resin bonded system path equipment

A resin bonded system path equipment requirement is different to a resin bound system path equipment requirement. 

In the most basic of requirements the following will  needed for the different applications

The main resin bonded tools and equipment

Resin                          

Aggregate

Paddle mixer

Protective masking tape

The main resin bound tools and equipment

Resin

Aggregate

Resin trowel

Resin float

Wheelbarrow

Protective masking tape

Forced action mixer

Not a lot of difference really.  However the following should be considered when ultimately choosing between resin bonded or resin bound installs.

Duration and installation time           Cost                Permeability

Anti slip quality                 Fit for purpose

There are products out there and in the grand scheme of things these items make it all seem very complicated.   Then there is the contradiction of you tube which can indicate anyone can do it!

But it is the same as anything  – the right tools , product knowledge and experience  are all key.  So anybody can do it right? 

Yes!  but it depends how well you want the works completed.  Also how much are you prepared to pay twice for a job that should only be completed once.

We can all paint – over the years  we repeat this process and with the help of  you tube, mums and dads,  mates in the trade etc  and they all serve to indicate a diy project is possible . As the years progress we all gain experience in painting and decorating. However with a resin bonded or resin bound install  this will not be a regular application.  Well at least it shouldn’t be!

When we are  installing resin,  preparation and the surface to be applied to are key.  Together with the correct resin.  N.B .there are many different types pf resin and suppliers.  But how many are good quality products and supplies?

Remember the John Ruskin an English writer and philospher quote 

“It’s unwise to pay too much, but it’s worse to pay too little. When you pay too much, you lose a little money – that’s all. When you pay too little, you sometimes lose everything, because the thing you bought was incapable of doing the thing it was bought to do.”

We can  install resin bonded aggregate the resurfacing for you  –  Resin Bonded Gravel and Resin Bonded  Aggregate will  provide  an alternative to the usual options  for your driveway path or patio. If it’s not broke don’t fix it.  Resurface it! Anti slip  properties.

We will keep you informed every step of the way. From the first point of contact through to the completed project.

We are based in Nottinghamshire and have installed  anti slip resin resurfacing  in Skegby,  Aspley,   Bilsthorpe, Bulwell,  Clay Cross, Huthwaite,  Mansfield Woodhouse, Clipstone,  New Houghton,  Pentrich,  Ravenshead, Sellers Wood, Shirebrook, Toton, Warsop, and Worksop

Free no obligation quotes available.  01623 623986

block paving resin resurfacing

Can block paving resin resurfacing work?   Simply put No!

Block pavers are individual surfaces which have the ability to move independently.   Resin surfacing is a monolithic singular surface.  Meaning no independent movement

This means with the weight of a vehicle one surface will contradict the other.  One of the many benefits  to have a solid monolithic substrate to support the resin. If you think about it concrete is used for footings . Why? Because it is a solid structure.  Meaning every good reason for it to be suitable a driveway.

Tarmac is equally suitable as this is also a solid monolithic surface.

resin bonded stone

Resin bonded stone, resin bonded aggregate or resin bonded gravel (all are the same)  originated from the ability to protect and offer an anti slip and potentially weed free surface.  Over time the evolution to domestic surfacing as opposed to commercial has developed. 

We were called to quote for a covering for block paving.  Resin has a number of uses albeit differing types of resin, ranging from a clear coating  which can work on block paving down to the requirement to remove block paving to provide a resin bonded or bound surface.  However our resin for resurfacing block paving is not realistic. However the quote we were already call out to assess was all set up to have a bound surface laid onto it!  Consequently not  something that would have provided any longevity or durability

Resin bound is laid to a depth that  can require the use of profiles

These profiles which are only required for bound installs and NOT bonded offer a support and an edging to support the surface.

The options  with resin once a surface such as block paving  is removed  would be:

Option 1

would be to lay resin bound surfacing and there is plenty of information on numerous sites. Explaining the processes and procedures

Option 2

would be to lay a new concrete or tarmac surface and then have a resin bonded surface.

Neither of these to options would be an inexpensive choice.

All options for driveways paths and patios highlight the surface water drainage requirements, however it should always be noted whilst permeability is always reinforced as a need it is not a must.

MANAGING run off water is the requirement.

We offer free no obligation quotes so call us for a friendly chat. 01623 623986