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How many soakaway crates do I need?

Calculating how much storage volume you need for a soakaway can be tricky. But not with this guide! Follow these steps to make sure you discover the right amount of crates for your project.

Where should I direct the rainwater collected in drainage pipes?

Find out where you can and can't end your surface water drainage system.

The colours and uses of MDPE explained

MDPE is used in dozens of different ways. Discover the different uses and colours of MDPE and where you use them.

How to make connections between land drain and other pipe systems

A quick how-to overview on making a connection between land drain and other drainage products, such as twinwall and soakaway/attenuation crates.

Do’s and Don’ts when installing a plastic soakaway

Do: consider water management during planning. Don't: install them wrong. Find out more tips on what to do/don't do with soakaways in this top article.

Which pipes are better for water supply?

Should water supplies be rocking out death metal style or singing catchy pop tunes? Find out whether metal or plastic pipes are better for your water supply.

Why are ducting pipes different colours?

Black. Blue. Yellow. Orange. Purple. Green. Wonder no more! JDP explains what application each coloured ducting is for!

How deep should MDPE be installed?

MDPE is used in water or supplies across the UK. Here is vital information of minimum and maximum depths for water and gas pipes.

Should pipe perforations go up, or down?

Up, down, left, right, shake it all about. Struggling to find out which way up to install your perforated drainage pipe? This article has all the answers!

How to straighten MDPE pipe

You've bought some MDPE, and it's so tightly coiled that it could be reptilian and might strike down the neighbour's dog in the night. Put that flute down. Here are some tried and tested ways which will straighten out your MDPE coil.