - PERMANENT DEFLECTION AND PERFORMANCE STUDY |
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| DRIVABLE GRASS® MASTER SPECIFICATIONS |
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Installation
| Drivable Grass® - Planted Infill (Grass Seed/Sod/Ground Cover) |
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| Drivable Grass® - Pre-cut (Artificial) Drivable Turf® |
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| Drivable Grass® - Non-planted/Dry Infill (Stone/Aggregate/Decomposed Granite) |
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