A resin stone patio surface can enhance and improve the durability of an existing surface. Whether the surface is worn or just in need of a little tlc.

Optins for varieties and choices of colours are a standard.   Not to mention  wide ranging.  But there are also bespoke options be available resulting in unlimited options

Give us a call us for a free quote and chat  01623 623986

Many companies talk about

• Removal of existing surfaces
• Excavation depths
• Perimeter edging
• Resin profiles
• Type of MOT layer
• Use of whacker plates
• Use of geotextile membranes
• Laying a new base
• Use of grids

Resin BOUND stone patio path and driveway surfaces are what require the above.

BUT

Simply none of which are required with a resin BONDED stone patio, path and driveway surfaces.

We do not advocate that our resin bonded surfacing is suitable for all surfaces and for all purposes. 

However resin bonded aggregate applications are minimal mess and disruption  thereby can be completed in the same day.  Not to mention anti slip and weed free

Resin bonded stone installs do not require:

• Removal of existing surfaces Excavation depths   Perimeter edging
• Resin profile Type of MOT layers  Use of whacker plates
• Use of geotextile membrane Laying a new base  Use of grids

Resin Bonded Gravel and Resin Bonded  Aggregate simply  provides an alternative to the usual options for driveways paths and  patios.   Moreover if your concrete or tarmac  is not broke don’t fix it. 

No mess  and minimal disruption.  A resin stone patio surface by Drive-Cote can extend the life of the existing surface.  Simple quotes provided in a timely manner. Drive-Cote is a local company providing a local service.

We are based in Nottinghamshire.  We have completed resin bonded stone installs   in Skegby,  Aspley,   Bilsthorpe, Bulwell,  Stanton Hill  Clay cross, Cotgrave,  Huthwaite,  Mansfield Woodhouse, New Houghton,  Pentrich, Ravenshead, Sellers Wood, Shirebrook,  Heanor , Warsop, Worksop

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Whether that be the resin itself or the operator there are limitations.

resin bonded stone working temperature requires careful monitoring

For our resin installs we work within the surface and operating temperature guidelines. 

+5 ° to  +35°  is one of the indicators we do not work outside of.

Resin  is a two part product and in order for the mixing process to work correctly temperature is  key to the process.

Our resin is primarily for commercial use but we apply  residential adaptations  including mixing and application.

There are many comments on the internet with regard to the “scatter” coat system (resin bonded) but many fail to highlight the benefits of such a product.

• Anti slip

• Complete in a day

• No need to remove the existing surface

• Extremely short curing period

Drive-Cote Ltd resin work with a natural border

We have over the past few years noticed an increase in the demand for resurfacing  particularly of imprinted concrete. 

Why ?

Drive-Cote Ltd believes it is relative to the options available for sealing and protecting the imprinted concrete.  Currently  the seals available serve to protect the imprinted concrete, but at the same time do not offer adequate anti slip properties, and certainly not to the degree that an anti slip resin drive can.  In fact the resin drive offers a degree of purchase and anti slip quality that seals cannot.  The resin bonded resurfacing allows the special granular aggregate to sit slightly proud of the resin offering the best anti slip properties. 

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

Advancements in our resin have allowed a more efficient use of it.  However with the variables in temperature (sometimes in a matter of hours!) over the years the  resin bonded stone working temperature is key.

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, Mansfield Woodhouse, New Houghton,  Pentrich, Peterborough, Ravenshead, Sellers Wood, Shirebrook,  Toton, Warsop, Worksop

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Over a year ago we wrote about the benefits of resin bonded stone

Aftercare and maintenance required for anti slip surfacing by Drive-Cote Ltd  is minimal. A stiff brush to remove excess aggregate. The occasional jetwash is all that is required.  Not so for resin bound though so be sure to make the correct choice for your requirements.

Back in June 2014 we pointed out some  differences between the 2 installs 

Quality materials and suppliers are also key .  Derbyshire Aggregates are one of the stalwarts of the industry. On their website  you will find a large amount of information.  As a home owner we would would advise you to find as much background information with regard to the suitability of the resin options as possible.

[See image gallery at www.drive-cote.co.uk] We are based in Mansfield and can provide you with free no obligation quotes.  Call Simon and Faith for a chat  about anti slip surfacing by Drive-Cote Ltd.

Mansfield, Sutton in Ashfield, Ripley, Alfreton, Ravenshead, Shirebrook, Heanor, Alfreton, Stonebroom, Shirland, Pinxton, South Normanton and Hilcote.  We can cover all these areas.  Concrete or tarmac or imprinted  concrete we can resurface without affecting the existing surfaces.

