Resin-Bound Wheelchair Accessible Paths, Coventry

Malcolm got in touch with us looking to improve the accessibility of his garden, an important task that would need to adhere to Malcolm’s specific needs, whilst also incorporating a garden room built by our sister-company, New Garden Room Company.

Because Malcolm wanted something really life-changing, his brief was very comprehensive, to say the least! He questioned the design at every stage to make sure we understood the key elements that made up the project with regards to the accessibility features, design and build.

Crucial to the laying of the resin-bound paths was the parallel wheelchair accessible ramps, allowing Malcolm to easily move from the house or garage to the new garden room. Malcolm uses the existing garage as a workshop, and a remote controlled aluminium roller door was installed to make wheelchair access that much easier.

Resin-bound gravel is an ideal surface or wheelchairs and other mobility devices, as it is smooth, even, provides grip and has no seams to trip or snag on. Resin-bound gravel is also designed to be completely permeable, discouraging pooling water or slippery ice from forming. The wheelchair ramps were made to accessibility specifications with a gradient of 1:15, perfect for Malcolm’s powered wheelchair.

This was a challenging build in a tight space, with a very high specification, but our team handled it brilliantly. Malcolm is delighted with the new pathways which make access around his garden easier than ever before.

Resin-Bound Wheelchair Accessible Paths, Coventry. New Driveway Company

“We had considered using slabs for the slopes in our garden, but the resin bound gravel is so much better – both for drainage and for my wheelchair. It’s even better than we thought it would be. The end result is extremely good and makes me more independent.”

Malcolm, Coventry

Resin-Bound Gravel, The Ultimate Accessibility Surface

Slip-resistant surface: Provides good grip in both dry and wet conditions, reducing risk of slips.
No loose material: Eliminates hazards associated with traditional loose gravel surfaces.
Minimal trip risk: Seamless finish with no wide joints or displaced units.
Robust and hard-wearing: Suitable for high footfall areas, wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and domestic vehicle traffic.
Permeable surface: Allows surface water to drain through, preventing standing water and puddling.
Crack-resistant compared to concrete: Resin flexibility helps accommodate minor ground movement.
Improves usability during wet weather: Reduces slipping risk and resistance for wheelchair users.
Long service life: Cost-effective over time for local authorities, housing providers, and private developments.
Consistent accessibility performance: Maintains a firm, even surface without degradation common to other materials.

Project info

Branch responsible for work: Oxford
Client name: Malcolm & Carol
Client address: Coventry
Date completed: October 2022
Duration of job: 2 months

Work done

Installation of powered roller garage door opens via remote control
Wheelchair accessible ramps in resin bound gravel to garage and garden room
New turf and resin bound gravel in rear garden
Paved pathway to garden front access
+ additional work done in the creation of the garden room

Materials used

Radio controlled garage door
Resin bound gravel
Turf
Paving
+ materials used in creation of the garden room

The finished project - Resin-Bound Wheelchair Accessible Paths, Coventry

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