Resin bound (permeable)
Aggregate is fully mixed with resin and trowelled smooth. Water drains through, there are no loose stones, and it is the option we recommend for driveways.
Resin Driveways in North London & Hertfordshire
North Landscaping and Driveways installs resin bound driveways, paths and patios across North, Northwest and West London and Hertfordshire. Resin bound surfaces are a mix of natural aggregate and UV-stable resin, hand-trowelled over a solid base to give a smooth, permeable, low-maintenance finish.
Resin bound driveways have a smooth, seamless finish with no loose stones, no weeds through the joints and very little maintenance. Because water drains straight through the surface, a resin bound driveway laid on a permeable base can help you avoid planning permission on a front garden.
The finish is only as good as the base underneath. We check whether your existing tarmac or concrete is sound enough to overlay; if it is cracked, uneven or poorly drained, we build a new base first so cracks do not come through the resin later.
What is included in a resin driveway installation?
- Free site visit and assessment of your existing surface
- Repair of the existing base, or a new permeable base where needed
- Edging and borders, including block paving surrounds
- Your choice of aggregate colour and blend
- UV-stable resin, so the surface does not yellow in sunlight
- Hand-trowelled finish to an even depth
- Drainage checked and planned before work starts
Options
Resin driveway options
Resin bonded (non-permeable)
Stones are scattered onto a resin-coated surface, giving a textured gravel look. It is not permeable, so it is less suited to front driveways.
Block paving borders
A block paved edge frames the resin and gives a crisp, durable finish where it meets lawns, paths and kerbs.
Paths, patios and steps
Resin works just as well for garden paths, patios and front steps, so the whole property can match.
Our work
Recent resin driveways projects
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Resin Driveways we have completed
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How it works
How we install your resin
Four simple steps from your first call to a finished job.
Free site visit
We come out, measure up, look at levels and drainage, and talk through materials and designs with you.
Clear written quote
You get an itemised quote with a timeline, so you know exactly what is included before anything starts.
Built by our own team
Our team does the groundwork, build and finishing — keeping the site tidy and you updated throughout.
Finished & guaranteed
We walk you round the finished job, clean everything down and give you aftercare advice. All work is guaranteed.
FAQ
Resin Driveways: common questions
What is the difference between resin bound and resin bonded?
Resin bound means the stones are fully mixed with resin and trowelled smooth, so the surface is permeable and has no loose gravel. Resin bonded means stones are scattered onto a layer of resin, which gives a rougher texture and is not permeable. For driveways, resin bound is usually the better choice.
Do I need planning permission for a resin driveway?
Usually not, as long as the resin bound surface is laid on a permeable base so rainwater drains through it. A non-permeable front driveway over 5 square metres that drains onto the road would need planning permission in England.
Can resin be laid over my existing driveway?
Sometimes. Resin can go over existing tarmac or concrete if it is sound, level and well-drained. If the base is cracked or moving, the cracks will show through the resin, so we will recommend a new base instead.
How soon can I walk or drive on a new resin driveway?
As a guide, you can usually walk on it after around 6–8 hours and drive on it after roughly 24–72 hours, depending on temperature. We give you exact timings for your job on the day.
How do I maintain a resin driveway?
Sweep it regularly and jet wash it once or twice a year on a low setting. Clean up oil or fuel spills promptly. There are no joints for weeds to grow through, so it needs very little else.
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