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

Resin bound surfacing  encapsulates the stone and is trowelled on to surfaces. This means the surface is not as anti slip as a winterproof 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 resin bonded stone started –  providing anti skid properties but at the same time offering a durable and protective  surface. What makes resin bonded resurfacing anti slip – more irregularities expressed in the aggregate shape which in turn creates more friction- its as simple as this.  The smoother the surface the more slippy the 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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  Shall we elaborate on the resin uses existing concrete patio base statement?  Please read carefully and note the key difference between the 2 types of resin to start with.

• Resin bound is permeable
• Resin bonded is impermeable
• Resin bound encapsulates the aggregate (sometime know as media or stone)
• Resin bonded has the aggregate applied to the resin it is not mixed together or agitated.
• Resin bonded does not affect the existing levels
• Resin bound will affect existing levels if applied to an existing surface whether it is concrete or tarmac
• Resin bonded is installed to an approximate 5 – 8mm in depth
• Resin bound is applied to an approximate depth of 15-20mm 

So resin bonded stone is best used for the statement “Resin uses existing concrete patio surface base”

Please remember resin surfacing is only as good as the base below.  Whether it is concrete or tarmac (not blockpaving) the existing surface you are using is key.  If the resin uses existing concrete patio surface base, it must be structurally sound.  Shelling of a surface is not necessarily a concern.  It is neither an indicator of the strength or structure of the concrete base.

Resin bonded resurfacing is an attractive, durable and protective option without the mess and disruption  involved with a brand new surface. We offer free no obligation quotes.

Resin Bonded  Gravel and Resin Bonded Aggregate provides 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,  Clay cross, Cotgrave, Huthwaite, Mansfield Woodhouse, New Houghton, Northampton, Pentrich,  Ravenshead, Sellers Wood, Shirebrook, Toton, Warsop, Worksop

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

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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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 With over 18 years experience in installing resin drives paths and patios we at Drive-Cote Ltd will offer free no obligations information and quotes.

Resin drives paths and patios can be an enhancement to your surface.  Resin drives will offer a suitable protective attractive and durable option to extend the life of you existing surface.  Be it concrete or tarmac the resin will create an impermeable surface.If water cannot ingress then weeds cannot get a hold on the surface.

Will a resin drive affect the existing levels?

The simple answer is no it will not.

Will the resin drive path or patio be slippery?

The simple answer is no – the anti slip surfacing is of a road standard.

What is the cost for a resin  resurfacing option?

This is less simple as various factors can affect the price – the existing surface condition or the finish colour  for example.

Will resin lay on hardcore?

No –  a resin drive needs a solid monolithic surface such as tarmac, asphalt and concrete.  Ever wondered why concrete is used for footings for a newbuild? 

Will there be much disruption and mess involved?

No our resin drive installs as a rule create minimum mess and disruption – no skips required!  One of the benefits of having a resin drive by Drive-Cote Ltd is the fact that we use the existing concrete or tarmac.

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 help you with a resin drive by Drive-Cote Ltd.  It 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.

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resin driveway access covers –  to cover or not to cover?

All down to a matter of choice –  if you want you want your resin driveway access covers to blend in or not.    Resin driveway access covers come under the umbrella of Manholes and Inspection chambers.  They are addressed in great detail on the paving expert website  

The paving expert website explains in great detail the difference between access and inspection chambers.  Either way these are an important part of your garden, driveway, path or patio and should be dealt with carefully.

The idea of a tray is that it can be filled with the product of use – resin – concrete – block paving -tarmac – grass and will blend in seamlessly.  This can be in your garden, driveway, path or patio.  This tray allows access easily and clearly and is surely an advantage to any homeowner.

If you look carefully (that is the idea as well for it to be less obvious) you can see the covers but these resin driveway access covers  blend in well.

You would think in this day and age more records would be online and readily retained for utilities such as electricity gas and water.  A clear mapping system can help any homeowner, driveway company, builder and service provider for example.  An indicator of where to or not to work.  Where to dig out or knockout or not to dig out or knock out.

It is important to get the positioning right though as you need the access or manhole cover to sit flush unlike this examples we have recently seen.

Call us now  01623 623986. We are based in Mansfield .  No sales men. Contact Simon or Faith and have a chat if you need advice for your driveway path or patio works.

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, Loughborough Matlock, Newthorpe, Old Whittington, Radcliffe on Trent,  Sheffield, Walesby or Wollaton.

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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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