Resin Patios & Terraces Questions

Yes. The open resin matrix allows stormwater to drain through the surface layer, which satisfies SUDS-compliant requirements without adding separate drainage channels. The contractor confirms the drainage specification in writing before work starts.

UV-stable aggregate is specified by name in the project scope. Unlike concrete sealers, the color sits within the stone itself rather than a surface coating, so it does not fade or peel under high-altitude UV exposure.

Standing water on a cracked surface accelerates freeze-thaw damage each winter. Water enters existing cracks, expands as ice, and widens them. By spring, a surface that needed patching may need full removal and sub-base repair, which costs significantly more.

Sub-base depth depends on the existing ground conditions and expected load. The contractor measures and confirms the required depth on site, and that figure is written into the project scope before installation begins.

It depends on the condition of the existing slab. If the concrete is structurally sound and level, a resin-bound layer can be applied over it. The contractor assesses the base on site and states in the written scope whether overlay or full removal is required.

Most resin-bound surfaces are ready for foot traffic within 24 hours and vehicle use within 48 to 72 hours, depending on temperature and humidity. The installer confirms the cure time for your specific conditions in the project scope.