Recently completed examples of resin bonded stone works from the local area. Together with some older previous works

Covid and a recent incident at our suppliers head office has created a slight hiatus for Drive-Cote as a business.

We have endeavoured and will endeavour to complete where possible.  However our requirement as a business is to make sure we use the right product for the right purpose.  We have used out existing resin supplier for at least a decade.

We wish them a speedy return to business.  Until such time we have used our existing stock carefully and aim to put this resin bonded stone works hiatus  to bed soon.                                                                                                                           

Call us now  01623 623986. We are based in Mansfield .  No sales men. Contact Simon or Faith and have a chat.

From where we are based in the East Midlands (the Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire border) we can resurface your driveway path or patio. Providing you with a weed free alternative to the usual block paving, imprinted concrete, tarmac, and concrete options. Beeston, Bolsover, Clowne, Daventry ,Edwinstowe, Gedling, Kirkby in Ashfield, Loughborough Matlock, Newthorpe, Old Whittington, Radcliffe on Trent, Sheffield, Walesby or Wollaton.

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We had an interesting discussion recently with a potential client wanting  to discuss the  resin bound and resin bonded options for a leafy patio area.

Our response to  the question which is the best resin bound or resin bonded ? was as follows –

“Good morning and apologies for the delay in reaffirming our chat a few days ago.
You were quite correct in there being 2 types of resin and you were right to try and clarify  the differences in purpose, installation and requirements etc.

The two types  (we will list as it is easier for clarity and to be aware of the strengths, purposes and differences between the 2 resins).

Resin bonded (Bonds to a surface below) 

Applied to an existing surface – concrete or tarmac (non porous surface)  for vehicles, possibly slabbs/paving if foot traffic only.
NOT porous
Less expensive
Does not affect existing levels
Anti slip and weed resilient
Can be completed in a day

Resin bound (bound in a mixer and trowelled on)

Applied to a prepared compacted hardcore type surface (porous) existing surfaces should be removed unless already porous
Is porous
More expensive
Will affect existing levels if applied to existing surfaces (which we don’t advocate)
Requires more preparation work and will probably require (skips)  waste /rubble removal

For your particular purpose – in our opinion it would be difficult to advocate either of these resin applications. As you explained you do have an ongoing fight with weeds and growth in the non slabbed areas in between the slabs/garden/path areas.

We  would suggest a keener management of the area (s) that are causing you the concern  – perhaps ask your gardener to look at a resin based jointing compound sometimes known as a patio mortar.

There are also patio (which covers quite a wide field of surfaces – blocks and paving slabbs for eg)  maintenance companies a local one is CDS –  https://cdsservicesltd.co.uk/.  We  would suggest trying them and seeing if they can help to try and seal the area more?

However one important aspect to consider is that if an area is fully sealed and becomes non porous where does the water go? By the same token if you leave it as it is,  it will always require management weed control as you aware aware weeds don’t only grow up but they embed and flourish!

What we all need to realise (and we have been guilty of this) is that nothing is perfect!  Its a case of trying to work out the best for you and the area causing you concern which is what you are doing.

You live in a beautiful part of Nottinghamshire but that has a price!  Weeds and growth on your patio/path garden area will be more occurring because of the very nature of the area you live in. We always say to clients and enquirers one shoe does not fit all.

I hope we have given you a little more information to make a more informed decision.  Sometimes it is better to stick with what you have and continue to work with it.
Good luck”

You will see we have not suggested either as an option.  Resin is an amazing and resilient product but  it is not always the right product.

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resin bonded stone pricing is a popular subject now the  fairweather gardening time has arrived.

As with most building materials an estimate ( an approximate)  is just what it says.  A quote ( a fixed charge) is a price for doing the job.

Resin Bonded  Gravel and Resin Bonded  Aggregate providing an alternative to the usual options  for your driveway path or patio. If it’s not broke don’t fix it. 

We are based in Nottinghamshire . We have completed anti slip surfacing  in Skegby,  Aspley,  Bilsthorpe, Bulwell,  Clay cross, Cotgrave  Huthwaite,  Mansfield Woodhouse, New Houghton,  Pentrich, Ravenshead, Sellers Wood, Shirebrook,  Toton, Warsop, Worksop

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Over the years we at Drive-Cote have installed a varied selection of paths patios and driveways providing our customers with the opportunity to peruse our resin bonded stone install history.

For example in March of 2013 we talked about  Suds compliance and gave examples of working with resin on concrete and tarmac for paths patios and driveways.

Feel free to view our resin bonded stone install history  and to see examples of our work.

