Block Paving Drainage
Discover Marshalls' range of block paving drainage, designed to effectively manage and reduce standing water while upholding its environment's aesthetic appeal.
What is block paving drainage?
Block paving drainage systems are designed to effectively manage surface water in paved areas. By integrating drainage directly into or alongside the block paving, these systems prevent flooding and pooling, improving the long-term performance and safety of public spaces without compromising their design.
Block paving drainage is particularly important in urban landscapes, where impermeable materials, like concrete surfaces, increase runoff. Marshalls' block paving drainage solutions ensure effortless water management without compromising the design or structure of the paved area.
Does block paving need drainage?
Yes. Without proper drainage, water can accumulate on the surface of paved areas, posing hazards such as slipping, surface damage, or erosion of the underlying bedding layers.
Regulations also often require effective water management in new developments, particularly in high-traffic pedestrian or commercial zones.
Incorporating dedicated block paving drainage solutions ensures that the area remains compliant, functional, and visually appealing, even during heavy rainfall.
Why choose Marshalls' block paving drainage?
Marshalls has been a leader in surface water management for decades. All of our drainage systems are manufactured in the UK and engineered to meet or exceed British standards, combining performance with sustainability and design flexibility.
These block paving drainage systems are part of a wider range of drainage channels made to integrate seamlessly with public spaces. This collection also includes our combined kerb and drainage systems and linear drainage channels, which are designed to offer discrete, durable and reliable drainage that enhances the visual and practical qualities of paved areas.
So, whether you’re working on a high-traffic city square or a pedestrianised commercial forecourt, our drainage systems reduce the risk of flooding while complementing the environment.
For more information on our water management range and guidance on maximising your project's efficiency, including our Birco and Redi-Rock Retaining Wall products, contact our team of water management experts.
Drexus 100
Drexus 100 is a lightweight, low-capacity linear drainage system ideal for civic, commercial, and rail applications.
Designed for areas with pedestrian or standard traffic loads, it features 30mm thick scalloped side walls and is among the lightest units in our range. When combined with Drexus 100 cast iron grates, the system can support load classes from B125 to D400.
For premium applications, our Drexus 100 is available in natural stone. This offers landscape architects a beautifully detailed linear drainage option, ideal for prestigious schemes where visual consistency matters just as much as function.
Drexus 100Drexus Pave Drain
Our Drexus Pave Drain is available in a variety of finishes, including concrete and natural stone. It delivers an effective, low-capacity drainage solution that doesn’t compromise on aesthetic appeal.
Ideal for public developments with lots of foot traffic, the Drexus Pave Drain has a load rating of up to D400, making it suitable for everything except public road carriageways or motorways.
The drain has been developed with flexibility and appearance in mind, using our deep expertise in concrete and natural stone design. So you can be confident that the Drexus Pave Drain is as aesthetically pleasing as it is functional.
Drexus Pave Drain