General Driveway Notes
All Marshalls driveway products in this brochure are designed for domestic vehicles only, they are not designed for commercial vehicles.
Driveways must be installed with edge restraints for stability.
Driveways must be installed in accordance with current legislation to manage and control water run-off.
Natural Stone Driveway
Marshalls endeavour to ensure that all natural stone products are covered by the Fairstone guarantee of quality. If the Fairstone Logo is visible on a product page be assured that this product is processed and supplied only by proven ethical sources.
All Marshalls sandstone paving is covered by the Marshalls Stone Standard quality mark of assurance. Where the Marshalls Stone Standard logo is visible on a sandstone page, be assured that this product not only meets but exceeds the base technical levels outlined in the British Standard.
Due to the nature of this product, you may see some colour variation in natural stone products.
Concrete Driveway
Mix blocks from a minimum of 3 of packs to ensure the correct colour blend.
Take blocks from vertical columns rather than horizontal layers unless otherwise stated.
Marshalls concrete block paving is manufactured in different factories. Colour may vary slightly across these works of manufacture.
Marshalls can supply kiln dried sand, contact our sales team for more information.
Jointing sand should be introduced before the initial vibration and a rubber-faced matting on the vibrating plate should be used, except for SYMPHONY Plus Drive, where units should not be vibrated.
Natural Stone Driveways
Where a full mortar bed install is recommended, it is best practice to coat the back of each block with Marshalls Paving Primer before laying. This will assist bonding and stop draw through from the bed.
Natural Stone Setts
Please note due to the nature of this product significant variation between stones can occur.
Split and Tumbled Setts are calibrated.
For paths and edging smaller quantities can be ordered via the split pack service.
Slurry back natural stone with Marshalls Paving Primer to increase adhesion and prevent staining.
Sizes and coverage are those attained when laid with a 10mm joint.
The use of the correct installation method is critical for this product, please contact Group Technical Services on for more information.
Scoutmoor Setts
Spoiling may occur on a number of units, this is a natural phenomenon.
Please note due to the nature of this product significant variation between stones can occur.
Requires a rigid installation. Slurry back natural stone with Marshalls Paving Primer to increase adhesion and prevent staining.
Sizes and coverage are those attained when laid with a 5mm joint.
The use of the correct installation method is critical for this product, please contact Group Technical Services on for more information.
Farnley Setts
Please note due to the nature of this product significant variation between stones can occur.
Designed to be butt jointed when installed.
Slurry back natural stone with Marshalls Paving Primer to increase adhesion and prevent staining.
Sizes and coverage are actual and do not include joint width.
The use of the correct installation method is critical for this product, please contact Group Technical Services for more information.
Granite Eclipse Setts
As Granite Eclipse is a natural material, varying degrees of quartz veining may be apparent in some pieces.
Please note due to the nature of this product significant variation between stones can occur.
The use of the correct installation method is critical for this product.
Please note this requires a rigid installation and Marshalls WeatherPoint 365 is not suitable for use with this product. Marshalls Exterior Jointing Grout should be used instead.
Slurry back natural stone with Marshalls Paving Primer to increase adhesion and prevent staining.
Sawn Granite Eclipse Setts sizes and coverage are those attained when laid with a 5mm joint. Cropped Granite Setts sizes and coverage are those attained when laid with a 10mm joint. The measurements stated for Granite Eclipse Setts are approximate as the product is measured on weight.
SYMPHONY Plus Drive
This product comes with specific installation guidelines. Full installation guideline can be downloaded from our website or contact Group Technical Services.
Sizes and coverage quoted are based on working dimensions, attained with a 5-8mm joint.
When using SYMPHONY Plus, due to the weight of the units, mechanically aided lifting is essential.
Drivesys Range
It is essential that the Drivesys installation guidelines are followed.
The Drivesys system is not always suitable for poor ground conditions, such as heavy clay areas. Therefore, a soil test to check ground and permeability conditions should be completed prior to installation.
We would recommend that you contact us prior to installation for further advice if ground conditions are not ideal.
Drivesys must be installed with a solid edge restraint around the perimeter to retain the driveway.
Drivesys units must come into full contact with the adjoining block when laid.
Marshalls does not recommend installing Drivesys on a radius.
For driveways with an incline of 15˚ or more or that has specific installation design requirements, please contact our Group Technical Services Team.
Drivesys blocks come with a protective transportation seal which will remain slightly slippery underfoot until weathered. Once the seal has weathered blocks may appear lighter in colour.
The correct amount of jointing compound is supplied with every pack of Drivesys. Some maintenance of this product will be required every year. See our Cleaning & Maintenance Guide for more details.
After installation, scratches may be visible in the transportation seal. This will weather as the seal dissipates but care should be taken to reduce this during installation.
Marshalls recommends the patented Drivesys Driveway system is installed by Marshalls Register Installers. Sizes and coverage are actual and do not include joint width.
