Looking for a resin bound driveway in Bournemouth? C.W. Stanley installs smooth, permeable resin bound surfaces for homes from Westbourne and Southbourne to Winton and Moordown, using natural aggregates and UV resistant resin. Call 01202 602116 or send us an enquiry to discuss your driveway.
Plan a Resin Bound Driveway That Suits Your Bournemouth Home
Resin bound surfacing is made by mixing natural aggregates with a UV resistant polyurethane resin binder in a forced action mixer, then hand trowelling the mix onto a permeable base. The result, sometimes called resin bound gravel or resin bound stone, is a smooth, seamless finish that water can pass through.
Drainage is a local consideration as well as a practical one. BCP Council’s guidance says a new driveway must have proper drainage so that water does not spill onto the public highway, and a resin bound surface lets rain drain down through the stone into the base beneath.
Every project begins with a site survey, where we take accurate measurements, talk through the resin options with you and advise on the base preparation needed. To start the conversation, discuss your Bournemouth driveway with our team or read more about our resin bound driveways and patios.
Not sure whether resin bound is the right surface for your property? Speak to our team about your Bournemouth driveway and we will talk through the options at a free site visit, with no obligation. You can also call us on 01202 602116.
Start With the Base: How We Prepare Bournemouth Driveways for Resin
A resin bound surface depends on the base beneath it. We are a VUBA approved installer, trained to lay resin bound on a permeable tarmac base course or on VubaMac, a base designed specifically for resin bound surfacing.
Some firms suggest laying resin over a variety of existing surfaces. We only lay our system on a correctly formed permeable base layer. In some cases, resin bound can be laid over an existing surface that is structurally sound, and we assess that at the site survey before advising.
Bournemouth’s four chines, Alum, Middle, Durley and Boscombe, cut steep valleys down through the cliffs to the sea, and parts of Westbourne and Boscombe sit beside them. If your drive slopes or changes level, tell us at the start, because base preparation and edge retention are among the things we advise on at the survey.
Five Features to Weigh Up Before Choosing Resin Bound in Bournemouth
It drains through the surface. Resin bound is permeable and SuDS compliant, so surface water drains through the stone into the base below instead of pooling on top.
It offers a wide choice of colour. There is a vast choice of coloured aggregates, and a bespoke blend can be created to suit your home and its surroundings.
The colour is UV stable. We use a UV resistant polyurethane resin binder, and our surfaces will not fade under direct UV exposure.
It is smooth, seamless and resistant to weeds. There are no joints in the surface, and it gives good grip, with anti slip properties available.
It works beyond the drive. The same system suits patios, paths and commercial areas, so a driveway and the spaces around it can share one finish.
Resin Bound, Block Paving or Tarmac: Comparing Your Bournemouth Options
Resin bound is one choice among several, and we install other surfaces too. Our team can talk you through the alternatives at your site visit.
Block Paving: Pattern, Colour and Repairs One Block at a Time
Block paving comes in a wide range of designs and colours, and individual blocks can be lifted and relaid if a repair is ever needed.
Tarmac: A Hard-Wearing Finish for Longer or Wider Drives
Tarmac gives a hard-wearing, uniform finish that suits longer or wider drives, and we also lay gravel dressed tarmacadam for a more decorative look.
There is one local difference worth knowing. BCP Council says a dropped kerb usually needs planning permission where the parking area is surfaced with concrete, some types of tarmac, block paving or any other material that does not let water drain. Resin bound is a permeable surface, so mention your choice of surface when you speak to the council.
What Shapes the Cost of a Resin Driveway in Bournemouth?
We quote after a site survey, because the figure depends on the property in front of us. The size of the drive, the condition of the existing surface, the base preparation needed, any edge retention you choose and the aggregate you pick all play a part.
Our resin driveway cost page explains more, and when you are ready, request a quote and we will arrange a visit.
