What is a resin overlay driveway?

A resin overlay is resin bound surfacing laid over a suitable existing tarmac or concrete driveway. It refreshes the look of the drive without a full dig-out, but only works if the base underneath is still solid and draining properly.

How much do resin overlays cost?

Overlay prices depend on the size of the driveway and the condition of the existing base. As a guide, resin overlays can start from around £40 per m² on larger areas with a sound existing surface, but we confirm exact costs after seeing the driveway.

Can you overlay cracked or sinking tarmac?

If the tarmac is cracking from movement, sinking, or has soft spots, it usually needs rebuilding before resin is considered. We inspect first and will always say if an overlay isn’t the right long-term option.

Resin overlay driveways

Resin overlays are a smart way to upgrade a driveway when the existing tarmac or concrete is still solid. You get a fresh, modern surface without the disruption of a full dig-out — but only where the base is right.

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Resin overlay: starting from £40 per m² Based on a large area with a sound existing surface and generous m² measurements.

When a resin overlay makes sense

If your driveway is already tarmac or concrete and it’s still in good shape, a resin overlay can transform the look quickly and cost-effectively. The resin bound layer is laid over the existing surface, giving you a seamless finish in a natural stone blend.

But overlays aren’t a “cover-it-up” job. If there’s movement underneath, the same cracks will come back through the resin later. That’s why we only overlay when the base passes our checks.

Good candidates for a resin overlay

Solid tarmac driveways with no sinking, pumping or soft spots
Concrete driveways with only minor hairline cracking
Surfaces where drainage already works and water has somewhere to go
Driveways sitting at safe levels against damp proof courses and thresholds

A couple of clear photos and your postcode usually lets us say quickly whether an overlay looks realistic before we visit.

Resin overlay driveway laid on suitable existing tarmac

Stone colours & tidy edging

Resin overlays come in the same natural blends as full resin bound driveways: warm golden tones, traditional browns, modern greys and charcoal mixes. We’ll guide you to colours that suit your property and the street.

Edging matters on overlays as much as new drives. We can frame overlays with brick, block paving, stone or concrete kerbs to keep the line crisp and the resin neatly contained.

What we check before agreeing an overlay

Resin overlays last when the base is right. Before we take any overlay on, we check the existing surface properly, including:

Signs of sinking, lifting or movement under traffic
Cracks that suggest a weak sub-base underneath
How surface water behaves in heavy rain
Levels against garage floors, doors and damp proof courses
Manholes, gullies and service covers that need tidy finishing

If any of those areas are a red flag, we don’t overlay. We’ll explain why, then price a proper rebuild or alternative surface so you can make a sensible long-term choice.

Overlay or full rebuild?

Sometimes rebuilding the driveway and laying resin on a fresh base is better value than trying to save a tired surface. We’ll compare both options clearly — costs, lifespan, disruption — and let you decide with proper information.

Where we install resin overlays

We carry out resin overlays across Kent, East Sussex and Surrey, including work around Maidstone, Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, the Medway towns, Heathfield, Uckfield, Crowborough, Reigate, Redhill, Guildford and nearby villages.

If you’re close to these areas, there’s a strong chance we can help. Send your postcode and we’ll confirm coverage quickly.

Is your driveway suitable for a resin overlay?

Send your postcode and a few clear photos of the tarmac or concrete. We’ll tell you honestly whether an overlay is realistic, give a guide price, and explain the next steps if a full rebuild makes more sense.

Call 07438455775 or freephone 0800 861 1027

Request a resin overlay quote

Want to compare a full install? See our resin bound driveways page.