We  decided  to remind ourselves looking back at our posts.  Some resin bonded stone historical posts for the month of January

• January 2013 we talked of Snowmagedden 

• January 2014  we talked about the environment 

We made mention of  needing  to be respectful of the wildlife  and how over the years the environment has changed and continues to change.   We also said what choices we made 10 or 20 years ago are not necessarily the same choice we should make now.  How true is this bearing in mind current climate changes

• January 2015 we talked about the advantages of resin bonded stone   

How the years have changed. From a Snowmagedden to  a BBC weather  report for January 2022 which says January 2022 was the sunniest since 1959.

“The Met Office has also confirmed it was the sunniest January on record for England with a total of 80.7 hours, beating the previous record of 77.5 in 1959. It is also the third sunniest January on record for the UK, with 1959 remaining in the top spot with 69.7 hours”

How things change!

Resin bonded stone historically was a fair weather option.  Usually associated with Spring and Summer.  However look at January last year and you would have to say that is not so! Unless they have moved January to another Season?

Mansfield Kirkby in Ashfield, Ripley, Alfreton, Sutton in Ashfield, Clipstone, Vicar Water  all local.  Resin bonded stone resurface existing concrete and tarmac to protect and  enhance. Free no obligation quotes 01623 623986

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Winter is upon us and slip trips and falls are to be expected.  Why not minimise the risks?  Weather resistant anti slip resin surfacing can help with this. Available to be completed in a day.  Minimal mess and disruption.  Choices of colours and finishes.

So what makes a good weather resistant anti slip resin surfacing product? 

Why not call for a free no obligation quote?  Mansfield Ashfield,  Bolsover  we

are a local company providing a local service.

Resurfacing with anti slip resin provides an attractive and durable finish.  Even steel can be a surfacing option 

Driveway paths and patios.  Concrete tarmac and imprinted concrete.

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 but accessible to Yorkshire and Derbyshire areas.  We have completed anti slip surfacing  in Skegby,  Aspley,  Bilsthorpe, Bulwell,   Clay cross, Cotgrave Huthwaite, Leamington Spa, Mansfield Woodhouse, New Houghton, Northampton, Pentrich, Peterborough, Ravenshead, Sellers Wood, Shirebrook, Toton, Warsop, Worksop

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Over the past 15 to 20 years  resin bonded stone demand has increased massively.  The reasons for this are varied. Suppliers and installers would say –

speed of install   durablity    attractiveness   permeability    versality  anti slip properties

and these are just a few of the benefits!

Perhaps the best marketing position every business is vying for is helping its rise in popularity  according to Google? 

If we compare the previous standards 

Block paving      concrete    tarmac  imprinted concrete   slabbs

you could ask what do they have that resin doesn’t – or vice versa!

We have always said one shoe does not fit all!  The more alternatives we have available means consumers have choice.

The ability to use what is the best fit or most suitable is always a bonus.

Grass where concrete was is not necessarily the right choice for you (eg if you  want to park cars on your drive) .  However it may well be totally fit for purpose for your neighbour for eg  who wants less of a hardstanding  garden area.

Resin bonded stone demand is not as high as resin bound.  Do you know the difference?  Be sure to make sure you are aware of the difference. 

Can it go on concrete? Does it go on hardcore? How durable is the bonded as opposed to the bound? Is it weed free? Does it require maintenance?

Resin bonded stone demand is going from strength to strength.  Landfill concerns  mean that if the existing surface is suitable it can be resurfaced.

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,Edwinstowe, Gedling, Kirkby in Ashfield, Matlock, Newthorpe, Old Whittington, Radcliffe on Trent, Sheffield,  Walesby,  or Wollaton.

Towns local to us in Mansfield for example  Arnold, Bilborough, Bramcote, Caunton, Church Warsop,  Forest Town, Hucknall, Langwith Junction, Mansfield, North Wingfield, Oxton, Ratcliffe on Trent, Sherwood, South Normanton, Stretton, Tollerton,Walton and  Woodthorpe

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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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In April 2013 we wrote about  pothole problems and we think that this will be even more of an issue for the countrywide road system going forward.

Wear and tear

Manpower issues in general

Covid 19 pandemic 

Weather changes affected by global warming can be contributory factors to deterioration in the road surfaces as well.  Creating a need for  some of us to consider driveway pothole resurfacing.

Notts County Council say on their website

What is a pothole and how do they form? 

“A pothole is a large, deep hole in the road. They are formed when roads freeze and thaw repeatedly. The changes in temperature causes damage to the surface. Layers of the road become unstuck or the surface breaks. As traffic travels over these weakened areas holes appear. 

Potholes can appear at any time of year but are more frequent during late winter and early spring”. 

Our driveways paths and patios can be subject to similar deterioration.  Tarmac and concrete are strong substrates but may need a little tlc over the years.  Sometimes the surface may have been physically marked and damaged (oil spills and skip damage for example) sometimes they may be beyond repair and require a brand new surface.

Our resin bonded surface (bonded not bound) cannot always work with all issues, however one of the main benefits of our resin is the ability to resurface an existing surface and to not affect the existing level.

Frost damage, heave and shelling all allow the elements to attack the surface but as long as the structure is sound this will only be surface damage to start with.  However left to deteriorate without protection this could eventually be irreparable.

Our resin is a polyurethane based product if you require some technical trivia please see . This website talks about the advantages and properties.  The site talks about the abrasion and impact resistance for example.  This is an aspect that is key and relevant to the resin and the aggregates to be used. Crushing, impact and gravity and water absorption being relevant. 

Science and technology is behind the correct use of resins and aggregates and the different applications.

We have been working within the local area for in excess of 15 years now.  Our Resin Bonded Gravel can protect, anti slip and extend the life of your existing concrete or tarmac surface.

