Building ecological residential parking lots that maintain living grass under the weight of vehicles without compacting and forming mud after rain, creating natural pedestrian paths in professional landscaping, or stabilizing recreational areas with decorative gravel that does not migrate when stepped on, requires a structural plastic paver with calibrated cells and a modular interlocking system. This grass paver —also called a gramoquín, grass paver, or ecological paver— is manufactured by MOLTEXO from structural plastic in a 50×50×4 cm format, in packs of 8 plates, designed for residential and commercial parking lots, access roads, paths, golf courses, play areas, and sustainable landscaping projects.
Key benefits
- Root protection for grass under load: The structure evenly distributes the weight of vehicles over the surface, preventing soil compaction in the root zone which would kill the grass within a few days in a conventional parking lot directly on grass.
- Permeable drainage against puddles: Rainwater infiltrates through the infill (soil with grass or gravel) directly into the subsoil, eliminating surface stagnation and contributing to sustainable water management of the project.
- Suitable for pedestrian traffic and light vehicles: The structure is dimensioned to withstand daily use by sedans, SUVs, and pickups in residential parking, plus continuous pedestrian traffic in common areas.
- Modular manual assembly system: The plates interlock with a perimeter click, creating a continuous surface without heavy machinery, a condition for quick installation in small or medium residential projects.
- Versatility of infill according to aesthetics: Soil with sown grass for a natural look integrated into the landscape, decorative gravel for a mineral finish with maximum drainage, both compatible with the same plate.
Typical applications and uses
- Ecological residential and commercial parking lots where grass or decorative aggregate is maintained under the weight of vehicles.
- Access roads, pedestrian paths in gardens, parks, and pergola areas with a natural aesthetic.
- Golf courses, recreational areas, children's play areas with a firm and draining surface.
- Permeable pavements in urban sustainability projects with drainage criteria.
Quality and durability
An economical paver fails in two ways: the plastic is low-quality recycled material (which produces plates that break at the first vehicle pass and form fragments in the grass) and the lateral interlocking system gives way after a few months (which produces plates that separate and create discontinuities). MOLTEXO works with structural plastic and a robust interlocking system, which distinguishes a professional residential gramoquín from a generic plastic grid that fails in the first season.
Equivalences
Equivalent to these other-brand references:
- 50 cm (20 in) wide x 50 cm (20 in) long x 4 cm (1.6 in) high · 8-pack of plates
- Bodpave 40IBRAN-X Grass Grid 40Suregreen PP40
Brands and references mentioned belong to their respective owners; cited only for comparison and compatibility.
What kind of traffic is this pavement plate sized for?
Which grass works best when sown in the grid?
Does it require heavy machinery to install?
Does it prevent puddles and improve drainage in the yard?
Still have questions?
Ask us and we will gladly help you with whatever you need.
| General | |
|---|---|
| Environmental attributes | Non-toxic, recyclable, UV- and aging-resistant |
| Material and construction | |
| Color | Green |
| Base weight | ~2.52 kg/m² (~0.52 lb/sq ft) |
| Dimensions and format | |
| Height | 40 mm (1.57 in) |
| Coverage area per piece | 0.25 m² (2.69 sq ft) |
| Standard size | 500 x 500 mm (19.68 x 19.68 in) |
| Strength and performance | |
| Tensile strength | ≥20 MPa (≥2900 psi) |
| Compressive load capacity | 200-300 t/m² (40,963-61,445 lb/sq ft) |
| Single-point load capacity | ≥200 kg (≥441 lb) |
| Compression ratio | <5% (under 50 t / 55 short tons load) |
| Hydraulics and filtration | |
| Drainage rate | ≥500 mm/h (≥19.68 in/h) |
| Irrigation and flow | |
| Connection method | Flat-insert / snap-on |
| Durability and protection | |
| Climatic resistance | Resistant to acids and alkalis, corrosion, and aging |
| Resistance temperature | -40°C to +90°C (-40°F to +194°F) |
| Service life | 15-30 years |
| Presentation and packaging | |
| Presentation | Pack of 8 plates |
| Package: Width | 50.0 cm (19.69 in) |
|---|---|
| Package: Height | 50.0 cm (19.69 in) |
| Package: Depth | 32.0 cm (12.6 in) |
| Package: Weight | 7.0 kg |
Official MOLTEXO warranty
What's covered
Confirmed defect: replacement or refund of the amount paid.
What's not covered
Payment & Security