Resin Bound Surfaces for Bournemouth Car Parks and Business Premises
Resin bound is not only for homes. Our commercial surfacing in Bournemouth includes resin bound among the materials we install, chosen according to the traffic and use each area will see. Our commercial work includes:
- Car parks
- Commercial driveways
- Pathways and walkways
- Private roads
If you manage business premises in Bournemouth, discuss your project with our team and we will assess the site with you.
Add a Resin Bound Patio or Path to Match Your Bournemouth Driveway
The same resin bound system can be laid on patios and paths, so a new driveway and the spaces around it can share one finish. We design and install patios in Bournemouth in porcelain, sandstone, natural stone, block paving and resin bound stone, and our patios in Dorset page covers the wider county.
Keeping a Resin Bound Driveway Clean and Looking Its Best
Resin bound is very low maintenance. Regular sweeping and an occasional wash are usually all it needs.
Take care with a power washer, though. Too much pressure, or holding the lance too close to the surface, can damage the resin or dislodge the aggregate, so seek professional advice before using one. We are happy to advise on the safest way to clean your driveway.
The Family Behind Your Bournemouth Resin Driveway
C.W. Stanley has been surfacing since 1956 and is still a family run business, with every installation supervised by Colin or one of his sons. We are also a Which? Trusted Trader.
To see finished work before you decide, browse our resin bound gallery and before and after pages. Our testimonials and reviews pages carry feedback from customers, including customers in Bournemouth and on resin driveways, and you can find out more about the family on our history page.
Resin Driveways Across Bournemouth: Areas We Cover and Local Rules to Check
We install resin bound driveways across Bournemouth, including Westbourne, Southbourne, Boscombe, Winton, Charminster, Moordown, Kinson, Iford and Pokesdown. If you are not sure whether your postcode is covered, check our coverage area page or simply ask.
Some local rules are worth checking before you finalise a design. If you need a new or wider dropped kerb, BCP Council has to approve it before work starts. The council visits the property to decide whether a dropped kerb can go ahead, and advises you to check your deeds first to confirm you are allowed to park a vehicle on your property.
Parts of Bournemouth also fall within conservation areas, including Westbourne, Boscombe Manor, Boscombe Spa, Southbourne Grove, and Meyrick Park and Talbot Woods. BCP Council applies specific Local Plan policies to development in conservation areas, so check whether your property is affected before work begins.
Our resin bound work also covers neighbouring areas. If you are outside Bournemouth, see our pages for resin driveways in Poole and resin driveways in Dorset, or get in touch to discuss your project.
Faq's
Which parts of Bournemouth do you install resin bound driveways in?
We work across the town, from Westbourne in the west to Southbourne in the east, and inland through Winton, Charminster, Moordown and Kinson. If you are unsure whether we cover your postcode, call 01202 602116 and we will tell you.
Do I need planning permission for a resin bound driveway in Bournemouth?
Usually not for a front garden. The Planning Portal says a new or replacement driveway of any size does not need planning permission if it uses permeable surfacing, or if rainwater is directed to a lawn or border to drain naturally. Our own permeable surfacing page lists permeable resin bound stone among the surfaces that qualify. Conservation areas and dropped kerbs bring extra checks, so confirm your own situation with BCP Council before work starts.
Do I need a dropped kerb for a new driveway in Bournemouth?
Yes, if you want to drive over the pavement to reach your property, because you cannot drive over a pavement that has not been dropped. BCP Council handles dropped kerb applications and assesses each property. If you arrange your own contractor for the kerb work, the council says they must be street works accredited. The full requirements are in BCP Council’s dropped kerb guidance.
What is the difference between resin bound and resin bonded?
Resin bound means the stone and resin are mixed together before laying, which gives a smooth, permeable finish. Resin bonded means aggregate is scattered onto a resin coated surface, which leaves a rougher texture that is not permeable. This page is about resin bound surfacing.
Is a resin bound driveway permeable and SuDS compliant?
Yes. Water drains through the surface and into the permeable base beneath, which is why resin bound is SuDS (Sustainable Urban Drainage System) compliant. It helps reduce puddles and standing water.