Landscape & Urban Design Issue 38 2019 | Page 66

RESIN BOUND – THE DRIVEWAY SOLUTION CUSTOMERS LOVE! Rain…waterlogged roads…floods… is low maintenance and it is resistant The DALTEX UVR Resin Bound Climate change and urban expansion to weeds and oil spillages– making it System has recently been certified have put a strain on drainage systems incredibly popular with specifiers, by the BBA (the British Board of that were simply not designed to deal architects, landscapers and surfacing Agrément). This is the highest with the increased loads they face contractors who value its versatility accreditation available. Products today. The government has responded as a driveway solution for residential that receive Agrément Certificates with legislation. and commercial projects. It can also are recognised by building control, be used for patios and paths as well a government departments, architects, number of other applications such as specifiers and industry insurers. It’s a car parks, concourses and shopping mark of quality, safety and reliability centres. that provides reassurance of the One of the key measures of the Sustainable Urban Drainage System (SUDS) is the promotion of permeable surfaces so all new driveways now need to comply with SUDS when tackling surface run off. In brief, unless you are installing a permeable driveway solution, you will need DALTEX is the no. 1 brand in resin bound… The UK’s leading resin bound system product’s fitness-for-purpose. The most popular resin bound colours for driveways planning permission. is DALTEX UVR. Manufactured by Colour choice is very important for Why is resin bound so popular? Derbyshire Specialist Aggregates customers. The new DALTEX Bespoke (DSA), DALTEX dried aggregates are range reflects the latest colour trends meticulously dried and screened to and includes 40 stunning colour produce a high quality product which blends. Each blend is made up of are combined with DALTEX UVR resin different aggregate sizes and textures to deliver a beautifully consistent and colours span the spectrum – from finish. rich reds to stylish greys to soft, subtle By combining aggregates of varying colours and sizes, it delivers a smooth, very attractive and highly permeable surface. As well as being SUDS compliant, resin bound is also very practical– its attractive natural finish golden browns. There’s something for every age and style of property with all designed to maximise kerb appeal. 66 Landscape & Urban Design Issue 38 2019