Lunar, Drivesett Argent
Lay a standard driveway sub-base as a flexible installation.
When cutting, it is important to make sure that once cut with water the block has been perfectly cleaned before installing to avoid potential staining.
Sizes and coverage are actual and do not include joint width.
Driveline Nova
Lay a standard driveway sub-base as a flexible installation.
The colours blend throughout the packs and installers must ensure appropriate mix is installed across the area.
The two textures can be laid together or individually.
Sizes and coverage are actual and do not include joint width.
Drivesett Natrale
Lay a standard driveway sub-base as a flexible installation.
Supplied in single size packs.
Sizes and coverage are actual and do not include joint width.
Drivesett Tegula
Tegula is a trademark of SF Kooperation GmbH.
Lay a standard driveway sub-base as a flexible installation.
Perfect for driveways, paths and patios.
This product is manufactured across the country. Colour may vary slightly across the manufacturing sites.
Due to the manufacturing process, it is not recommended to mix project packs with single size packs.
Savanna
Lay a standard driveway sub-base as a flexible installation.
Supplied in single size packs for choice.
This range is manufactured across the UK so colour variation may alter slightly to images represented.
Sizes and coverage are actual and do not include joint width.
Standard Block Paving
Lay a standard driveway sub-base as a flexible installation.
This product is manufactured across the country. Colour may vary slightly across the manufacturing sites.
Sizes and coverage are actual and do not include joint width.
Driveline Drain
Excavate a suitable concrete strip footing, normally 100mm lean mix, to support the Driveline Drain units, outfall and Rodding Boxes.
Driveline Drain outfalls and Rodding Boxes should be installed first along with relevant pipework to existing underground pipework, soakaway or SuDS compliant system.
For full installation guidelines and cleaning Driveline Drain please speak to Group Technical Services.
Drivesett Argent Priora, Drivesett Tegula Priora and Modal X Priora
Priora is a trademark of UNI-International Bausysteme GmbH.
Tegula is a trademark of SF Kooperation GmbH.
The Priora Sustainable Drainage System (SuDS) has been specifically designed to manage heavy rainfall.
Each 60mm block features the Marshalls unique, patented Priora nib.
No drainage or soakaways required if installed correctly.
Priora must be laid with 20mm and 6mm clean crushed stone aggregate to BS EN 13242 and BS EN 12620 to ensure compliance.
Argent Only: – Supplied in mixed size packs, blocks are designed to be laid in a coursed laying pattern.
Argent Only: – When cutting, it is important to make sure that once cut with water the block has been perfectly cleaned before installing.
New and replacement driveways are exempt from planning requirements when they use SuDS.
These ranges are manufactured across the UK so colour variation may alter slightly to images represented.
Sizes and coverage are actual and do not include joint width.
Modal X Priora Only: Red Kiln Dried Sand can cause staining to occur, especially on lighter materials. This is caused from natural minerals leeching from the sand when it is wet. This is extremely difficult to remove once contaminated. We would advise the use of generic standard “Silver Kiln Dried Sand” , when brushing in, on all Modal x products, to avoid disappointment.
Infinia Driveway
- What maintenance does the product require?
- Infinia is very low maintenance and is similar to porcelain. We recommend people avoid using excessively acidic products, and do not use abrasive sponges. We do not recommend the use of polishing machines or waxes. Although Infinia slabs are stain resistant, care must still be taken with spillages and use of cleaning materials.
- What subbase should I use with Infinia?
- We advise a flexible sand or grit bed for driveways, it is recommended to use a string line to ensure the required bond pattern is maintained and straight lines are achieved.
- What jointing product works best with Infinia?
- We are confident to recommend Marshalls Joint Filling Sand for driveway.
- What joint width is recommended for Infinia?
We recommend the joint width remains within 2-5mm
- How do we recommend cutting Infinia?
- Cutting may be carried out using a water and dust suppressed diamond tipped power saw or a block-splitting guillotine. No specialist blades are required which is advantageous compared to porcelain.
- Is there a lot of colour variation between batches?
- The innovative surface technology used in the manufacture of Infinia effectively minimises colour variation batch to batch; however, complete elimination cannot be guaranteed. To prevent this, we advise product is from the same production for single consecutive areas and during installation, the material is thoroughly mixed on site, drawing from a minimum of three packs simultaneously where possible.
Driveline Priora
Priora is a trademark of UNI-International Bausysteme GmbH.
The Priora Sustainable Drainage System (SuDS) has been specifically designed to manage heavy rainfall.
Each 60mm block features the Marshalls unique, patented Priora nib.
No drainage or soakaways required if installed correctly.
Priora must be laid with 20mm and 6mm clean crushed stone aggregate to BS EN 13242 and BS EN 12620 to ensure compliance.
New and replacement driveways are exempt from planning requirements when they use SuDS.
This range is manufactured across the UK so colour variation may alter slightly to images represented.
Sizes and coverage are actual and do not include joint width.
