Heavy Duty Rubber Grass Mats for Car Parks & Driveways

Park on grass without wrecking it. These heavy duty 22mm rubber grass mats spread the weight of cars and vans across the ground, so tyres don't sink, spin or leave ruts. Grass grows up through the open cells and roots the mats into the ground, leaving you a firm, mud-free parking area that still looks like lawn.

Why use rubber grass mats for parking?

• No more ruts or mud. Each 1.5m x 1m mat spreads the load from every tyre over a far wider area, so the ground stays level through wet winters.
• Stays green and permeable. Rain soaks straight through to the soil. Because the surface is permeable, you don't need planning permission to use it for front-garden parking in England (a dropped kerb is a separate matter for your council).
• No digging, no sub-base. Lay straight onto mown grass, peg down and tie together. Most driveways are done in an afternoon and can be used the same day.
• Follows uneven ground. Flexible rubber sits flat over bumps and dips where rigid plastic grids can rock or crack.
• Grip in all weathers. The studded surface gives tyres and feet traction in rain and frost.
• Built to last. Made from 100% recycled rubber that won't rot or go brittle in frost. Mats can be lifted and re-laid if your plans change.

What can park on them?

• Yes: cars, 4x4s, SUVs and light vans
• Yes: caravans, trailers and motorhomes (see our caravan and motorhome hardstanding range)
• Yes: overflow and event car parks at walking pace (see overflow parking on grass)
• No: HGVs, tractors, plant or regular delivery lorries. Use our heavy duty ground protection mats instead.

For the best result, drive on and off in a straight line and avoid wheelspin or turning the steering while stationary, especially in the first few weeks while the grass grows through.

Specification

How many mats do I need?

For other sizes, use the calculator at the top of the page. Wheel tracks are the cheapest option for a single car. Full coverage is better where cars turn, reverse or park in different spots. Covering more than 100m², or buying for a school, council or business? Call 01282 270214 for a trade price.

Mat only, or with pegs and ties?

For parking, choose pegs and ties. Tyres push and pull on the mats every time a car brakes or turns. Pegs stop the mats creeping, and cable ties keep neighbouring edges flush so they can't lift or curl. Only choose mat only if you already have suitable fixings.

Tips for a long-lasting parking area

• Mow the grass short and fill any deep ruts or hollows with topsoil before laying.
• Stagger the joints like brickwork so tyres don't run along a seam.
• Peg every mat and cable-tie every joint.
• Lay between spring and early autumn for the fastest grass growth. Mats laid in winter work straight away, but the grass takes longer to come through.
• Bare or muddy ground? Seed it first, lay the mats over the top and water in dry spells.

Parking questions

Can I park on them straight away?

Yes. The mats protect the ground from day one. For the neatest finish, keep traffic light for the first few weeks while the grass grows through and roots in.

Will the mats move when I drive on them?

Not when they are pegged and tied. Once the grass has grown through, its roots help hold the mats in place too.

Can I use them on a slope?

Yes, on gentle slopes. Choose the pegs and ties option and add extra pegs on steeper ground. Call us if you're unsure.

Will they damage my lawn?

No. Light and rain still reach the grass, so it stays alive under the mats. Parking straight onto bare grass is what causes the damage.