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As you drive your nicely cleaned auto up the driveway, think
about that hard surface and how it aggravates runoff problems. Or, think about
how water cannot percolate naturally into the ground and eventually replenish
our soil and groundwater reservoirs. ConcreteThinker.com is a LEED-certified
company that introduces homeowners to pervious concrete pavers and something we,
the editors, like to think about as ‘daylighting the soil’. The pavers are ideal
for:
- Residential roads, alleys, driveways
- Sidewalks and pathways
- Patios
- Tennis courts
- Swimming Pool Decks
Typical flow rate for these pavers is 3-8 gallons per square
foot. The company boasts, “pervious concrete can be instrumental in recharging
groundwater and reducing storm water runoff.” While you’re thinking about these
pavers, Google “pavers” and look at the images – there are some pretty cool
options. Also, the Lucky Lab picture in this section use permeable pavers.
This quick read offers a how-to guide in creating permeable
surfaces. Systematic instructions in an easy-to-grasp format make this a
valuable resource.
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