Resin patios are perfect for your home if you want to enjoy the outdoors in style. They are durable, low-maintenance, and easy to install. You can get them in many colours, shapes and finishes, so you’ll never have trouble finding one that fits your needs perfectly.
They are a great way to transform your backyard or garden into a space you can enjoy with friends and family.
Resin patios are perfect for people who want a low-maintenance outdoor living space to enjoy all year round, with little upkeep required. Here, we take a closer look at what resin patios are and the six essential things you need to know about them.
What is a resin patio?
Resin patios are made from a blend of natural aggregates and clear resin that, when cured, is stable in all weather. The process creates a beautiful, durable surface that is solid, enduring and easily cleaned. It’s ideal for patios but also driveways and paths.
The resin aggregate is mixed on-site and cold applied. With a resin-bound patio, the resin and aggregates are mixed thoroughly before they are laid, ensuring that the aggregate is coated completely. The result is a fully-bound surface that’s more hard-wearing and requires less maintenance.
What are the benefits of using a resin patio?
A resin patio can be a great addition to your home. They are durable, waterproof and don’t need to be sealed or painted. They are typically SUDS-compliant and environmentally friendly because they’re more porous than other materials like concrete or brick, so they help reduce flooding and surface water.
They also don’t release harmful chemicals into the atmosphere when exposed to sunlight. Resin patios also have many design options, so you can make them fit your style.
Resin patios – the lowdown
There are many reasons to choose a resin patio over other types of garden surfacing. Here are six of the best…
Flood-resistant
Resin-bound patios are a fully permeable paving solution. Water can drain through freely, meaning your surface will prevent puddling and eradicate surface water.
Weed-free
Resin-bound systems are so weed-free that they are increasingly used in public areas. If you are sick and tired of getting a sore back while bending over to pull weeds from the cracks in your patio, resin-bound is the way to go.
Anti-slip
Resin-bound surfacing is required to comply with BS 8204-6:2008+A1:2010 Appendix B for slip resistance. This means it has an anti-slip finish, even in cold, wet or icy conditions, making it a perfect choice for homes with elderly residents, or toddlers running around.
Colour-fast
Polyurethane resin is UV-resistant and kiln-dried, preventing moisture between the aggregates and the resin. This would otherwise cause discolouration and poor wearability. Because each aggregate stone is washed and dried and then coated, there’s no possibility of water or sunshine causing any change to its colour or finish.
Long-lasting
Resin-bound is a flexible surfacing material. Therefore, you can know with confidence that it will not crack. It is also consistent across the covered area, so it will not sink either.
Highly customisable
Resin-bound patios are available in a wide range of colours and aggregate mixtures to create the exact shade, style and look you want to achieve for your patio area.
Find out more about our resin patios today
At Buffalo Driveways, we’re passionate about helping homeowners to add value to their properties with long-lasting and affordable solutions. So, if you’re on the lookout for a new resin patio to transform your garden space, we can help.
From design and planning to supply and installation by expert craftsmen, we’ll be with you every step of the way. All our resin patios are backed by a complete technical survey and either a ten-year guarantee on those with a sub-base completed by us or a five-year warranty on overlay projects.
Investing in a resin patio from Buffalo Driveways will give you a garden you can enjoy for years while adding value to your home should you choose to sell. To find out more and book a free consultation and quote, call us on 08000 319050 or email sales@buffalodriveways.co.uk.
