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About Resin Driveways
Our Resin Bound Installation Service
Resin surfacing is a relatively new type of paving system in the UK. The basic explanation of how the Resin system works is that small stones are fixed together with a high-tech resin to form an extremely strong and attractive surface.
The choices are huge when it comes to colours and patterns and a good installed resin system will be resistant to weeds and oil. The surface is extremely hard-wearing, non-slip and can be installed both indoor as well as outdoor with very low maintenance. Also because the surface has many small gaps it allows water to drain through into the ground.
Extremely Versatile
Resin based surfacing is really versatile. It used on lots of different projects including –
Domestic
- Driveways
- Patios
- Internal Flooring
- Pool Surrounds
- Pavements
Commercial
- Car Park
- Tree Pits
- Playgrounds
- Pool Surrounds
- Commercial Properties
Listed Properties
Both English Heritage and the National Trust have approved resin bound paving systems for use in historic sites.
No matter what your project and whether it’s a basic overlay on an existing suitable surface you need or a full site excavation and install, we have the professional knowledge and skills to get the job done to the highest standard.
Why Use Resin Bound?
Resin bound surfacing is the ideal choice for tired looking driveways as it offers an extremely hard-wearing, permeable surface that requires virtually no maintenance and looks superb.
When rainwater falls onto a paved surface, it needs somewhere to drain away or you run the risk of flooding. This is why for many years gravel has been a popular choice for driveways as it allows water to flow between the small stones straight into the ground below.
This is great for making sure you don’t have to worry about pools of water or flooding but gravel can be messy and isn’t the easiest of surfaces to walk on especially with things like pushchairs or wheelchairs.
Resin bound paving combines the best of both worlds
Listed below are some of the many benefits of using resin bound surfacing over block paving, loose gravel, imprinted concrete and tarmac.
Some of the benefits of Using Resin Bound
FAQ
Of course, Resin Bound surfacing is designed to take even the heaviest of traffic such as buses and lorries.
Possibly. If the area is currently concrete or tarmac there is a good chance we can clean-up/repaired the area and install on top. This obviously keeps costs down as a full dig out and base install will not be required. One of our team will be able to advise if your current install area is suitable for an overlay upon viewing. For your base to have the same lifespan as one of our full resin bound installs, a new base is preferable.
As with any driveway unfortunately it simply wont last forever. We offer a 10 Year Guarantee on all our full installs where we have installed the base and the resin manufacturers, who do vigorous testing on the product, give an average lifetime expectancy of 20 years before minor problems may start to occur. The great thing with a Resin Bound install is that if in twenty years time there were any issues with the Resin, the top surface can simply be replaced for a fraction of the cost of a full install.
The Resin install area will be suitable for use after 4-6 hours for pedestrian traffic installs, and 12-16 hours for vehicular traffic. For heavy use, 24 hours would be ideal where possible to ensure a fully bonded surface.
Installs use enough resin to ensure each particle is coated allowing the aggregate to bond securely whilst leaving gaps between the stone for water to permeate through the resin. This is one of the biggest reasons customers opt for Resin driveway installs over say block paving as it allows water to dissipate better.
The depth of install will vary for each project, this depends on the type of application and the size of the aggregate that is used. Typically the depth of a driveway install for normal vehicle traffic is approximately 18mm.
Resin Bound systems use aggregate mixed in a mixer with Resin and then hand-trowelled into place. This produces a surface that is both smooth, porous and SuDS compliant when used with the appropriate base build up. With a Resin Bonded install a layer of Resin is screeded onto the install surface and then a fine aggregate is scattered over the top and rolled in. The final result is a rough surface that is not porous.
In short… No. However, as the system is hand trowelled larger installs may require the use of a joint. This could be a block of some description but is is usually completed using an aluminium joint. The aluminium joint is extremely thin in size and hardly visible. This allows a larger install to be completed over more than one day as it introduces a break in the system if setting times wont be long enough or if the area is too much of a risk to try and complete in a single day. Also If there is any movement in the sub-base, it will cause reflective cracking, as the sub-base underneath the Resin expands and contracts. This is why a movement joint is often used to protect against the natural stresses on a driveway that can cause cracking, essential for larger Resin Bound installations.