We are an independent Mansfield company and pride ourselves on providing bespoke solutions.  However it should always be remembered that one shoe does not fit all.  We will only work on surfaces that suitable

Resin Bonded  Gravel and Resin Bonded  Aggregate provide an alternative to the usual options  for your driveway path or patio. If it’s not broke don’t fix it. 

We are based in Nottinghamshire .  We have completed anti slip surfacing  in Skegby,  Aspley,  Bilsthorpe, Bulwell,  Clay cross, Cotgrave,Doncaster, Huthwaite, Mansfield Woodhouse, New Houghton, Pentrich,  Ravenshead, Sellers Wood, Shirebrook,  Sutton Bonnington, Toton, Warsop, Worksop

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Back in November 2016 we highlighted the issues with slippery driveway path and patio surfaces and with the weather this week forecast to be icy it brings home the need to ensure your driveway path or patio is not a danger to you or your visitors.

In our post we also referred to an imprinted concrete surface we had recovered previously and said

“This drive has been laid about 7 years and it sounds as though it is in excellent condition – lovingly sealed and cleaned each year to extend and protect it.  Quite the right thing to do.  BUT  due to the slope on this access this is causing a great deal of difficulty for the owner and indeed his visitors.  Sealing protects but can also lead to reinforcing the slipperiness.   An anti slip path would alleviate the problem without having to have this otherwise perfect imprinted concrete driveway covered up”

      So consider resin bonded stone for your slippy tarmac, concrete and imprinted concrete surfaces.  Mansfield, Ashfield, Sutton in Ashfield, Ambergate, Hilcote, Alfreton, Westhouses, Tibshelf. 

Remember our resin bonded stone resurfaces existing surfaces so no mess no disruption, completed in a day.  No additives required to provide an anti slip surface as opposed to the result from a resin bound stone driveway anti slip properties.

Resin bonded stone is sometimes called scatter coat resin bonded stone – the angular non coated aggregate provides excellent adhesion and anti slip properties.  Resin bound stone provides a shiny surface as it has a covering for the stone.  This can be “anti slipped” so to speak but we believe is not as effective as the Drive-Cote Ltd resin bonded scatter coat system. Scatter coat sometimes is indicated as not as good as resin bound (trowelled on) but they are completely different applications and provide a difference quality to your driveway, path or patio.

The angular shaped stone sits proud of the resin thus providing more aggressive anti slip surfacing.  Don’t forget a resin seal (both for blockpaved and resin bound) will wear on your driveway through tyre use.  So maintenance will be required in both these installations.

Remember the right product for the right purpose so consider the difference between resin bonded and resin bound stone driveway anti slip properties We would not advocate a resin bonded surface for a playground area as one shoe does not fit all.

To arrange for a free no obligation quote  or just to have a chat 01623 623986 Simon or Faith.

For a Resin Drive installation near you  Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire or Lincolnshire , Alfreton  Bakersfield  Basford, Bingham, Blidworth, Carlton, Clifton, Chesterfield,  Dronfield, Gamston Village, Kegworth, Keyworth, New Ollerton, Northants,Pilsley, Retford, Selston, Shirland, Stanton Hill and Wingerworth

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This week we have received a request to provide anti slip surfacing for a steel surface for a local company.  This is a project we will be looking to complete at the earliest as, as always resurfacing works are required as a matter or urgency.

This week the forecast is a frosty outlook, so it will not be an option to complete the works too soon.

Each year the UK is subject to diverse winter weathers! Snow and rain, frost and sunshine!  These elements can create issues on tarmac and concrete surfaces (you only have to look at the roads and potholes).  With our resin bonded surfacing being quite aggressive to the touch, there is not much out there for the driveway paving and patio surfaces  to rival the superb anti slip qualities Drive-Cote’s resin bonded aggregate can provide.

We have been working with resin now for a number of years see our previous posts on works and enquiries.

Mansfield, Shirebrook, Ripley, Ilkeston, heanor, Alfreton, Bingham, Shirland, Stonebroom, Sheffield, Chesterfield.  Call for a free no obligation quote.

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porous permeable resin bonded stone  -is it permeable?  Or is it porous – whats the difference?

Porosity tells us how much water rock or soil can retain. Permeability is a measure of how easily water can travel through porous soil or bedrock. Soil and loose sediments, such as sand and gravel, are porous and permeable. They can hold a lot of water, and it flows easily through them. Although clay and shale are porous and can hold a lot of water, the pores in these fine-grained materials are so small that water flows very slowly through them. Clay has a low permeability.

Resin bonded stone is not porous or permeable, resin bound paving, aggregate and stone are all said to be permeable.  The question is how permeable is a porous surface.

