If you're thinking about a resin bound driveway, understanding the installation process helps you know what to expect — and what quality looks like at each stage. Here's how we approach every installation.
Stage 1: Site Survey and Specification
- Before any work begins, we conduct a free site survey. We:
- Measure the area accurately
- Assess the existing base (can it be overlaid, or does it need excavation?)
- Discuss drainage requirements
- Review aggregate and edging options
- Produce a fully itemised written quote
No survey = no quote. We never price without seeing the site first.
Stage 2: Groundworks (Where Required)
- If excavation is needed:
- Excavation: Remove the existing surface to the required depth (typically 150–200mm total)
- Sub-base: Supply and lay MOT Type 1 aggregate to the correct depth
- Compaction: Machine-compact the sub-base in layers
- Edging: Set out and bed the border edging (granite setts, block kerbs, or aluminium restraints)
- Drainage: Install any required drainage channels or soakaways
This is typically a 1-day process for a standard driveway.
Stage 3: Surface Preparation
- Before resin is applied:
- Clean: The base is swept and blown clear of all dust and debris
- Dry: We confirm the surface is moisture-free (critical for adhesion)
- Prime: The correct primer for the substrate is applied and allowed to cure
Skipping or rushing this stage is the most common cause of installation failures.
Stage 4: Resin Mixing and Application
- This is the technically skilled phase:
- Mixing: The two-part resin (Part A and Part B) is combined in the correct ratio, then the aggregate is added and mixed until every stone is fully coated
- Application: The mix is poured onto the surface and trowel-spread to a consistent, even depth — typically 15–18mm
- Finishing: The surface is smoothed, edges are detailed, and the area is allowed to begin curing
The mix has a limited working time (approximately 20–30 minutes), so our team works methodically and efficiently to ensure consistent coverage.
Stage 5: Curing and Final Inspection
What We Leave Behind
A clean site, a fully swept surface, and a driveway you can start enjoying immediately (on foot) and fully within 24 hours. We remove all waste and leave your property as clean as we found it.