Resin Bound Paving
A decorative surfacing for driveways, footpaths and similar light duty applications.
A mixture of stone chippings and clear polyurethane resin (TP Resin SF) is applied to either a concrete or bitumen macadam surfaces to completely transform its appearance.
Applied by trowel in a single thick layer, Optus Resin Bound Surfacing is strong and flexible. It can be used with a wide variety of stone chippings and for more vibrant colours with tumbled glass.
The grading of the stone and the binder content determine the strength of the surfacing and it’s free draining characteristics.
Benefits
- Attractive appearance incorporating natural materials and long lasting light stable resin
- Easy to maintain, resistant to accidents and spillages (oil)
- Flexible, accommodating movement of substrate
- Rapid cure, minimal disruption to traffic
- Low hazard materials, no solvents or heat
- Low temperature cure, greater scope of us
- Versatile can be laid onto a variety of substrates with a variety of size and types of stone in any number of patterns and designs
- Enhanced surface texture, better grip, fewer accidents
- Easy to lay
- No loose stones, vandal proof
Uses
Optus Resin Bound Paving has been developed for use in various locations including:
- Pedestrian precincts
- Footpaths
- Patios
- Forecourts
- Driveways
- Hard landscaping
- Commercial developments
- Residential developments
- Car parking
- Load bearing drainage layers, etc
Surfacing choices
Stone used in resin bound paving is usually supplied in bags weighing no more than 25kg. The stone has been washed and dried and must not contain any extraneous material that could result in surface staining. There are several suppliers of suitable stone in the UK. As well as crushed rock such as granite or rounded ‘pebbles’ marble and recycled tumbled glass is also used.
Stone can be used individually with combinations to achieve blends that are capable of sustaining loads from cars. A surface scatter of crushed fine glass or aluminium oxide can be used to improve slip resistance.
Tree pit surfacing is not intended to receive any more that random pedestrian loading. If in a highly pedestrianised area a smaller stone should be considered.
Each is available in a mixes suitable for high pedestrian, light vehicle and turning vehicle situations. Please consult Optus for assistance if required.
Below are some examples of what can be achieved:
Download details of the wide range of choices available