Resin Bound Surfaces in Buckinghamshire
For a stunning modern, durable, and low maintenance surface, a resin-bound installation is the perfect choice for any driveway, pathway or patio. Available in a wide range of colours and finishes, a resin surface not only provides fantastic kerb appeal but it is also fully permeable, allowing water to drain away naturally. This makes it an attractive, practical, and puddle-free solution that transforms the look and functionality of your property.
The Advantages of a Resin Bound Surface
Stunning, Seamless Finish
Resin-bound surfacing creates a beautiful, smooth, and contemporary finish with no loose stones. With a vast range of natural stone colours to choose from, we can design a bespoke look for your Buckinghamshire home that is both elegant and modern.
Durable & Low Maintenance
The sealed, durable surface is exceptionally easy to maintain, resistant to weeds, and can be cleaned with a simple jet wash. This ensures your driveway or patio remains pristine with minimal effort, year after year.
Fully Permeable & Puddle-Free
Our resin-bound system is fully permeable, allowing rainwater to drain naturally through the surface into the ground below. This prevents puddles and makes it SUDS compliant, often removing the need for planning permission.
Why Choose Resin?
Choosing a resin-bound surface is an investment in a modern, high-performance solution that offers a unique combination of style and practicality. Here are the key reasons why is has become such a popular choice for homeowners:
- Hard-Wearing & Durable: Designed to withstand the daily demands of vehicle traffic, our resin driveways are exceptionally tough. The strong resin and aggregate matrix creates a unified surface that is resistant to cracking, oil spills, and the harshness of the British weather, ensuring a long-lasting and beautiful finish.
- Fully Permeable & Puddle-Free: A key advantage of our resin bound system is its permeability. The surface is designed to allow rainwater to drain straight through it into the ground below. This prevents puddles, reduces flood risk, and means your new driveway is fully compliant with Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) regulations.
- Strong Bonding: Resins can form strong bonds with various materials like wood and metal, enhancing the structural integrity of the finished product.
- Eco-Friendly: Some resin systems are designed with sustainability in mind, offering an environmentally friendly alternative to other materials.
- Virtually No Maintenance: Say goodbye to endless weeding and upkeep. The seamless, sealed surface of a resin driveway gives weeds nowhere to grow. It simply requires an occasional sweep and a jet wash to keep it looking pristine, freeing up your time to enjoy your home.
- UV Resistance: We only use high-quality, UV-stable resins. This is crucial as it protects your driveway from the sun's rays, ensuring the beautiful colour you chose will not fade, discolour, or yellow over time. Your investment will look as good as the day it was installed for years to come.
- Safe, Anti-Slip Surface: The natural aggregate used in a resin bound driveway creates a textured finish that provides excellent grip. This makes the surface slip-resistant and much safer for walking on during wet or icy conditions compared to many other paving types.
Our Expert Resin Installation
Solid Base Preparation
A flawless resin surface requires a solid and stable sub-base. We ensure your existing base is sound, clean, and correctly prepared to form a perfect bond, which is essential for preventing future cracks.
Consistent Batch Mixing
To guarantee strength and a uniform colour, every batch of aggregate and UV-stable resin is measured precisely and mixed in a specialist forced-action mixer. This ensures every stone is fully coated for a superior, long-lasting finish.
Hand-Trowelled Finish
Applying a resin-bound surface is a true craft. Our highly skilled team hand-trowels the mixture to a consistent depth, expertly working the surface to create a seamless, beautifully smooth, and perfectly compacted finish.
Resin FAQs
What is the difference between Resin Bound and Resin Bonded?
This is the most important question to ask any installer.
Resin Bound (What we install): The aggregate (stone) and resin are thoroughly mixed together. This mixture is then trowelled down to a smooth, flat, and permeable finish. Water can drain through the entire surface.
Resin Bonded: A layer of resin is applied to a base, and the stone is then scattered on top. This creates a rough texture, is not permeable, and is prone to losing stones.
We exclusively install the superior Resin Bound system, ensuring a durable, permeable, and beautiful finish with no loose stones.
Do I need planning permission for a resin driveway in Buckinghamshire?
In almost all cases, no. Because resin bound surfacing is fully permeable, it complies with Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) regulations. This means rainwater drains away naturally, preventing puddles and run-off. This compliance generally means planning permission is not required, unlike for non-permeable surfaces.
Can a resin bound driveway be laid on top of my existing drive?
Yes, in many situations. If you have an existing concrete or tarmac driveway that is in good structural condition (i.e., no major cracks or subsidence), we can often lay the resin-bound system directly over it after a thorough cleaning and preparation process. We will confirm this during our free site survey at your property.
How long does a resin bound driveway last?
A professionally installed resin bound driveway is an extremely long-lasting investment. With the correct sub-base and minimal maintenance, you can expect your new driveway to look fantastic for over 15 years.
Will the colour of my driveway fade or turn yellow in the sun?
No. We only use high-quality, UV-stable resins. This is a crucial factor, as cheaper non-UV stable resins can quickly yellow and become brittle when exposed to sunlight. Our system guarantees that the colour of your chosen stone will remain vibrant and will not fade over time.
Are resin driveways slippery when they are wet?
No, a resin bound surface provides excellent grip. The natural texture of the small, angular stones creates an anti-slip surface. Furthermore, because the surface is permeable, it drains water quickly, reducing the risk of standing water or ice forming compared to other non-permeable options.