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The maker of Xeripave says the pavers are similar to permeable concrete and asphalt, but allow much more water to flow through them.
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October 1, 2009
Seattle Center tests new porous pavers
By KATIE ZEMTSEFF
Journal Staff Reporter
Journal Staff Reporter
Photo by Katie Zemtseff
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This path leading to the Seattle Center Skatepark was made of Xeripave pavers.
SEATTLE CENTER Skatepark is testing a new permeable paver that allows stormwater to flow through it and be naturally treated by the underlying soil. If successful, the product could become a standard material at Seattle Center.
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