On Oct 22, 7:17*pm, "Cash"
wrote:
Andrew Haylett wrote:
We're having our driveway gravelled (standard hardcore + 15-20mm
gravel method). *There are two drain covers, standard rectangular
shape/size. *Our builder isn't sure how to handle this. *They could be
left to stand proud of/level with the surface of the gravel, but I
suspect they would look better covered. *If the latter, what is the
best approach? *If we just use the same or similar covers but lowered,
the gravel will probably move off their flat, smooth surface too
easily. *He suggested a screed tray with some sort of material in it
to provide grip for the gravel above. *Does this sounds reasonable?
Is there any 'best practice' for this? *Any experiences to share?

Andrew.

Andrew,

Others have suggested ways of resolving your problem, but you haven't said
if you intend to drive a vehicle over the driveway once its been
'gravelled'.

If it's your intention to drive a car etc up that drive, then be aware that
you will need something a bit stronger than the usual standard light-duty
manhole cover to take the weight - especially if its to be 'buried' under
the gravel.

Yes, both covers will potentially have to bear vehicle weight. The
builder is aware of that - pointed out that one of the existing covers
is a bit lightweight (has stood up to an MPV for the last 8 years
though).