We have been working with resin for over 15 years now and we are constantly amazed at the reports out there that the free draining of a surface can solve all your drainage problems.

Porous permeable resin bonded stone is not an option because it is an impermeable and protective surface. The purpose of a resin bonded surface is different than a resin bound application.  In addition to this it is a completely different installation process.

Confused? then call us for a free no obligation chat.

Choice of colours and finishes

Chesterfield, Mansfield, Shireboork, Heanor, Ilkeston, Eckington.  Driveway path or patio we can resurface in a day.

Weed free and maintenance free can be completed in a day using existing surfaces. Anti slip impermeable resurfacing providing an attractive and durable surface.  No mess no disruption and more importantly no skips or waste removal.  How come?

Call now for a free no obligation quote. 01623 623986  and speak with Simon or Faith. No salesmen just honest answers.

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For a resin bonded resurfacing option there are no special resin paving edging requirements unlike resin bound paving which usually does.

Resin paving edging requirements are not a necessary with resin bonded applications  as one of the benefits of a resin resurfacing project with the resin bonded install is the fact that it does not affect exisiting levels.  Key and extremely important for the end product so it does not affect access to gates and doors for example, or more importantly drainage.

Resin paving edging requirements differ with resin bound stone applications as this is applied on a deeper level so ultimately it can affect existing levels, access and drainage.

We have recently completed a small commercial project in Sheffield and this client wanted an anti slip option in addition to the resurfacing needs.

Due to the speed of application and curing time this created minimal mess and disruption and as it was an access way, minor hindrance in accessing the site.  No resin paving edging requirements for this neat little project.  Don’t forget resin bonded aggregate  can extend and protect the original surface. As the resin is an impermeable product it prevents the ingress of water and therefore reduces deterioration of the existing concrete or tarmac.

Call now for a free no obligation chat. 

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a resin bonded USP for your concrete or patio would have to be the fact that it uses an existing surface as a base.

Not all resin resurfacing is bonded and therefore does not provide the benefit of the USP on using an existing surface.  This week we have been provided with a number of enquiries all needing clarification as to the difference between resin bonded and resin bound surfacing and paving options.

We are Mansfield based and have been working with resin for nearly 2 decades and even to this day we still have to clarify the differences in resin, its purposes and uses and the benefits.

We have even recently seen a resurfacing with resin on a block paved drive which is not a something we advocate. Resin is a solid monolithic surface the same as concrete and tarmac and installing resin bonded stone on an impermeable surface means it reinforces the stability and strength of the resin.  The USP being it uses existing surfaces.  Don’t take our word for it.  Call for an example near you.

Mansfield Ashfield Sutton Chesterfield Higham Alfreton Shirland Westhouse Stonebroom Morton Pilsey Tibshelf Stanton Hill Shirebrook

Commercial or residential we can help.

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As the start of the season begins we thought we would  remind everyone of the possible driveway surface solutions available.  Obviously when we say driveway we include paths and patios in this subject.

• Resin Bonded Stone
• Resin Bound Paving
• Block paving
• Imprinted concrete
• Tarmac
• Concrete

No one surface is the ideal, especially if the subject matter is external.  Whilst we in the UK are not subject to severe weather conditions as a whole, we still need to be respectful of elements which can create the need for possible driveway surface solutions.

The freeze thaw effect which has not had much effect this year, is the main cause of surface deterioration with tarmac and concrete.  Potholes and shelling being obvious evidence of the how the weather can damage our driveways paths and patios.  That said the surface damage is generally superficial and if treated or protected soon enough further deterioration will not occur.

Resin bonded stone and resin bound paving very often confused as the same ( which they are definitely not), block paving, imprinted concrete, tarmac and concrete are all possible options but it should be realised there is a downside to all  external surfacing.  It may be a maintenance option is necessary (block paving and imprinted concrete for example).  We always recommend all possible driveway surface solutions are considered carefully.  Consider why you need to address the area, or if it is just a cosmetic solution you required.

[See image gallery at www.drive-cote.co.uk] We try to provide the pro’s and cons with all our clients.  As a Mansfield based company we aim to offer honest advice.  For example consider what is already down and the purpose for what you are considering possible driveway surface solutions for – is it to protect? Is it to look attractive?  Is it a necessary finish?  Do you want a choice of colour?

Remember you do not have to resurface in in one go your driveway path or patio area can be an organic development and can even create kerb appeal.

Mansfield, Ripley, Heanor, Belper, Shirebook, Warsop, Blidworth, Bilsthorpe call now for a free quote.

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