FOR RESIN BOUND SURFACING
While every effort has been made to ensure that your Resin Bound surface is of the highest quality, it will look better and last longer if a few simple maintenance procedures are adopted.
NORMAL USE
Resin Bound surfaces are intended to be used by normal pedestrian or vehicular traffic for which they have been designed. Protection should be provided wherever possible against abnormal usage.
Moss & Algae Growth
Weed growth should be treated prior to surfacing and it is highly unlikely that any new growth will be sustained. Periodical application of a proprietary moss and algae killer, such as ‘wet and forget in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines, will remove and prevent any re-growth. Ingrained algal growth can be removed and the colour of the original surface restored, by the application of a strong bleach solution. This should be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines and local environmental constraints. After application the surface should be well rinsed with clean water.
ABNORMAL USE
Heavy objects, such as waste skips, should not be dragged across the surface and protection should be provided using rubber matting[ during building, cleaning or construction work to avoid unsightly contamination from oil, grease, cement and dirt. Spillage of petrol or solvents should be avoided as these will soften and damage the resin binder.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Keep the Resin Bound surface regularly swept clean with a stiff broom and hose with clean water.
CEMENT & CONCRETE MARKS
Cement or concrete marks can be removed with careful use of diluted hydrochloric acid or a proprietary cement remover, immediately followed by a thorough rinsing with clean water. (Please note that if a lime based aggregate has been used, the acid will tend to dissolve this as well).
WASHING
Washing can be carried out using a portable pressure washer (up to 150bar rating) to remove dirt, grime and moss, providing care is taken not to damage the Resin Bound with excessive pressure. Only cold water should be used and the water lance must be kept at least 200mm from the Resin Bound surface and a fan type jet used. For more extensive washing we would recommend contacting a specialist-cleaning contractor.