In short… No. However, as the system is hand trowelled larger installs may require the use of a joint. This could be a block of some description but is is usually completed using an aluminium joint. The aluminium joint is extremely thin in size and hardly visible. This allows a larger install to be completed over more than one day as it introduces a break in the system if setting times wont be long enough or if the area is too much of a risk to try and complete in a single day. Also If there is any movement in the sub-base, it will cause reflective cracking, as the sub-base underneath the Resin expands and contracts. This is why a movement joint is often used to protect against the natural stresses on a driveway that can cause cracking, essential for larger Resin Bound installations.
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How Does a Resin Installation Work?
The Resin system can be applied to an existing base such as a pavement, tarmac or concrete as an overlay or to a newly laid base if required.
It is extremely important that if installing to an existing base that the base is in good condition with no major cracking, weeds or potholes and that the area is cleaned to remove loose material and dust before install.
If installing onto a new base this is best to be constructed from asphalt. An open course of asphalt will be less prone to cracking than concrete and will also be permeable allowing the install to be fully SUDS compliant.
Edging strips made of aluminium can be fixed to the edges to prevent any edges of the install area from crumbling or we also offer a wide range block edging options to compliment your new resin bound aggregate surface. All these options are available to view at our Peterborough Showroom.
Why aren't Resin driveways seen as often as block paving?
The main reason you probably don’t see many Resin driveways in Peterborough is simple customer awareness. Although designers and contractors in the construction trade have been using resin based surfacing, it has only recently started to become familiar to the residential market in the last 15 or so years.
“If you know Peterborough and ever visit Marks and Spencer’s in Brotherhood retail park you can see our Resin Based surfacing used in parts of their car park.”
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TESTIMONIALSCustomer Experience
We’re delighted with the outcome
We’ve just had our old sloped gravel driveway replaced by the Peterborough Improvements team and we’re delighted with the outcome. We had problems with water drainage and difficulty pulling on and off the drive due to the gravel on a slope. Those problems are all now resolved with our new resin surface. The new surface… Read more “We’re delighted with the outcome”
Would highly recommend
Shaun and the lads transformed my unsightly, cracked, uneven concrete driveway into a lovely flat beautiful drive I could be proud of. The work was excellent keeping me informed prior to starting and worked hard throughout to leave an excellent finish. Would highly… Read more “Would highly recommend”
Wish we’d done it years ago
The front of our house has been transformed from a very tired looking part grass, part gravel drive to a truly perfect looking resin driveway. The installers are very professional and polite explaining the process as the go along. The neighbours all around love it. Can’t recommend Peterborough Improvements enough. Wish we’d done it years… Read more “Wish we’d done it years ago”
Transformed our driveway
Transformed our driveway, love the quality of finish, Very… Read more “Transformed our driveway”
The team of guys were very professional
The team of guys were very professional. We are over the moon with the final job on our driveway, we’ve had several people commenting as they have passed by. Thanks again Shaun and… Read more “The team of guys were very professional”
Worked hard, reliable, professional and most importantly flexible.
A very good job completed of installing a resin drive, paths and patio. Shaun, Darren and the team were all very good through the whole process. Worked hard, reliable, professional and most importantly flexible. When we started we were not entirely sure of the full detail. As the job shaped up and moved on they… Read more “Worked hard, reliable, professional and most importantly flexible.”
Their second job for us
We are very pleased with our resin bound driveway. It looks great and has very neat edges. The installation team were tidy, friendly and professional. The price was competitive, the resin-bound surface laying went well. We had a large area done by Peterborough Improvements 2 years ago and this was their second job for… Read more “Their second job for us”
Fantastic job from the Peterborough Improvements team
Fantastic job from the Peterborough Improvements team! Shaun came over the day I called & a quote for the work was with me in days. Trevor & the guys arrived on time & was impressed with their attitude & speed of work from start to completion. Also all emails & questions were always replied to… Read more “Fantastic job from the Peterborough Improvements team”
Shaun and his guys are best in the area for resin bonded driveways
Very professional, Shaun and his guys are best in the area for resin bonded driveways, fantastic… Read more “Shaun and his guys are best in the area for resin bonded driveways”
A fantastic job and have completely transformed my front garden
Nick and his team have done a fantastic job and have completely transformed my front garden. nothing was too much trouble for them and each day they left everything neat and tidy before they left. I cannot recommend them highly enough and will definitely go straight to them if I need any more work done.… Read more “A fantastic job and have completely transformed my front garden”
Couldn’t recommend enough
Great service and workmanship, listened to our needs and fantastic end result! We now have space for 3 cars on what was a one car drive and new railings to mark the boundary. Couldn’t recommend… Read more “Couldn’t recommend enough”
They were fast, efficient and professional
Shaun, Darren and team did a great job transforming our weed patch into a frontage to be proud of. They were fast, efficient and professional.… Read more “They were fast, efficient and professional”
My new resin bound driveway is the talk of the street!
