Resin Bound Over Concrete & Pavers — Melbourne’s Smart Resurfacing Solution
Why Resurfacing Instead of Replacing?
Full replacement of old driveways or paved areas means demolition, disposal, base preparation — costly, disruptive, time-consuming.
Resurfacing with resin bound paving is often cheaper, faster, and less messy, letting you retain the existing base or pavers while giving you a completely new surface.
For many homeowners in Melbourne and Victoria this means less disturbance to gardens, driveways, or existing landscaping.
What Surfaces Can Resin Bound Go Over?
Existing concrete driveways or slabs (if structurally sound) Neek Design
Old paver/block paved driveways, patios or paths — where pavers are stable and level
Even pool surrounds or patios with tile or stone, given the right prep
✅ If base is stable, level, free of major cracks or moisture issues — resin bound overlay can work.
Benefits of Resin Bound Overlay
Seamless, modern finish — your property looks brand new without demolition.
Permeable & drainage-friendly — prevents pooling, reduces runoff and flooding risk.
Slip-resistant, UV-stable & low maintenance — ideal for driveways, outdoor patios, pool surrounds.
Cost-effective & time-saving — skip full rebuild, base works, and heavy labour.
What’s Involved: The Resurfacing Process
Inspection of existing surface/base — check for structural soundness, drainage, cracks, moisture.
Preparation & cleaning — fill cracks, level surface, clean thoroughly.
Resin bound application — mixing natural aggregates with UV-stable resin and hand-trowelling the overlay.
Curing & finishing — ensures strong, durable adherent surface.
When Overlay Might Not Be Suitable
Base is unstable, cracked, subsiding, or waterlogged.
Pavers/concrete have structural damage or deep cracks.
Drainage issues or ground-shifting risk under substrate.
In these cases — full base remediation or rebuild might still be best.
Estimated Cost & Time vs Full Replacement
Overlay typically costs less than full removal + rebuild — often 30-50% savings (depends on condition & area size) Neek Design Co+1
Much faster: what could take days of excavation + rebuild can often be completed in 1–2 days, with minimal disruption.
FAQ: Overlay Edition
Can I overlay resin bound on old concrete? — Yes, if concrete is sound and level.
Does overlay affect drainage or permeability? — No — resin bound stays permeable even over existing base so long as base isn’t totally impermeable.
How long will overlay last? — As long as 15–25+ years with correct prep and installation.
Do I need to remove pavers/slabs first? — Not always — only if base is unstable or heavily damaged.
Is Resin Bound Overlay Right for You?
Resin bound overlay is perfect if you want to:
Refresh your driveway or patio without demolition
Avoid mess, disruption, and heavy costs
Achieve a modern, attractive, low-maintenance finish
Maintain good drainage and enhance property value
Why Choose Neek Design Co. for Overlay Projects
We provide expert inspection, high-grade UV-stable materials, quality workmanship and tailored resurfacing — all ensuring your overlay is durable, safe, and looks great.
📞 Contact us for a free site assessment and quote — and discover how easy driveway/patio resurfacing can be with resin bound paving.