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Do Weeds Grow Through Resin Driveways?

February 15, 2024

When clients enquire about weeds growing through resin driveways. The reason is not far-fetched. Most traditional driveways have this problem. Weeds grow through them which creates more work for you to maintain it. Even worse, it makes the driveway lose its beauty.

Benefits of Resin Surfaces - Weed Resistance Capacity

Now there are various advantages of a resin driveway over other driveway installation systems. These include its highly aesthetic property, durability and hardwearing, colour stability, surface flexibility which makes it crack resistant, good value for money and SUDS compliance property.

However, another very important advantage of a resin bound driveway is that it is weed resistant.

Weeds Grow Through Resin Driveways

Moss and Algae Do not Grow of Resin Driveways

Therefore, to answer the question, driveways are impervious to the growth of weeds. We are simply saying that weeds do not grow through resin driveways as long as you installed the driveway properly. The surface of resin bound driveways are completely bound. This is why it doesn’t allow weeds to grow up through the sub-base and penetrate the surface.

Permeability Aspect of Resin Surface Control Weed Growth

Although weeds do not grow through the resin surface, there is something else you must know.

It is very possible that seedlings in the air can be blown onto the driveway surface. This will cause some growth especially where there is lots of vegetation. The good news is that these weeds cannot thrive because of the permeability of the resin surface. Their roots cannot penetrate through the resin surface.

Additionally, since the resin bound surface is porous, water drains through without forming puddles. This will starve the weeds of water and they will die off.

Check out the Weed Growth Prevention Measures

Asides weed, you will also find that it is rare for moss and algae to grow on a resin driveway. Sometimes, this may occur especially during damp and humid weather conditions. This is also the time you have to be careful about the surface because the surface can be slippery. Slips and falls are likely at this point because of the presence of moss and algae on a wet surface.

Fortunately, you can deal with weeds, mosses, algae and other unwanted vegetation on your driveway easily.

Below we have mentioned some of the best ways to thwart weed growth:

  • Inhibit Weed Using a Good Herbicide

    If you want to stop the growth of weed on your driveway surface, we recommend using a good herbicide. We recommend you apply market-leading moss, algae and weed killer according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

    We emphasise following the manufacturer’s instructions because most times you need to dilute the herbicide before using it. When you apply a concentrated weed killer on your driveway, it can discolour the surface of your driveway.

  • Use a Homemade Beach to Kill Weeds

    Alternatively, you can also use a household bleach. When you do this, wash it off the driveway with clean water. We advise against leaving it on the driveway surface for prolonged periods. This can also result in the discolouration of the resin surface.

  • Utilize a Firm Brush & Clean Water to Remove Weeds

    Usually, the maintenance requirement of resin bound systems is low. When you want to clean your driveway, use a stiff brush to go remove debris from the surface. You can also hose down the surface with clean water.

Find Out More

YourResinDriveway.com is a leading driveway installation firm in the UK. We have several driveways in the UK offices including our resin driveways in London and Glasgow for those in Scotland. We offer premium, stunning, elegant and high-quality resin bound systems installation. Our expertise include installation of driveways, resin pathways, bound gravel and patios.

You can contact us directly on 0808 273 7505 to discuss your next driveway project. Our costs are very competitive and we can give you a free quotation for your project after due discussions.

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