Construction: Wind uplift - Edging diagrams

  1. Using pebbles to prevent wind uplift
  2. Perimeter Kerb Detail
  3. Abutment upstand detail
  4. Using paving slabs to prevent wind uplift

Using pebbles to prevent wind uplift


Well designed edging using washed pebbles to prevent wind uplift

Typical Perimeter Kerb Detail


Existing kerbs need to be at least 100mm above the waterproofing surface

Abutment upstand detail


Typical Abutment Upstand Detail

Using paving slabs to prevent wind uplift


Using paving slabs to prevent wind uplift