Driveways
Cutting Hedge Landscapes

Permeable driveways

Driveways

Driveway Construction & Surfacing · London

About this service

Cutting Hedge London Driveways installs a variety of blocks, resin and paving suited to a new parking space. Marshalls driveway blocks have been designed for style and will add character to your home as well as providing safe, durable surfaces.

Permeable block paved driveway in West London

Construction & sub-base

A good sub base will be the key to a long-lasting driveway. It is recommended that a 100mm sub-base be laid on top of a good geomembrane, after compacting it down. Any kerbs used should then be cemented in. After your kerbs and level run are done, a good layer of sharp sand should be brought to the correct screed level. Block laying will depend on the finish pattern and sizes. Finally, jointing with sand and finishing off with a rubber plate compactor.

Drainage

Most councils will require a drain channel at the end where the blocks meet the pedestrian walkway — this channel will collect the run-off water and displace it into a soakaway or drain. An alternative to channel drains and soakaways is a permeable driveway, built using either Marshalls Priora or Resin Bond Driveways. Cutting Hedge permeable driveways are SUDS built — Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems.

Permeable options

  • Marshalls Drivesett Argent Priora
  • Resin-bound resin systems
  • Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS)
  • Block, cobble and slate driveways

The Cutting Hedge driveway specialist will meet with the client to discuss the finished driveway.

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Customer Reviews

Driveways Reviews

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a year ago

We nearly used Cutting hedge at our previous property, but instead went with a cheaper firm and we regretted it a year later when the garden looked a mess due to poor work. This time we made the right choice and used Cutting Hedge. Their team patiently helped us with the design through a few iterations and ideas, they made us aware of all costs up front and were pro’s from beginning to end. I would highly recommend them, all of their staff are professional and a dream to work with. I have attached some before during and after shots.

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Barbara Wilmot

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10 months ago

Always professional and reliable and able to help and advise on what to do in our garden. Top marks! Marc and his team have just installed a beautiful pergola on our patio. I cannot praise them all enough for their hard work, reliability and professionalism. I highly recommend Cutting Hedge to anyone who needs both gardening work and maintenance plus any other structural work in the garden. Thank you!

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Vanessa English

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a year ago

We have renovated houses and gardens on three continents and this is probably the best crew that have worked for us. They were professional, polite and pedantic! I also really appreciated that they took the time to explain everything and give options - so at the end of the day there were no surprises with the finished result or with the budget. It wasn't an easy project (there was a lot of important foundation work that had to be done) and we are absolutely thrilled with the result. I do not hesitate for a split second giving them this rating.

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Janet Pollock

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4 months ago

I have just come across one of your van drivers on Hampton Hill high street. And he was the rudest most belligerent and intolerant driver...not hood for your advertising and if that's how you conduct your business I feel sorry for your customers!

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Jo Avey

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a year ago

Marc was so helpful, efficient and very thorough in all aspects of planning, and installation. He kept in constant touch with us about progress and plans. The equipment he installed seems top notch and I am looking forward to having a well irrigated garden. Alfredo was such a hard worker, worth two men! He was very friendly, efficient and respectful of the garden while he was working. All the work was done in a timely fashion and completed as estimated. I thoroughly recommend Cutting Hedge landscapes.