Blidworth,  Chesterfield, Clipstone, Cromford, East Bridgford, Kilburn, Long Eaton, Mapperley, New Tupton, Nottingham, Pinxton, Ruddington, Stapleford, Sutton in Ashfield, Kirkby in Ashfield  West Bridgford, Ripley, Ravenshead, Bilsthorpe.

For driveway pothole resurfacing with resin bonded stone call Simon or Faith  quotes 01623 623986

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Now is the time to beat the slippy and icy surfaces with a winterproof resin bonded stone anti slip surface.

Resin bound surfacing  encapsulates the stone and is trowelled on to surfaces meaning the new  surface is not as anti slip as a  resin bonded stone area.  The uniqueness of a resin bonded surface is that the shape and size of the aggregate and the fact that it sits proud of the resin whilst also being partly embedded in resin for adhesion.

Road use is where the winterproof resin bonded stone started –  providing anti skid properties but at the same time offering a durable and protective  surface.

Winter time is catching up fast and in October 2013 we wrote about how the weather can be a dictate for installations

“However once again we see the statements by some companies that they can apply resin (resin bound and resin bonded) when it is raining.   But be very wary of these claims as a resin drive installation Winter time can be hard work.  The weather does not have to halt a project, but it can hold it to ransom!  Concrete and tarmac have different porosity qualities so the surface for  resin drive installations Winter time can dictate on how and when to apply a resin bonded or resin bound application”

Colours and designs available and with free no obligation quotes why not call for a free chat 01623 623986.  Mansfield, Bolsover, Grassmoor, Ripley, Sutton in Ashfield, Kirkby in Ashfield.

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     Resin bonded stone in comparison to resin bound paving is a relatively speedy resin install. No mess and disruption to remove an existing concrete or tarmac surface. No unsightly skips, no limited access to your property whilst works are completed.  So if you want a relatively speedy resin install compared to the alternatives such as block paving, concrete or slabs. Call us for a free quote.

We always recommend researching the options available.  Costs, pros and cons, design suggestions.  There is an abundance of  information available.  Providing home owners with pointers to consider before embarking on a garden or driveway project.

One of the many  benefits of google is that you can collect information from various sources giving you knowledge! Don’t take our word for it ! Check this example

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 but accessible to Yorkshire and Derbyshire areas. We have completed anti slip surfacing in Skegby, Bilsthorpe, Bulwell, Clay Cross, Cotgrave,   Mansfield Woodhouse, New Houghton, Northampton, Pentrich, Ravenshead, Sellers Wood, Shirebrook,  Toton, Warsop, Worksop.

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Our resin bonded works provide a seamless protective and durable covering option.  In addition our resin resurfacing  option provides a weed resistant and anti slip surface.

Whether you have concrete or tarmac our specialist covering can use the surface without affecting existing levels.  

No mess!

In addition can be completed in a day!

Patios and paths can be resurfaced to compliment your Nottingham resin driveway.   Finishes available in a variety of colours

Resin Bonded  Gravel and Resin Bonded  Aggregate to 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 and accessible to Skegby,  Bilsthorpe, Bulwell,   Clay Cross, Cotgrave,  Huthwaite, Mansfield Woodhouse, New Houghton, Nottingham, Pentrich, Peterborough, Ravenshead, Sellers Wood, Shirebrook, Toton, Warsop, Worksop.

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Recent resin drive enquiry received just after Christmas 2019. 

Unfortunately this recent resin drive enquiry was out of area, however we are always happy to provide information and referrrals where possible.

 From: Dave   ………@virgin.net>

 Sent: 08 January 2020 14:13

To: info@drive-cote.co.uk

 Subject: Resin bonded driveway

  Hi,     I stumbled upon your website after reading about you in an online forum “outandabout live”. The pseudonym of the very helpful person was “faithcaine” who may be an owner. I have a forty year old concrete drive which although cracked in places is very solid. These have probably been there since the 1980’s as I have seen little change since then. Would this be suitable for resin-bonded? Photo attached.

Unfortunately I think I may be way too far out of your area (Essex) for you to be able to help me.  I do wonder if perhaps you know the names of any reliable installers in the S.E. though if that is the case. Kind regards,  Dave

We replied

Thank you for your email.  Guilty as charged!   that  was me on “outandabout live”! 

Simon has looked at your images and based on an assumption that the levels are not too differing on the different sections, with good prep works the resin bonded stone should be able to be resurfaced.  As with all works its about a site visit and good prep work. 

You are correct we are too far to be able to complete the works.  However there are 2 National companies who have installers in different areas.  Just remember and be aware a lot of companies favour the bound (requiring the existing surface to be removed).  However with resin bonded this is designed to resurface existing surfaces. 

Addagrip seem to work more with resin bonded  so I would start with them first.  Also if you look local – shopping centres and walk ways –  you will probably find works completed – contact the council and see if they can tell you who installed the surface and whilst they may be commercial and bound-  they may well be able to recommend a local installer.

 www.sureset.co.uk or www.addagrip.co.uk 

 Hopefully I have continued to be the helpful “faithcaine” and this will help you with your recent resin driveway enquiry and good luck.

 Regards  Faith

 01623 623986

 www.drive-cote.co.uk

Hi Faith,

Well thank you so much for the helpful advice especially as you are not in my area. All I can say is good luck with your business and I am sure you will continue to do well with your excellent attitude to customers and people in general as well judging by your comments on that forum. Kind Regards Dave

Imprinted concrete, tarmac or concrete we can resurface (subject to a site survey).   Anti slip and virtually weedfree.  No mess and no disruption and no or minimum  costly landfill disposal requirements.  Our resurfacing option does not affect existing surfaces.

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