Why resin surfaces crack or come loose
Most problems trace back to the base or to the conditions on the day it was laid. Cracks often follow movement in the tarmac or concrete underneath, while crumbling or loose stones can point to a mix with too little resin, a layer laid too thin, or resin that was affected by damp or cold while curing. An installer will usually want to know how old the surface is, what's under it and when the problem started. Photos help them decide whether a patch repair is realistic.
Cleaning and everyday care
A stiff brush and occasional washing keep most resin surfaces looking tidy and stop dirt clogging the pores. Many installers suggest a pressure washer used with care, held back from the surface, because too much pressure up close can loosen stones. Oil and fuel spills should be cleaned up quickly, as some can mark or soften resin. Moss and algae appear in shady, damp spots. Ask the installer who laid your surface what cleaning products and methods they recommend.
Patch repairs and recoating
Damaged sections of resin-bound can be cut out and relaid, but matching the colour of a weathered surface is hard, so repairs may show. Resin-bonded surfaces that have worn bald can often be recoated with a new layer of resin and stone. Some installers offer to refresh dull surfaces, but a coating that seals the pores can reduce permeability, so ask what product they would use and whether it keeps the surface porous. If the base has failed, relaying may be the honest answer.
Jobs we can find a resin installer for
- Crack and patch repairs
- Loose or crumbling areas
- Moss, algae and stain cleaning
- Recoating resin-bonded surfaces
- Refreshing faded or dull finishes
- Advice on whether to repair or relay
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Other services
Resin-bound driveways · Resin-bound patios and paths · Resin-bonded gravel surfaces · Resin over existing tarmac or concrete · Commercial and communal resin surfacing