Service · Resin Bound

Resin bound driveways
seamless, permeable, premium.

Hand-trowelled UV-stable resin and kiln-dried aggregate. SuDS-compliant out of the box, low-maintenance, weed-free, and surprisingly easy on the eye. A perfect modern finish for an older property — or a brand-new home.

✓ UV-stable resin only — no yellowing
✓ Permeable & SuDS-compliant
✓ 20+ aggregate colours available
✓ 10-year written guarantee

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Gold resin bound driveway installed by RKG at a Cotswold stone home

£120–£170per m²

Premium finish at premium pricing. Final price depends on base condition and aggregate choice.

3–5days on site

Quick install — most of the time is base prep, not the resin layer.

15–25years lifespan

UV-stable resin lasts decades. Aggregate stays sharp for the life of the surface.

10 yrguarantee

Written workmanship guarantee plus manufacturer's UV warranty on the resin.

Aggregate ranges

20+ aggregate colours, blended to your home.

The resin is clear — the aggregate is the look. We carry samples to your site visit so you can hold them next to your brickwork before you commit.

Cotswold buff

Warm sand and honey tones. Suits Cotswold-stone homes and rural properties beautifully. Our most popular choice across north Oxfordshire.

From £125/m² · best-seller

Silver birch

Cool grey and white tones with subtle blacks. A contemporary look that pairs beautifully with new-build homes and grey brickwork.

From £135/m² · contemporary

Bronze blend

Warm brown and amber tones with deeper accents. Perfect for traditional red-brick homes — Reading, Wokingham and Henley properties especially.

From £130/m² · classic

Custom blend

We can blend up to three aggregate colours to match brick, render, or existing paving. Adds £10–£20/m² depending on the mix complexity.

From £145/m² · bespoke

Side-by-side

How does it compare?

The four main driveway surfaces, with the trade-offs we walk every customer through at their site visit.

Factor	Block Paving	Tarmac	Resin Bound this page	Shingle
Cost per m² installed	£80–£130	£65–£95	£120–£170	£40–£70
Typical 40m² drive total	£3.5k–£5.5k	£2.8k–£4k	£5.5k–£7.5k	£1.8k–£2.8k
Lifespan	25+ years	15–20 yrs	15–25 yrs	15–20 yrs
SuDS-compliant (permeable)	Permeable opt	No	Yes	Yes
Maintenance	Light	Low	Very low	Top-up shingle
Install time	4–7 days	2–4 days	3–5 days	2–3 days
Looks best with	All homes	Modern, long drives	Contemporary or country	Country, cottages
Sloped drives	OK	Best	OK	Needs grid

Pricing is fully installed in Oxfordshire and Berkshire. Lifespan assumes a properly engineered sub-base (150mm MOT Type 1 in 75mm lifts).

How we install it

Surface prep matters more than the resin.

Base inspection

We check for cracks, settlement and drainage. Resin needs a stable base — anything moving will telegraph through.

Base prep

New base if needed (150mm Type 1 + binder course), or repair + clean an existing sound base.

Edging

Concrete-haunched edge restraints define the perimeter and stop the resin layer migrating.

Mixing

UV-stable two-part resin mixed on-site with kiln-dried aggregate in a forced-action paddle mixer.

Trowelling

Hand-trowelled in 15–18mm layer at consistent depth. We work fast — pot life of mixed resin is ~30 minutes.

Curing

Drives are walk-on after 6 hours and car-ready after 24 hours, depending on temperature.

What affects the price

Honest pricing, with the variables explained.

Base condition

An existing sound tarmac base can be overlaid for ~30% less than a full dig. Cracked bases need to be removed.

Aggregate choice

Standard blends start at £120/m². Premium and custom blends with rarer aggregates can run £150–£180/m².

Area & thickness

Driveways get a 16–18mm layer; patios can go 12–15mm. Bigger areas spread the call-out cost so per-m² rate drops slightly.

Edging style

Hidden edging is cheapest; decorative kerbs or block-paved borders add £20–£40/linear m.

Manholes & obstacles

Recessed manhole covers at £200 each; circular trees in the drive add cutting time.

Access

Resin must reach site quickly while pot life is good — tight access can mean smaller batches and slower laying.

Resin FAQs

The questions people ask.

What is resin bound paving?

Resin bound is a permeable surface made by mixing UV-stable resin with kiln-dried aggregate, then trowelling it onto a prepared sub-base. The result is a smooth, jointless, hard-wearing finish that water passes straight through — so it's SuDS-compliant and doesn't pool.

How much does a resin bound driveway cost?

Resin bound driveways cost £120–£170 per m² installed in Oxfordshire and Berkshire. A 40m² two-car driveway typically lands between £6,500 and £9,500 including base preparation, edging and the resin layer.

Is resin bound or resin bonded better?

Resin bound is almost always the right choice for driveways. It's permeable (so SuDS-compliant), smoother, lasts longer, and doesn't shed loose stones. Resin bonded is a thin layer of stones scattered over wet resin — looks similar but isn't permeable and weathers faster.

How long does resin bound last?

A properly installed resin bound driveway with a sound sub-base lasts 15–25 years. UV-stable resin is essential — cheaper non-UV resin will yellow within 2–3 years. We only use UV-stable formulations from reputable manufacturers.

Can resin be laid over my existing driveway?

Yes — if the existing surface is sound tarmac or concrete and well-drained, we can overlay with a 15–20mm resin bound layer. This saves significantly on excavation. We always inspect first; soft or cracked bases need replacing.

Is resin bound slippery when wet?

No — the aggregate gives resin bound a naturally textured finish with excellent grip. It tends to be safer than smooth tarmac or wet block paving. We can specify a slightly larger aggregate grade for sloped drives if grip is a concern.

Indicative estimate

Roughly what will it cost?

Drop your driveway size in below for an instant indicative range. We confirm the exact price at the free site visit.

Cost calculator

Indicative range only — based on typical Oxfordshire/Berkshire installs.

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resin bound driveway?

We come out within 72 hours, measure up, talk material options, and follow up with a written fixed quote within a week. No pressure, no upsells, no hidden costs.

✓ Free site visit · samples brought to your door
✓ Written fixed quote within 7 days
✓ Our own crews · no subcontractors
✓ 10-year written workmanship guarantee

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Resin bound driveways
seamless, permeable, premium.