Materials and Comparisons
Gravel vs Resin Driveway
Gravel looks natural and costs less. Resin looks sleek and stays put. Here is what separates them.
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Cost
Gravel is usually cheaper to lay. Resin costs more because of the materials and skill involved.
Comfort and access
Resin is smooth, so it suits wheelchairs, pushchairs and heels. Loose gravel is harder to walk and wheel across, though grids help.
Staying in place
Gravel moves, especially where cars turn, and needs raking and topping up. Resin-bound holds the stone in place.
Drainage
Both can be permeable. Gravel drains easily, and resin-bound drains when laid on a permeable base.
Security and noise
Gravel crunches underfoot, which some people like as a deterrent. Resin is quiet.
Upkeep
Gravel needs weeding and raking. Resin needs sweeping and the odd wash. See gravel driveways and resin driveways.
Related paving services
Gravel Driveways
Natural-looking and permeable, built on a membrane with stabilising grids and edging so stones stay put.
Resin Driveways
A smooth, clean, permeable finish in resin bound or resin bonded stone. Low maintenance and no weeds.
Permeable Paving
Driveways and paths built to let rainwater drain through, helping you meet front garden drainage rules.
Driveway Installation
New driveways in resin, tarmac, block paving, gravel or concrete, built on a proper base with drainage planned in.
Gravel vs Resin Driveway: FAQs
Which is better with a gravel grid?
A grid keeps gravel level and is a big improvement over loose stone. See gravel driveway ideas.
Is resin slippery?
Resin-bound has good grip when laid correctly.
Which suits a steep drive?
Resin or tarmac. Loose gravel can wash and slide on slopes.
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