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How much weight can a resin driveway hold?
All resin bound driveways installed by resin style paving are guaranteed for residential use if you wish to park heavy commercial vehicles on your driveway over the weight limit of 7.5 tonnes for long period of time you must let your sales rep know when he comes and quotes you as all our resin bound driveways are.
How strong is a resin driveway?
Durability: One of the best things about resin bound driveways is their durability. Because they are made of a mix of standard agate and resin, the surface is sturdy, tough and very durable. It shouldn’t crack, scuff or damage over time or with heavy use. If maintained properly, a resin driveway could last a lifetime.
Can you stand on resin?
How long does resin take to dry? You are advised not to walk on our resin surfaces for a minimum of 24 hours after installation, although we recommend a minimum of 48 hours.
Are there any problems with resin driveways?
However, there are a number of problems that can arise during the installation of a resin-bound system (if installed incorrectly), including a poor resin-aggregate ratio, application depth, weather conditions, curing too quickly, poor installation, and lack of attention to protecting the surface.
Can you park a car on a resin driveway?
Uses and Heavy Objects. Resin bound paving is designed for pedestrian use and light vehicle traffic. Driveways, car parks, and forecourts are all suitable uses for resin surfaces. Resin bound aggregates should be laid at a minimum 20mm depth for vehicles over 7.5 tonnes.
How long before you can drive on resin driveway?
There should be no cars allowed on a resin driveway for at least 24 hours after the install.
Do weeds grow through resin driveways?
Resin bound surfacing is completely bound, which means that it is weed resistant. This is because small seeds can fall onto the driveway resulting in the growth of surface weeds. Some climates and weather conditions can also result in the growth of moss and algae on resin bound surfacing.
Do resin driveways add value?
The answer to that question is a resounding yes-especially if you opt for resin.
Are resin driveways worth it?
Its longevity: resin bound paving is a long lasting durable surface. While guarantees vary between 10 – 21 years, when properly installed and maintained, can last for more than 25 years. It requires minimal maintenance: there are no weeds to ‘weed’ or loose stone to sweep.
How much should I pay for a resin drive?
It is difficult to quote a cost per square metre for resin driveways as each project has completely unique considerations and specifications. Generally speaking, though, a resin driveway costs from around £40 per square metre upwards depending on the size of the area, existing floor and type of aggregate.
Is a resin driveway cheaper than block paving?
Overall resin-bound paved driveways are cheaper than block paving. However, resin bound driveways will not have weeds growing in between the gaps, as there aren’t any. They will also not have any displacement issues, so no costs to repair or re-lay.
Why is my resin rubbery?
The main reasons your epoxy resin is flexible and soft boil down to not enough curing time, improper ratios of base resin and hardener, not mixing well, pouring too thin, expired or compromised resin, and moisture in your epoxy prior to cure- resulting in an epoxy resin that rubbery and flexible.
Why do resin driveways crack?
Movement of Sub Base This is because concrete moves due to temperature changes. If resin is laid on top and the concrete moves, so will the resin surface and a crack will appear.
Are resin driveways better than tarmac?
Resin driveways provide you with an anti-slip surface as they are installed with a smooth finish and no loose chippings (and are SUDS compliant). Whilst tarmac is a sturdy surface and can withstand strong forces of pressure, over time the bonds can weaken and create loose stones.
Can I lay my own resin driveway?
If you are a DIY enthusiast, experienced tradesman or builder you all have the option to self-install permeable resin paving for your own residential or commercial projects.
Can you jet wash resin driveways?
The short answer is yes – you can jet wash a resin surface such as a resin bound driveway or patio. This is because the surface upon which vehicles are parked tends to accumulate oils and dirt more rapidly than patios and other surfaces. When jet washing any resin surface, care must be taken not to damage the area.
Are resin driveways slippery?
In resin bound driveways, resin and gravel are mixed together before being applied. When the material is laid down, it is smoothed into a layer 15-20mm thick with the appearance of gravel. Because of the smoothing process, this type of resin driveway is limited in surface texture and can be slippery when icy or wet.
How long does it take for a resin driveway to dry?
Once mixed the SureSet resin bound paving typically takes up to 24 hours to cure and go hard, depending on the air and surface temperatures. If the material has not cured after 48 hours please contact SureSet for advice.
Can you lay a resin driveway on top of concrete?
Resin bound surfacing can be laid on either a concrete surface (non permeable) or on a permeable asphalt surface.
Can resin be laid over grass?
There are some surfaces upon which resin bound gravel can’t be laid. These include block paving, soil, and grass. Suitable bases for resin bound surfacing includes macadam, asphalt, and concrete.
Can you put salt on a resin drive?
It is absolutely safe to apply salt to SureSet resin bound paving to prevent the formation of ice and can also be used to dissolve the unexpected arrival of ice or frost. We do not recommend using a metal shovel or snow plough as this may cause damage to the surface by digging into the SureSet.
Can you seal a resin driveway?
Vuba Resin Bound Sealer will enhance and rejuvenate old and worn resin bound driveways, bringing back the original vibrancy of the stones. This sealer is a fantastic way to rejuvenate your resin bound driveway after years of use. Be careful to ensure the resin surfacing is fully clean before application.
