Hi,

I have an opportunity (= pressing need) to re-do an existing driveway (of about 8m. x 3m.). It is currently a loose shingle on bitumen surface, which has deformed under the load of vehicles.

I am looking into a a resin-bonded gravel surface, which I understand is superior to resin-bound surface.

Some questions:-

a. What substrate is advisable? I am assuming that concrete would be the most stable and long lasting.

b. I believe resin-bound gives a semi-porous surface, but presume this is negated by having a concrete substrate?

c. Are there known makes/processes that are recommended and guaranteed? How would I identify a quality contractor?

d. What performance in respect of UV resilience of resin, and stain resistance could I expect?

e. Apart from colour, and grain size, are there important considerations about gravel type?

e. Would it be advisable for the same contractor to prepare the substrate and lay the resin?

f. What would be a reasonable price /m2?

Cheers in advance for any advice.

Chris