Numerous laying patterns available; contact Group Technical Services or see website.
Permeable Paving Legislation
The increased risk of flooding has led to changes in government legislation, meaning that the environmental consequences of creating hard landscaped areas for vehicle parking must now be taken into consideration when planning your driveway project. Visit www.communities.gov.uk for further information.
New and replacement driveways of any size are exempt from planning permission requirements when they use Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS).
Marshalls offers a full range of driveway products requiring no planning permission and having a positive impact on the environment.
The Priora Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) has been specifically designed to manage heavy rainfall events. Each 60mm block features the Marshalls patented Priora nib design, which allows surface water to pass between the blocks into a specially calculated sub-base without compromising the structural performance of the driveway.
Conditions required for Priora
Common to all Priora Driveways:
The Priora design drains water away safely in heavy rainfall without burdening the community drainage system.
If installed with the correct sub-base this permeable paving solution can be used in a front garden without obtaining planning permission.
Specific installation guidance must be followed.
The Priora System should not be attempted by the DIY enthusiast or untrained installer. It requires the careful calculation of a soil permeability test and appropriate use of specially graded sub-base aggregates.** Should an installer wish to undertake training for the installation of this product please contact Group Technical Services for further information.
Visit the Marshalls website to find your nearest Marshalls Register Installers trained to install Priora Systems, or call 0345 820 5000.
The grade of Priora featured in this brochure is only intended for normal domestic vehicles and pedestrian traffic, though occasional delivery vehicles over 3.5 tonnes gross weight can be tolerated.*
The Domestic Priora System is only intended for driveways or paths where infiltration is required only in the immediate Priora paved area and not from other surrounding paved or roofed areas (see rainwater catchment area guideline opposite).
In some parts of the country there are ground conditions where infiltration could adversely affect foundations to houses, therefore, if in doubt seek advice from a specialist or the local authority building control department.
Properties constructed pre 1920 may not have been built on traditional concrete foundation, therefore in this case, Marshalls Domestic Priora System should not be installed.
Check for services, Priora must not be installed if gas or electric services run through intended Priora areas.
Priora is a trademark of UNI-International Bausysteme GmbH.
Guidelines for installing Priora
Surface Gradient
The intended Priora area must fall away from the owner’s house and any other buildings in the immediate vicinity.
If the driveway exceeds 20m in length and/or has a gradient greater than 1 in 100 then please contact Group Technical Services.*
The top surface of the driveway should finish at least 150mm below any adjoining wall DPC level.
Existing Foundations
If your house lies adjacent to or less than 600mm from the proposed Domestic Priora driveway area, establish depth of house foundation before undertaking any soil test/Priora installation. The house foundation top surface must be 600mm (minimum) below the finished level of the top of the proposed Priora driveway.
Soil Strength and Permeability
Marshalls Domestic Priora System must be laid on a subgrade which has previously had an established and adequate existing driveway and an area which has a subgrade soil strength greater than 5%.
The Domestic Priora System is only suitable for soil areas where infiltration applies and the test criteria have been met as per the standard permeability test.
For the standard permeability a test hole should be dug for every 20m2 of driveway. There should be a minimum of two holes. Holes/pits should be spaced evenly in relation to the proposed Priora area.*
Discharge onto Roadway
The Domestic Priora area must not discharge onto surrounding public roadway and pathways and towards any buildings.
Rainwater Catchment Area
No adjoining surface areas (rainwater pipes, roof areas, etc) must drain onto and into the proposed Domestic Priora driveway area, however, small areas such as door steps and garage areas are acceptable providing they do not exceed 5% of the driveway area.
Guideline: Catchment area = driveway area. Catchment area = drained surface area.
Aggregates
Priora must be laid with 20mm and 6mm clean crushed stone aggregate to BS EN13242 and BS EN12620 to ensure compliance.
Trees
When installing in close proximity to existing trees, tree roots smaller than 25mm diameter may be pruned back, preferably to a side branch, using a suitable pair of secateurs or hand saw. Roots larger than 25mm should only be severed following consultation with an arboriculturist, as they may be essential to the tree’s health and stability. Protection of the pavement will also be required, hence the requirement of a permeable root barrier system such as the Geoweb bio barrier system (www.Fiberweb.com) or similar which is non surface protruding, and therefore, does not present a trip hazard once installed.
Health and Safety
It is possible that more excavation for a Priora driveway may be required than that of a driveway constructed of traditional block paving, therefore, care must be taken when excavating ground to a deeper level. Particular care must be taken to protect the sites from children and partially sighted persons and for collapse of adjoining features such as boundary walls/fences.
Check for services, if they run through intended Priora areas, the service provider must be consulted before work commences.
Care must be taken when constructing over sewer, rainwater pipes and water pipes to ensure that the services remain supported for their full length by undisturbed material and are surrounded on the remaining sides by a minimum of 150mm of 6mm material to protect the service.
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