Outdoor Design Library

Resin Colours

Every resin bound blend we install, photographed in situ. Colour reads differently in Cumbrian light, so we always bring physical samples to your design visit.

Edging details Borders Resin driveway inspiration

Silver Grey

A cool, even blend that reads clean against render, slate and modern glazing. The most requested finish across Cumbria.

Aggregate: 6mm natural quartz
Finish: Smooth contemporary
Permeable: Yes

Contemporary homesRendered elevationsNew builds

Pairs with: Charcoal block edging · Aluminium edging · Anthracite porcelain thresholds

Charcoal

Deep and architectural. Grounds a pale elevation and makes planting and lighting read strongly after dark.

Aggregate: 6mm basalt blend
Finish: Smooth contemporary
Permeable: Yes

White renderTimber claddingModern gardens

Pairs with: Silver granite setts · Warm stone porcelain · Brass uplighting

Autumn Gold

Warm honeyed aggregate that settles naturally beside Cumbrian sandstone and older properties.

Aggregate: 6mm golden quartz
Finish: Natural textured
Permeable: Yes

Traditional homesStone farmhousesCountry properties

Pairs with: Stone kerbs · Gravel borders · Sandstone porcelain

Natural Stone

A soft neutral blend — quiet, understated, and forgiving of everyday use on longer driveways.

Aggregate: 6mm mixed natural
Finish: Natural textured
Permeable: Yes

Traditional homesLarge front gardens

Pairs with: Stone kerbs · Mixed planting borders

Quartz Grey

A mid-tone grey with subtle sparkle. Sits comfortably between silver and charcoal on mixed elevations.

Aggregate: 6mm quartz
Finish: Smooth contemporary
Permeable: Yes

Contemporary homesRendered and brick

Pairs with: Aluminium edging · Mid grey porcelain

Red Granite

A warm russet blend for red brick properties where a grey driveway would feel cold.

Aggregate: 6mm granite
Finish: Natural textured
Permeable: Yes

Red brick homesPeriod properties

Pairs with: Brick soldier course · Planting borders

Golden Pearl

Light, bright and reflective. Lifts shaded frontages and north-facing entrances.

Aggregate: 6mm pearl quartz
Finish: Smooth contemporary
Permeable: Yes

Shaded frontagesCourtyards

Pairs with: Ivory porcelain · Hidden edge detail

Architect's Choice

Black Basalt

The darkest blend we install. Uncompromisingly modern, exceptional with recessed lighting.

Aggregate: 6mm basalt
Finish: Smooth contemporary
Permeable: Yes

Architectural homesDark framed glazing

Pairs with: Recessed lighting · Corten steel edging

Premium Finish

White Marble Blend

A pale marble aggregate reserved for entrance features and courtyards rather than full driveways.

Aggregate: 6mm marble
Finish: Premium UV stable
Permeable: Yes

CourtyardsEntrance features

Pairs with: Ivory porcelain · Aluminium edging

Contemporary Favourite

Contemporary Mixed Aggregate

A considered mix of warm and cool aggregate — the most flexible blend when a home sits between styles.

Aggregate: 6mm blended
Finish: Natural textured
Permeable: Yes

Mixed elevationsLarge family homes

Pairs with: Stone kerbs · Minimalist borders

Project Enhancement

Designed for the day. Transformed after dark.

Integrated outdoor lighting planned into the build — lit steps, concealed strip and selective uplighting that keep this finish working through a Cumbrian winter.

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Knowledge Centre

Learn Before You Decide

Guidance from the Knowledge Centre, chosen to match what you have been looking at.

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