It would be great to hear opinions on which Is the most appropriate type of driveway for a large semi detached (country) Edwardian property. We need to re design and lay a new driveway as the large landscaped front garden does not provide enough parking space and driveway width. Any advice?? Many thanks
The company you are looking for is Sureset uk ltd from near Warminster. They supply all sorts of aggregates which are then resin bound. Hope this helps.
You may be surprised to learn that you will need planning permission if you want to lay a driveway in an impermeable surface such as tarmac or block paving.
Your choice will depend on your budget and the materials of the house (which you do not describe). My preference would be brick or concrete block paving. If you make this permeable the build-up can be substantial as there is a thick layer of granular material needed. The alternative is to drain the run-off into a swale (a shallow depression where it can gradually percolate into the soil) or other method of disposing of the water on site. I recommend a neural colour so the driveway fades into the landscape rather than stands out. This manufacturer offers a good range:
Many thanks for the reply. My preference was for gravel as this provides a more rural look but would prefer some type of bonded gravel perhaps to avoid too much movement. Budget is flexible to allow for design and relaying existing driveway and extend onto existing front garden creating a large driveway, with a section of front garden to remain. Property is white rendering 'rough cast' finish which is typical of the period. I will take a look at the site you suggest. Thanks
You can get a permeable resin bonded gravel which gives the look of gravel but is nore stable. I can't remember the name of the manufacturer but a google search should find you something. Good luck with the project.
There are other forms of permeable pavements you could employ. Grass/concrete would give your driveway a look similar to the adjacent lawns. Plastic geocells will allow you use unbounded gravel or infill with topsoil and grassed (depending on type) to give the grassed lawn look while providing a firm driveway for light traffic.
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