Installation
The installation process is the interesting part of the job.
For a closer look at how we create this beautiful work see below for our step by step explanation.
Day One
Let the digging commence:
Our first task upon arrival on site is to fully excavate the site.
This will either be a manual operation or heavy plant and machinery may be used, depending on the size of the task in hand.
The site is then dug out to a depth 4-8" allowing for 4" concrete and the necessary sub-base.
Finally the site is compacted and the shuttering put in place to determine the final shape of the area.
We are now ready for Day 2.
Day Two
The pouring:
At this stage the project really begins to take shape.
The wet concrete is delivered from a ready-mix concrete lorry into wheel-barrows or a dumper.
It is then layed and levelled ensuring that all future rainwater will fall off leaving no puddles.
The surface is then completely smoothed off and a dry colour hardener (base colour) scattered over the top.
This colour is then floated in using trowels.
The secondary release-agent colour(chalk-based) is then applied.
The textured and patterning mats are then stamped in all over the area. (the chalk prevents sticking).
The main stage is now over.
Day Three
The Finish:
This stage will be done over 1 or 2 days depending on the time of year and weather conditions.
Firstly, the crack control joints are cut in to a depth of an inch approx.
The site is then completely pressure-washed as are the surroundings.
The crack control joints are then filled with mastic.
When completely dry the area is sealed, which immediately enhances the look and protects it for years to come.
Belle Green Driveways can transform the appearance of the front of your home or completely re-design the back garden for those balmy summer evenings; we have many completed projects and customer referrals are common place.
