How to Use This Guide
This page is designed to help you make practical decisions before requesting quotes. Use the sections below to compare specification options, understand likely budget factors, and identify the questions that matter most for your property.
For cost planning, pair this guide with the resin driveway cost guide. For visual design, review the resin finishes library.
Appearance and Kerb Appeal
A concrete driveway gives a clean, durable surface but can look utilitarian unless upgraded with decorative finishes.
A resin driveway is often chosen for stronger kerb appeal because it offers a broader range of aggregate blends and a seamless finish.
Drainage and Practical Performance
Standard concrete driveway surfaces are typically non-permeable unless designed with drainage channels and falls.
Resin bound systems are permeable and support surface-water drainage, which is one reason homeowners move from concrete to resin.
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Maintenance and Lifespan
Concrete can perform well long term but may show cracking, staining, and discoloration over time depending on installation quality.
A properly installed resin driveway is low maintenance and can maintain appearance well with routine cleaning and aftercare.
- Concrete driveway: strong but can crack or stain
- Resin driveway: low maintenance and permeable
- Both require a quality base and correct installation