Pour On Gravel Binder – GravelHold

About GravelHold Pour On Gravel Binder

GravelHold is a non-toxic, water-based, pour-on binder which can be applied to both new and existing gravel from 4mm up to 20mm in diameter to create solid, UV-stable, durable, permeable and SuDS-compliant surfaces for a wide range of applications. Used to create both decorative spaces and gravel areas that can withstand light pedestrian traffic, GravelHold is the ideal solution for binding together your loose and crunchy stones or gravel to create sharp, attractive and migration-free landscaped surfaces.

This incredibly simple to use yet effective landscaping binder is applied to clean and dry gravel up to 20mm in diameter via one of the two application methods mentioned in greater detail below. Our pour-on binder can be installed at lower temperatures and with quick drying times and has been designed for DIY use to allow you to create beautifully landscaped gravel areas without tradesmen or specialist equipment. The system will dry clear and achieve its maximum strength after 72 hours of drying in dry conditions above 5°C. Our high-performance water-based landscaping binder has a specialised composition to achieve up to 3 years of protection, for best results we recommend applying 2 to 3 coats.

How To Use GravelHold Pour On Gravel Binder

GravelHold is supplied ready to use and can be applied in two ways, Pour-On, or Hand Mix, which one you choose depends on how you plan to use the gravel surfaces. Here are the most common uses and the recommended technique to ensure our pour-on gravel binder can perform perfectly for your intended use:

• Decorative gravel (in plant pots, containers or bordering fences etc.) which are classed as non-foot traffic areas, can be applied using any of the two techniques.
• Gravel in borders (at the sides of paths etc.) that will receive just occasional foot traffic, should be applied using the hand mix method.
• Gravel footpaths (in gardens or around paving slabs etc.) that are likely to experience light foot traffic should be installed using only the hand mix and trowel method to achieve the best results.

You can learn about the application process for the three methods here:

Pour-On Method – For Decorative Gravel

GravelHold can be poured from a watering can, using around 1 litre per square metre. Ensure your stones are evenly coated for best results. A sprinkler rose should be used to ensure distribution. Or, if desired, 3mm diameter holes can be drilled into the lid of the GravelHold container to create a sprinkler effect and be used similarly to a watering can. Be sure the binder does not pool in crevices, as this will extend the drying time.

Hand Mix Method – Regular Foot Traffic

Shovel your gravel into a durable bucket or trug before adding GravelHold slowly and mixing with a clean garden trowel or fork. Once the gravel is evenly coated, decant the gravel to the desired area and begin smoothing slightly with a suitable trowel to achieve an even finish. This process can be repeated, reusing any excess GravelHold left between mixes or adding more as needed.

Please note: this is not a structural product and is not suitable for driveways or other load-bearing purposes

For more information on our GravelHold pour-on binder, read the Product Guide in the downloads tab above or please do not hesitate to contact us. You can call us or live chat with a member of our team during office house or outside of these times leave us a message.