There are many things to consider when it comes to getting a new driveway. What may seem to some people like a spot to simply park a car on can actually be the first impression many people get when they arrive at your house.
So why spend so much time debating what surface type to go with? The two primary choices are a standard tarmac driveway, or the more unknown option of a resin bound driveway.
Both choices have their pros and cons with one or the other being more suited to some peoples’ needs.
Let’s explore each option and see which is right for you.
Tarmac Driveways
Tarmac has been used for years on roads and infrastructure all over the world. It works great for driveways too as a smooth, hard-wearing material ideal for driving on and off each day.
It’s made up from melted down tar with stones and is a super tough material ideal for outdoor use with vehicles.
Unlike a resin driveway though, it is vulnerable to surface water and cracking which can cause long term damage both to your driveway and it’s surroundings.
Tarmac driveways are quick to install though and can be cost-effective for those on a budget, however due to it being mainly used for areas of heavy traffic, it isn’t the most eye pleasing to look at.
Resin Driveways
That’s where a resin bound driveway solution comes in. Not only does it look great in front of your home, it helps tackle the issues raised above about tarmac driveways.
Resin driveways such as our PermaDrive solution are available in a wide range of both standard and premium colours to allow you to be creative when choosing a driveway for your home.
But what are they? Resin driveways are composed of different natural aggregate bound together in a resin to provide a beautiful looking, long-lasting driveway.
The resin has tiny gaps that allow for the material to expand in the heat and not crack, unlike tarmac. They also have greatly improved drainage meaning no surface water rests on top.
Additionally, resin bound driveways are still quite cost effective in comparison to other solutions and provide an excellent value for money considering the low maintenance required to keep them in good condition.
Some people believe that resin driveways won’t last as long as hard wearing tarmac, but this is wrong. If anything they last longer as that better withstand the changing conditions in the UK.
Looking after it with care will see it last for many years.