My new resin bound driveway is the talk of the street! I now have kerb appeal instead of being embarrassed about my old concrete one. Shaun and his team have been brilliant. I have no hesitation in recommending them. Now looking forward to my new gates. S. Cordes Market… Read more “My new resin bound driveway is the talk of the street!”
Turned out fantastic
Very friendly and professional. Even with an unexpected issue they dealt with it quickly and without fuss. Extremely happy with the results and turned out… Read more “Turned out fantastic”
couldn’t recommend them highly enough
What a fantastic job done by Peterborough Improvements. From start to finish they were professional and pleasant to deal with and I couldn’t recommend them highly enough if you’re thinking of having work done by… Read more “couldn’t recommend them highly enough”
We are extremely pleased with the result
Shaun and his team turned up as promised each day and worked hard to replace our drive with new block paving. We are extremely pleased with the result and neighbours have commented how good it… Read more “We are extremely pleased with the result”
The team were superb from start to finish
The team were superb from start to finish, great workmanship and attention to detail. We are really pleased that we decided to get you guys to do the job and I would recommend anyone else to do the… Read more “The team were superb from start to finish”
The guys have done a superb job of our driveway
The guys have done a superb job of our driveway. I cannot recommend them… Read more “The guys have done a superb job of our driveway”
Top craftsmen, clean, tidy and highly recommended.
Shaun and his team could not have done a better job with our driveway than they have. The Resin was most certainly the best option for us, it looks stunning and took just a few days to install from start to finish even with us deciding to change all the edging… Read more “Top craftsmen, clean, tidy and highly recommended.”
Very impressed with samples of company’s work.
Recently moved and needed a completely new drive. Very impressed with samples of company’s work. Now that the job is finished very pleased with the quality and am happy to recommend Peterborough… Read more “Very impressed with samples of company’s work.”
My driveway has been completely transformed
My driveway has been completely transformed thanks to Shaun’s team. The lads were helpful, friendly and professional and nothing was too much trouble. I will be recommending them to family and… Read more “My driveway has been completely transformed”
Our neighbours have all commented how fantastic it looks
Just had our driveway and patio completed in resin bonded and we love it. Our neighbours have all commented how fantastic it… Read more “Our neighbours have all commented how fantastic it looks”
Highly recommend to anyone looking to have a new driveway
Shaun and his team did an excellent job replacing our worn out driveway with a new resin one. I looks fantastic and they were easy to work with. Highly recommend to anyone looking to have a new… Read more “Highly recommend to anyone looking to have a new driveway”
Very reliable and professional would highly recommend
Thank you Peterborough improvements …. excellent job done transforming my driveway. Very reliable and professional would highly recommend. Had lots of comments from friends and neighbours on how it looks. Thanks once again to Shaun and his… Read more “Very reliable and professional would highly recommend”
We would highly recommend them
We’ve just had our drive extended and resin coated by Peterborough improvements. We would highly recommend them it’s been hassle free with an amazing end result. Many Thanks, Kevin and… Read more “We would highly recommend them”
Did an absolutely fantastic job of our Resin driveway.
Did an absolutely fantastic job of our Resin driveway. Very professional, polite and reasonably priced. Will be having the guys back to sort our patio this… Read more “Did an absolutely fantastic job of our Resin driveway.”
Brillant job, highly recommended
Brilliant job, highly recommended. Can’t fault the service from start to… Read more “Brillant job, highly recommended”
I would highly recommend to anyone considering them
Huge thanks to the whole team at Peterborough Improvements, for completing the installation of our new resin bound aggregate driveway it looks utterly fantastic, such a huge improvement to our previous driveway. Darren and the team were really helpful throughout, and explained everything to us during the installation. I would highly recommend to anyone considering… Read more “I would highly recommend to anyone considering them”
Great work by the team
Had our old driveway lifted by the guys and a new Block paved driveway installed. Work was completed to a high standard and the guys were polite and… Read more “Great work by the team”
Looking for a bonded resin driveway? Look no further.
Looking for a bonded resin driveway? Look no further. I found Peterborough Improvements with a Google search. It’s reviews and galleries were impressive. Conversations with Shaun the owner left me in no doubt they were the men for the job. These guys know their business, be in no doubt. After speaking to Shaun, I didn’t… Read more “Looking for a bonded resin driveway? Look no further.”
