Quickly becoming a popular choice with homeowners, resin driveways expertly combine style, strength, and low maintenance. At Lakeside Surfacing, our team of experts specialises in the installation of high-quality resin-bound and resin-bonded driveways, providing smooth and hard-wearing surfaces that enhance not only kerb appeal but also durability.
At Lakeside Surfacing, we provide resin driveways across Suffolk, Essex, and all of the surrounding areas. On hand for a wide variety of applications, we can deliver pathways, patios, car parks, and complete driveway resin installations. So, whether you’re considering a fresh new look for your home, or require a robust surfacing solution for a commercial high-traffic area, our experienced team is on hand to help.
Types of Resin Driveways
Resin Bound Driveways
A resin-bound driveway is created by mixing resin and aggregates such as gravel and crushed stone in a forced action mixer before being laid out by hand. This process produces a seamless, smooth surface without any loose stones, making it ideal for driveways, paths, and patios.
The key benefits of resin driveways are that they are:
- Fully permeable
- Resistant to weeds and moss
- Suitable for vehicles and pedestrians
- Available with options for long-term colour retention
Ultimately, resin-bound paving is perfect for those seeking a neat and tidy appearance with minimal maintenance.
Resin Bonded Driveways
A resin-bonded driveway involves applying resin directly to the surface, followed by professionally scattering loose gravel or stone chippings over the top. This helps to create an artfully textured finish that closely resembles traditional loose gravel but benefits from better adhesion and less movement.
Although not permeable like resin-bound options, bonded resin driveways provide excellent grip and a visually appealing, rustic finish.
Advantages of Resin Driveways
Choosing a resin-bound system over block paving, tarmac, or concrete presents several unique benefits, including:
- An impressive finish: With a wide choice of resin driveway colours available, it’s possible to style your driveway to meet whatever specification you have in mind
- A smooth surface: No loose gravel will find its way underfoot or tracked into the house
- Resistance to weeds: It’s incredibly easy to maintain and clean
- An anti-slip finish: It’s ideal for families and elderly residents
- A water permeable effect: Resin bound systems allow water to drain through, reducing puddling and any runoff
- Long-lasting integrity: With correct maintenance, a resin driveway can last up to 25 years
- An eco-friendly credential: Resin driveways are considered more sustainable than their concrete alternatives
Resin Driveway Colours
At Lakeside Surfacing, we offer a huge range of coloured resin driveways, with aggregate blends. These options include:
- Daltex Golden
- Daltex Black
- Daltex Silver
- Staffordshire Pink
- White Flint
- Autumn Quartz
- Pearl Quartz
- Brittany Bronze
- Daltex Green
- Daltex Red
Whether you prefer a traditional or modern finish, we’re confident that our range of resin for driveways ensures there’s something to suit every style and setting.
Resin Driveway Installation
Every resin driveway installer at Lakeside Surfacing Ltd is fully trained and experienced. Following a thorough and detailed installation process, our involvement includes base preparation, proper edging, mixing of aggregates, levelling, and final smoothing. Most driveways are ready to walk on within 24 hours and can be driven on shortly after.
Committed to using only premium materials, including UV-stable resin, our start-to-finish process delivers a driveway which looks great and is protected against discolouration and surface breakdown over time.
Resin Driveway Cost Guide
One of the most frequent questions we receive is: how much does a resin driveway cost? While the resin driveway cost per m² varies depending on the project, our team is on hand to provide a quick and no-obligation quote. Powered by transparent pricing which will enable you to calculate costs and reach a decision, we’re confident that we’ll be able to answer your question about pricing with no trouble at all.
Considerations Around Resin Driveways
While resin-bound driveways and resin-bonded driveways offer many benefits, we’re keen to share any practical considerations you may want to consider when making a decision.
Things to keep in mind:
- Resin driveways are not DIY-friendly and require proper, expert installation using specialist equipment and training to get right. This is where our team of experts come in.
- Sub-base matters and any existing surfaces which suffer from cracked concrete may require full replacement before a resin driveway can be installed.
- Weed growth will appear on poorly maintained driveways. Whilst resin driveways are highly resistant, weeds can grow if you fail to keep on top of the cleaning of your driveway.
- Resin driveways can become slippery if improperly installed. To avoid this, we would always urge homeowners or commercial property owners to choose experienced installers like our team of experts.
- Any non-UV resin driveway may yellow over time if exposed to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
FAQs About Resin Driveways
As mentioned, resin driveway prices are dependent on the size of the project and typically, larger areas and more decorative designs will increase the price. At Lakeside Surfacing, our team will work hard to help you find a solution that fits your budget.
Bound resin driveways are permeable and provide a smooth finish.
Bonded resin driveways are not permeable and have a more textured look with loose chips.
Yes, resin-bound gravel is ideal for sloped surfaces due to its non-slip qualities and secure bonding.
Absolutely! At Lakeside Surfacing, we offer a vast selection of resin driveway colours to suit both traditional and modern properties, whether they’re domestic or commercial.
Why Choose Lakeside Surfacing?
We’ve been surfacing experts for over 25 years, and our work speaks for itself. When you choose Lakeside, you get:
- Bespoke advice on the right type of resin for your project
- A wide choice of resin-bound aggregate and colour options
- Full preparation, installation, and finishing by highly knowledgeable experts
- Honest pricing – no hidden fees or surprise resin driveway costs
Altogether, we take care of every aspect of resin for driveway projects, whether residential or commercial.
Get in Touch
Interested in finding out more about resin-bound driveway prices, or simply want to find out more about the cost of resin driveways? Simply give us a call today. Our friendly team is always happy to provide guidance, answer your questions, or arrange a free site visit and quotation.
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