When it comes to making a final decision on outdoor surfacing, many of our customers find themselves with a dilemma – resin bound or block paving.
While, in our experience, every customer is delighted with the eventual outcome of a StoneSet installation, the journey to that new driveway, patio or path is often fraught with indecision. With our extensive range of superb quality block paving and stunning resin bound colour options to choose from, we don’t really help, in all honesty!
Take a look at some of our installations in our projects gallery for some examples of our work. At StoneSet, we enjoy installing both types of surface equally, so we understand that making the choice as a customer can be like choosing a favourite wrestler between ‘Stone Cold’ Steve Austin and The Rock!
In order to at least attempt to help you come to a final decision, let’s compare the two by answering some questions we often encounter from our -understandably- indecisive customers.
Given its long lifespan and negligible maintenance costs, resin bound paving is the narrow favourite here. With no stones or slabs ever needing replacing, along with its UV-resistant properties, a StoneSet resin bound driveway will never gather water or require weeding, making it the ultimate low-maintenance surface.
If you already have a suitable base – good drainage and a tarmac layer – this will significantly reduce the overall installation cost. While block paving will inevitably require periodic attention to control weeds and moss, a resin bound pathway will only need occasional sweeping or jet washing, saving time and money over the years to come.
Even the best quality block paving will alter in colour as the years pass, whereas StoneSet’s UV-resistant resin bound surfacing will retain the same superb look for decades to come, with no discolouration from the sun.
Winner – While StoneSet block paving offers a fantastic range of high-quality block paving options, our resin bound surfaces offer a near zero-maintenance, weatherproof path, patio or driveway, giving them a narrow win in the value-for-money stakes.
- Low maintenance
- No loose gravel
- Weed-free surface
- Permeable, eco-friendly
- No litter or leaves gathering
- Safe & even – ideal for wheelchairs, bicycles & pushchairs
- Low maintenance – simple soap & water keeps it clean
- Sustainable – made with UK sourced aggregate & gravel
- Sustainable – made with UK sourced aggregate & gravel
- Weatherproof – resistant to all types of weather, year round
- Long lasting – an expected 25-year + lifespan on resin bound
This really is a tough one. As you will see from our gallery, an expertly laid block paved StoneSet driveway offers a superb welcome home. With a wide range of top quality stone, our two decades of surfacing experience means every one of our block paving customers is left 100% satisfied. An almost limitless range of design options is available, giving any size of entrance a fabulous refresh.
When it comes to choice however, StoneSet resin bound driveways, paths and patios are ideal for classic and contemporary homes alike. Our selection of stunning aggregate and marble blends make StoneSet resin bound surfacing ideal for any Lincolnshire home.
Draw – Sorry, but installing both of these types of surface has been an absolute joy over the years. Even after looking back on photos of installations, we can’t pick a clear winner. Block edging on resin bound paths looks superb though, so we’ll go for a combination of the two!
Five great benefits of a block paved driveway
- Bespoke – a huge range of options for your home
- Durable – will withstand decades of everyday use
- Stunning – instantly enhance your garden’s look
- Porous- absorbs and drains rainwater, no puddles
- Easy to clean – soap & water fine, power washing optional
StoneSet block paving is a great option all around the home, from entrances and driveways to pathways and patios. Tough and hard wearing, StoneSet block paving installations will comfortably withstand many years of daily vehicle use, with no sign of wear.
A wide variety of colours and textures allows for virtually any kind of design and colour to be installed anywhere. Our expertise, gained over the past twenty years, enables us to deliver stunning block paved results for our customers in Lincolnshire and beyond.
Resin bound paving from StoneSet is incredibly robust. Its super strong resin surface is not only built to withstand vehicle and pedestrian use in a domestic setting, but also in a commercial environment. It is ideal for pathways around shopping precincts, garden centres, cultural attractions, swimming pools…need we continue? StoneSet resin bound surfacing is, quite simply, the most durable and versatile surface for Lincolnshire homes and businesses.
Winner – StoneSet resin bound paving. While block paving will always be a fantastic option in the right setting, the extraordinary versatility of resin bound surfacing gives it the edge in this contest.
Verdict
It is no secret that more people across Lincolnshire are turning to StoneSet resin bound paving for their homes and businesses – every day. Block paving remains a fantastic option without doubt, with StoneSet continuing to install high quality block paved driveways, paths and patios around Lincolnshire and beyond. The final choice is always that of the customer, and StoneSet will answer any questions you may have when we conduct our free, thorough, no-obligation site survey. By the way, did we mention StoneSet install fantastic tarmac driveways too…?
