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Green areas in urban centres have a specific purpose that goes beyond aesthetic and recreational purposes. In fact, these areas, unlike those paved with concrete, asphalt or other waterproof systems, allow the natural infiltration of rainwater into the ground, thus reducing the flooding phenomena that occur more and more frequently in our cities.
The surface covered by grass with a structural lawn is equal to approximately 90% and contributes entirely to the rainwater drainage. Furthermore, the possibility of enjoying grassy areas in urban centers allows the creation of green spaces, natural habitats for insects and small animals.
The structural lawn It is a system made up of high-density polyethylene squares with a honeycomb design, which form a grass grid to create parking lots, driveways, paths and parking areas that respect the environment. With this technology, a consolidation of the ground is obtained with a lawn that can be immediately used by vehicles and that only requires normal cultivation care.
Generally these products are marketed in various colours but naturally the standard colour is green to blend in perfectly with the grass.
Special colored elements that can be inserted into the cavities will indicate the parking areas and a draining, self-locking tile with an interlocking system compatible with that of the module can complete the flooring as a transit walkway.
In some cases it is useful to choose a grey grating, for example when you choose to fill the cells with fine gravel.

This technology is versatile, if necessary the grating can be cut without problems with normal tools, or easily removed for inspection or maintenance.

Technical features
The grill allows high compressive strength values depending on the type of underlying soil, the subgrade and the relative thicknesses.
The stratigraphy of the soil will have to be studied, case by case, in relation to the intended use of the lawn and the type of vehicular traffic expected.

Installation
The installation of the grating is quick, simple and does not require specialized labor thanks to its interlocking system. To obtain better final results, it is advisable to pay particular attention to the resistance of the draining substrate and to provide perimeter and central expansion joints (in the case of large surfaces) that can compensate for the normal linear expansion of the elements.

Fields of use

driveway parking lots
passages and routes subject to vehicular traffic
rest areas
golf course fairways
cycle paths
pedestrian routes
paths and green areas of swimming pools and multi-sports facilities, hospitals, etc.
playgrounds
parking and storage areas for caravans and campers
helicopter landing pads
transit areas for emergency vehicles
exhibition and trade fair areas

Accessories
Special coloured elements that can be inserted into the grid cells will allow you to delimit parking areas or other areas, while with special draining, self-locking “tiles” you can create pedestrian crossings, cycle paths, etc.

Examples of green surfaces made with interlocking paving and structural lawn with plastic grids