Plowing Porous Pavers: Snow Removal Best Practices
Porous paving options such as Grasspave2 and Gravelpave2 by Invisible Structures are excellent winter-ready solutions for outdoor spaces. They mitigate snow accumulation and ice formation on the pavement, ensuring safety of people and vehicles. The porous pavers are also resilient to freeze-thaw cycles, which commonly cause concrete and asphalt alternatives to crack.
That said, to preserve the functionality and appearance of flexible, plastic porous paving solutions, it is important to follow proper snow removal practices. So, here are some best practices for plowing these winter-safe porous paving systems:
Adjust blade height for safe plowing
Before plowing, set the blade height to about an inch above the surface of Grasspave2 and Gravelpave2 to avoid scraping the paving structure. Adding a skid to the plow blade corners can help keep the blade elevated. If using a snowblower, adjust the heights of the blades similarly to avoid direct contact with the surface.
Angle the blade properly to safeguard drainage capability
Angle the plow blade to push snow to the sides rather than directly in front. Side displacement keeps the path clear and minimizes obstructions. Snow pushed to the sides also melts and drains away more effectively than if it's left in a centralized pile.
Next steps
Porous pavers by Invisible Structures are a safe bet for outdoor spaces regardless of the time of the year. Consider leveraging the long-lasting performance of Grasspave2 and Gravelpave2 for your projects. Discover the versatile applications made possible with these porous pavers.
