Are resin bonded driveways any good?
Resin driveways are a popular choice when it comes to driveway surfacing. They are durable, SUDs compliant, and easy to maintain. What’s more, resin driveways are an aesthetically pleasing choice, particularly in residential areas.
Is resin driveway long lasting?
Its longevity: resin bound paving is a long lasting durable surface. While guarantees vary between 10 – 21 years, when properly installed and maintained, can last for more than 25 years. It requires minimal maintenance: there are no weeds to ‘weed’ or loose stone to sweep.
How long does a resin drive last?
Resin Bound driveways are known to be long-lasting and durable surfaces. Guarantees can vary between 10-20 years. When properly installed and maintained it can last up to 25 years. A Resin Bound driveway requires minimal maintenance.
Which is the best resin driveway?
Epoxy is a good choice when it comes to repair work as it has excellent bonding properties and is very strong – but is allows less movement. You may find, however that your epoxy resin will yellow in UV light – causing the colour of your driveway to change over the years.
What maintenance does a resin driveway need?
Hosing the resin surface down with clean water will also clean the paving. It is common that regular brushing and washing is the only maintenance required for resin-bound surfacing. Staining can occur from tannings from debris if they are not cleaned away and lay on the resin surface for prolonged periods of time.
How much should I pay for a resin driveway?
Resin Driveway Prices
| Driveway Size | Average Material Cost per m² | Total Estimated Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Small driveway 20 m² | £40 | £950-£1,300 |
| Medium driveway 50m² | £40 | £2,150-£2,500 |
| Large driveway 100m² | £40 | £4,150-£4,500 |
Which is better Resin Bound or bonded?
In summary, a resin bonded system delivers a non-permeable, single stone layer surface. Because the stone only adheres to the resin on one side, there is potential for the stone to become loose and scattered….Resin Bound vs Resin Bonded.
| Bound | Bonded | |
|---|---|---|
| No loose stone | √ | × |
| Long lasting | √ | × |
| Environmentally friendly | √ | × |
| SuDS compliant | √ | × |
Can I pressure wash a resin driveway?
Use a jet wash/pressure washer with a pressure up to 150bar. Excessive pressure could damage your surface. The water should be cool, but not too cold. A moderate temperature will prevent damage to the resin.