Frequently Asked Questions

Resin bound and resin bonded are different surfacing methods. Resin bonded is where a resin adhesive is rolled across the top of a surface with aggregates scattered on top. Resin bonded should not be used for driveways as it is not strong or durable enough for vehicle traffic. Resin bound is where both the aggregates and the resin are combined in a forced action mixer and then hand trowelled on to a suitable base. Resin bound is laid at 18mm depth and is durable enough to withstand vehicle traffic. MOLI only install resin bound driveways.

Resin bound driveways, paths and patios are permeable and therefore compliant with SUDS regulations. You therefore do not need any planning permission to install your resin surface.

Resin bound surface should be left to set for at least 24 hours before you can walk on it.

In its cured state resin bound is not toxic to animals.

Resin bound can be laid on to roof terraces, however it will all depend on the weight bearing capability of the structure in question and so can only be confirmed via a site survey.

Moli uses high quality kiln dried and washed stone for our resin installations. The stone used in our mixes tends to be quartzite, quartz and granite, carefully sourced from around the UK, to provide the strongest aggregates with the greatest cosmetic appeal.

Moli can work with you to provide a bespoke colour mix for your resin surface that will best suit your proposed resin driveway design and application.

The length of time our resin driveways last is dependent on how well they are maintained. They are known to last over 20 years and longer. All our resin driveways, resin paths and resin patios are fully guaranteed and come with a lifetime colour lock guarantee.

Our resin bound driveways work by coating high-quality aggregates with a clear polyurethane resin, creating an ultra-strong bond that makes the mixture highly durable but porous. This mixture is then laid across a suitable flat surface, typically porous tarmac, asphalt or concrete, which sits above a permeable sub-base of frost-resistant MOT Type 3. This allows for any surface water to drained away safely into the ground below. There is also a layer of crushed, coated glass that sits on top of the resin mixture, which gives the surface anti-slip properties.

The top layer of consists of 0.5mm of crushed glass that has been casted. This makes the resin driveway non-slippery so it can be used safely.

Yes, you can. Here at Moli, we can work with you to create a bespoke colour mix that best suits your project.

How long a resin driveway will last, will depend on how well the surface is maintained. Moli resin driveways, paths and patios come fully-guaranteed.

Weeds cannot grow through resin bound driveways because the structure of the resin bound stops anything being able to grow up it. However, seedlings can germinate on top of the surface from seed dispersal. Resin bound is weed resistant but not weed free. It is best to prevent seedlings germinating with a mild weed killer.

Your new Moli resin surface requires no initial aftercare. However after 6-12 months the resin driveway can be maintained by using a weak weed killer diluted in to a watering can to weed kill the area. A domestic jet washer can then be used to ensure the surface is free of dirt and grime.

Your new resin surface will not be slippy. Moli resin surfaces are specially tested using empirical and field testing to ensure that they are anti-skid. Moli resin installers coat every resin surface with a special anti-skid coating to ensure the surface has the highest slip-resistance available.

Frost does not impact Moli resin driveways, providing the base is porous. With a porous base and sub-base, any water should flow through therefore leaving no surface water or slippy surfaces.

Resin bound is heat resistant and stable up to 220°c. Heat will not impact your resin driveway. All of our resin bound driveways are UV stable and so will not change colour with the rays from the sun.

All of our resin bound surfaces can withstand any vehicle weight up to 7.5tonnes. For vehicles weighing over 7.5 tonnes the specification of our resin bound is changed to facilitate the weight. Generally speaking any domestic vehicle is fine for resin bound but a commercial vehicle, such as a dustbin wagon, the resin bound would have to be laid at a different depth.

All of Moli resin bound surfaces come with a lifetime colour lock guarantee ensuring that they will not change colour throughout the lifetime of the driveway, path or patio.

All Moli resin bound surfaces are fully-guaranteed. All resin surfaces come with a lifetime colour lock guarantee.

There are many ways you can contact Moli. The best way is by phone on 0300 303 0048 or by email on sales@moli.co.uk.

Your driveway will be installed by one of Moli's professional, academy trained local contractors. We install resin surfaces across Yorkshire, including Huddersfield, Bradford, Leeds, York, Sheffield and more.

All Moli all of our resin bound driveways are bespoke. We consult and plan with you to create your dream driveway design or make the most of your outdoor space, calling on our extensive resin bound expertise. We can create surfaces to suit all of your styles, needs and budgets.

Moli is one of the few resin installers that sit on the technical committee for the resin industry body, FeRFA. We also have over a decade of experience in the resin industry.

Moli offers all types of resin bound surfacing. This includes paths, patios, large landscaped areas and commercial projects. We are resin bound specialists and currently only install resin bound gravel.

Absolutely. Resin bound is extremely flexible and we can work with you to create the perfect landscape you have always wanted. Resin is quite commonly used for steps!

If you’d like to arrange a meeting with one of our driveway consultants, they will be able to show you various examples to help you find exactly what you are looking for. Contact us on 0300 303 0048 or email sales@moli.co.uk

Your resin bound surface has been constructed to the highest possible standards. In the very uncommon event that anything should happen to your surface please contact your approved installer as a soon as possible.

Resin bound is stain resistant.

Resin surfaces can be repaired but it depends on the extent of the damage and is taken on a case by case basis. Moli does not carry out repairs on other installers' work.

Please call our friendly team on 0300 303 0048 to see how we can help you.

Moli is open 9-5 Monday to Thursday and 8-4 on a Friday.

You can give your local approved installer a call or you can call us at head office on 0300 303 0048.

Yes, we do. In the unlikely event that something has gone wrong with your resin surface and you’d like us to take a look at it, simply give our friendly team a call on 0300 303 0048 and arrange a time for us to come out and see you.

You can pay Moli in instalments. You can pay 25% deposit, 50% after the base preparation and the remaining balance of 25% upon completion.

Moli resin installers offer the best pricing for the highest quality work available.

Because we multi-source our stone to ensure that we bring you the finest quality aggregates, they come from different quarries and have different values. Therefore the prices can vary slightly from one colour to another colour.

All Moli resin bound surfacing is bespoke to you and your property. We are more than just resin driveways. Our selection of resin bound surfacing will allow you to create the perfect space for entertaining, relaxing or for function. We have everything that you may need to suit your style and taste.