Resin Bound Surfacing Installation

Alaskan Tundra

Alexandria

Aspen

Aztec Gold

Bastille

Beverly Minster

Black Granite

Canyon Stone

Cappuccino

Carthage Stone

Charleston Stone

Colorado

Corn Meadow

Dawn Rose

Green Slate

Harvest Farm

Huka Falls

Icelandic Volcano

Ipanema Beach

Jamboree

Lake Garda

Manhattan

Maple Fall

Milano Marble

Monte Carlo

Montreal Maple

Moroccan Marble

Nordic Storm

Palazzo

Palladium

Pantheon

Petra Stone

Playa

Poseidon

Red Galaxy

Saint Tropez

Sherwood Fo

Sierra Nevada

Sol

Spring Quartz

Taj Mahable

The Cotswolds

Vesuvian

Whitby Abbey

Whitstable Stone

Winter Berry

York Ac

Yorkshire Tweed

Fast Installation with Long-Lasting Results

VUBA systems can often be installed in just 1–2 days, curing quickly and lasting up to 25 years with proper care. We mix the resin and aggregate on-site to create a strong bond between stone and resin, delivering a finish that outlasts traditional materials. Whether you want to install a resin bound surface or prefer a resin bonded look, our team can advise on the best option. We lay resin bound systems with speed and precision for durable, low-maintenance results.

Advantages of South Cambs Resin Bound VubaMac

Sub-base	Depth	Flexibility	Strength	Cure Time
Permeable Asphalt	40-70mm	Excessive	Low	1-2 Days
Permeable Concrete	100-150mm	Limited	High	7 Days
VubaMac Base	15-35mm	Flexible	High	2 Hours

Sub-Base Guidance

The entire system is dependent upon the integrity of the sub-base to be successful. Therefore it is importance careful attention is paid to this part of the process.

Geotextile Membrane:
A non-woven geotextile membrane is installed under the sub-base. This not only acts as a permeable separation barrier layer, which contains the substrate and stops it migrating and contaminating the sub-base above, but also provides structural support, spreading weight from above in a uniform fashion.

Suitable Granulometry:
Because you are installing a permeable system, all precipitation will eventually meet the sub-base. That means that if you have a sub-base with lots of fines, when the rainwater runs through it can swell or the fines will wash away. This is called ground heave. Conversely, an existing wet sub-base of fines will shrink once it begins to dry. A “no-fines” sub-base is therefore important. For a standard 150mm sub-base, we recommend 125mm of a 25-50mm clean stone, and then a 25mm capping layer of a 5-10mm stone.

Suitable Depth:
The standard depth is 150mm. However, the depth of sub-base required may deviate from the standard, dependent upon the sub-soil and / or other factors. For more information about Sub-Soils and how that might impact the sub-base, please see our Vuba Sub-Soils Datasheet. A "no-fines" sub-base is therefore important. For a standard 150mm sub-base, we recommend 125mm of a 25-50mm clean stone, and then a 25mm
capping layer of a 5-10mm stone.

Suitable Compaction:
Wherever possible, large compaction equipment like vibratory rollers should be used. Failing that, compactor plates can be used, but it’s worthwhile compacting in layers to ensure complete compaction throughout to prevent future ground settlement.

Aftercare

Immediate Aftercare

Curing time
Do not walk on your new Resin Bound surface for 24-48 hours, and do not drive on resin for 48-72 hours after installation. These times are temperature dependent and we would recommend you always follow the installer’s advice for exact timings.

No leaks/drips
Ensure there are no leaks/drips on the curing resin because excess moisture will significantly weaken and discolour Resin Bound surfaces during the curing period. Continuous drips/leaks cause erosion in the long term, and will degrade the surface.

Footprints
Ensure pesky people or animals cannot walk on the Resin Bound surface. Footprints cannot be removed! Devices can be used to deter animals, and we would recommend to place tape/barriers around the perimeter.

5 Most Important Points to Remember

Static wheel/small turning circles
Pressure exerted from static turning can dislodge surface aggregates. Once the matrix has broken, the surface will weaken and break away. It is very important that vehicle wheels are not turned when static or slow moving, and small turning circles should be eliminated in the driveway design.

Impact damage/high point loads
Take care not to drop heavy equipment on to the driveway, such as the placement of skips. Also be aware - skips can often leach rust on to your driveway which you may not be able to clean. Car jacks can depress the surface of Resin Bound and should be placed on a wooden board for load distribution.

Chemicals and staining
Petrol, solvents, etc. should not come into contact with resin surfacing ideally. In the event of spillages, dilute and clean immediately. Solvents and some chemicals will degrade the resin binder, resulting in stone loosening over a period of time.

Leaching/Discolouration
Like all paving surfaces, Resin Bound will discolour if covered long term permanently with a close contact object. Discolouration occurs from leaching and lack of exposure to air/sunlight. An example would be a flat bottom plant pot or a storage box. Use raised plant pots, and do not store items like storage boxes on the surface.

Rejuvenating your surface
A great way to extend the life of your driveway is by sealing the surface after a deep clean. This can be done using a diluted polyurethane UV resin sealer – contact your installer for more information. A good time to carry out this enhancement would be 2-4 years after installation of the resin surface.