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Variations in resin driveway cost
The price of a resin driveway will vary greatly depending on several factors. Generally speaking, the more materials needed for a driveway, the lower the price per square meter. Other factors to consider include the layout of the driveway. A standard shaped rectangular driveway will cost less than one that is complex in shape.
The installation process is lengthy and requires some preparation of the sub-base. If you're replacing a driveway that is already in place, the project will take longer and cost more in labour. In most cases, you'll be paying between PS300-PS500 for the entire job, which includes the initial prep work. A large aggregate driveway will take longer to install than one that isn't.
Variations in resin driveway cost
There are several factors that determine resin driveway cost. One is the depth of the driveway. The depth depends on the size of the aggregate, which varies from 1-2mm to 10mm. A good rule of thumb is to install the driveway at three times the depth of the largest aggregate. For example, a two to five-mm-deep driveway would require a minimum of 15mm depth, while a 10-mm-deep one would require at least 30mm. The British Board of Agrement (BBA) recommends a minimum of 18mm. However, this is not necessary for every driveway, as it takes longer to install.
The amount of labour required for a resin-bound surface will vary greatly. A typical size resin drive will require at least three to four workers, as one person will be on the mixer, another will transport the mix using a wheelbarrow, and one or two people will be trowelling the mixdown. Depending on the shape and depth of the drive, the number of trowellers will differ. One person must stay near the edge of the drive to keep it wet while the other two must trowel the mix down. Alternatively, a hover trowel is used to finish the surface of the drive.
The type of aggregate stones used for a resin-bound driveway also determines its cost. Different types of aggregate stone are different in size and colour and will cost different amounts. Generally, the more expensive one is, the brighter it is. The price also depends on the pattern or design you want to create. Some stones may require blending several colours to create the pattern of stones. In addition to the size, the quality of aggregate stone used may also affect the price.
Permeability of resin driveways. Permeability is one of the key requirements for SUDS compliant driveways. The sub-base must be permeable, as water must be able to drain through it. This means that resin driveways are SUDS compliant. They are also exempt from the front garden rules. There are several advantages to resin driveways. They require less maintenance and don't deteriorate with time. You don't have to top your driveway with gravel, and you won't have unsightly plastic webbing.