Patio Surfaces
A flat, weed-resistant surface that drains freely and lasts 15-25 years with minimal upkeep.
What Goes Wrong
Most problems trace back to decisions made before the resin is mixed, not after it is laid.
Laying resin over a cracked base transfers movement to the surface, causing the new layer to split within months.
The base is checked for structural cracks before an overlay is recommended, repairs or replacement come first if needed.
A base without adequate fall traps water under the resin layer, softening the bond and shortening the surface life.
Drainage falls are measured during the base assessment so any correction is scoped and priced before work begins.
Without fixed edge restraints, the resin bound layer can creep at the perimeter, leaving a ragged, lifting edge over time.
Edge restraints are installed and set before the resin bound layer is trowelled, keeping the perimeter clean and stable.
Clay subsoil expands and contracts seasonally, destabilising a sub-base that has not been compacted to the correct depth.
Where full installation is needed, a compacted MOT Type 1 sub-base is laid to the depth required for the ground conditions.
Scope of Work
From a straightforward overlay to a full groundworks installation, the scope depends on what is already down.
Where the current base is sound and level, resin bound aggregate is trowelled directly over it, cutting disruption and cost.
Excavation, compacted MOT Type 1 sub-base, and edge restraints are laid before the resin bound finish is applied.
Natural stone blends are chosen to suit the garden setting, with colour and size agreed before mixing begins.
Fixed edge restraints define the perimeter and hold the resin bound layer in place for the life of the surface.
Checks drainage, level, and cracking before any quote is given.
Confirms water will clear the surface after rain.
Each stage priced separately, not bundled.
Why Choose Us
Every enquiry is handled the same way: base assessed first, every cost itemised, nothing bundled.
A local resin specialist surveys the base and drainage before a figure is given, so the quote reflects the actual job.
Excavation, sub-base, edge restraints and resin bound finish appear as separate lines, not one combined number.
If the existing base passes inspection, an overlay is quoted alongside full installation so you can compare both options.
Enquiries are connected to vetted independent local resin specialists, not a national call centre or generic contractor.
Each stage of the job is scoped separately, so any groundworks cost is identified and agreed before work starts.
How It Works
01
Describe the area, what is currently down, and how it drains, this shapes the base assessment that follows.
02
A local resin specialist visits to inspect the base, check drainage falls, and provide an itemised written quotation.
03
Preparation, laying, and finishing are completed to the agreed scope, with cure time confirmed before the surface is used.
Pricing Estimates
| Job | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Small patio | £1,000-£2,500 |
| Medium patio | £2,500-£4,000 |
| Large patio | £4,000-£6,500 |
| Patio with steps or edges | £4,500-£7,000 |
Tell us the area size and what is down there now. We’ll arrange a local resin specialist to assess the base and quote every stage separately.