Their quality of work is exceptional.
So pleased with the transformation of drive and garden area. Darren and the team are extremely professional and I would not hesitate to recommend them: thier quality of work is exceptional. Felt in very safe hands. The team were very polite and kept me informed at every step of the way. Thank you… Read more “Their quality of work is exceptional.”
Peterborough Improvements are a shining example of excellence
We just can’t say enough about how pleased and impressed we are with our new block paved driveway and patio. In an age of complacency Peterborough Improvements are a shining example of excellence. All the installers were friendly, polite and professional. Their attention to detail shows in the beautiful results. We have already had several… Read more “Peterborough Improvements are a shining example of excellence”
Am happy to recommend this company
Nick and his team did an excellent job clearing our old drive and making a new drain, then installing a resin/gravel surface that looks really smart and neat. They worked really hard, including at the weekend to finish the job that had been delayed by bad weather. Am happy to recommend this… Read more “Am happy to recommend this company”
Our driveway has just been done and they were brilliant
Our driveway has just been done and they were brilliant. Mum and dad are chuffed to pieces with it and cannot recommend the guys… Read more “Our driveway has just been done and they were brilliant”
Polite, professional workers
Shaun and his team have transformed our old gravel driveway into something stunning. We are the envy of our neighbours who have all commented how nice it looks. Polite, professional workers and Georgia kept us updated as the job went on. Cannot recommend enough. Feel free to let any potential customers to pop by and… Read more “Polite, professional workers”
Thank you Peterborough Improvements
We cannot thank Peterborough Improvements enough for transforming our driveway into one which finally enhances our home. In 2017, we instructed a company from Bournemouth to install a resin drive. However, within a month a crack had appeared not to mention the weeds. The crack seriously deteriorated and the company failed to accept any responsibility.… Read more “Thank you Peterborough Improvements”
What a fantastic job
Recently had my driveway replaced with a resin driveway by Nick and the team. What a fantastic job! Very pleased and would highly… Read more “What a fantastic job”
The workmanship and professionalism can be really recommended
Shaun and his team did a fantastic job on our beautifully renovated drive. The workmanship and professionalism can be really recommended. The work was completed in the time specified and we were kept informed on each process of the job in hand. All materials and equipment were to a high standard making the finished job… Read more “The workmanship and professionalism can be really recommended”
We are thrilled with our new drive
When we decided to go for a new drive, we wanted the resin bonded type of drive. We had received Facebook posts from the company and, after a visit from Sean, decided to take the plunge. Choosing the colours of the two resins was the most difficult part of the decision but photos of previous… Read more “We are thrilled with our new drive”
No hesitation in recommending
Absolutely fantastic job of our new driveway no hesitation in… Read more “No hesitation in recommending”
I chose you out of 4 companies and I definitely made the right choice.
Hi Shaun, Just a quick note to say thanks to you and your lads for doing a fabulous job on the driveway, you have been a pleasure to deal with. I will recommend you to everyone. I chose you out of 4 companies and I definitely made the right… Read more “I chose you out of 4 companies and I definitely made the right choice.”
Had my Resin driveway completed and looks awesome
Had my Resin driveway completed and looks awesome, the guys who worked on it was friendly and professional, the guys who dug it up kept in contact when they could work due to bad weather, pleased I went with these guys and a resin driveway!… Read more “Had my Resin driveway completed and looks awesome”
Have given us a beautiful new drive
Shaun and his team installed a porous resin-bound driveway to replace an old tarmac drive which was prone to flooding and was breaking up. They worked hard through many weather interruptions and have given us a beautiful new drive. They were tidy, professional and a pleasure to have around. Highly… Read more “Have given us a beautiful new drive”
Thank you Sean and your men for a painless experience
We decided to opt for a resin bound driveway and after finding Peterborough Improvements on facebook decided to book a visit from Sean. After an initial visit from Sean who created a superb design mock for us to look at we decided to take the plunge and the most difficult part of everything was deciding… Read more “Thank you Sean and your men for a painless experience”
You will not be disappointed.
We have had a full resin drive install done by Shaun’s lads. Absolutely chuffed to bits with the outcome. We had high expectations based on what we had heard about Peterborough Improvements, it is fair to say our expectations have been surpassed. Excellent quality and high standard of work from the lads. I have no… Read more “You will not be disappointed.”
Shaun and the team did a great job
Excellent job from the quoting stage right through to completion. Shaun and the team did a great job, would recommend… Read more “Shaun and the team did a great job”