Bonded Surface Installation
This is important so we do it correctly!
Although the surface is extremely resilient, with the majority of applications we prefer to install a sub base. We strongly believe the inclusion of this provides a longer lasting surface by eliminating voids and irregularities beneath ground.
We perform this by excavating the topsoil/grass from the area importing MOT Type 1 stone and mechanically compacting it to provide a flat level surface. We always remove all waste and spoil from site!
Question:
What is usually involved with the application of a Bonded Rubber safety surface?
Answer:
Quite a lot, but our team perform these installations regularly so they know what they are doing. Once initial observations have been considered e.g. drainage, product selection and access etc. we then look at the process outlined below.
Here is a brief rundown of what may be involved, the photos to the right and video above show an example of an installation:
- Removal of existing surface, turf, gravel or soil using a turf cutter, concrete breaker or maybe a mini digger. (This may not be necessary if we are bonding onto a hard surface)
- Dispose of the above in a skip or ‘muckaway’ service
- Level area and install tanalised timbers or Rubber Border Edging to the surrounds if required
- Import into the area the MOT Type 1 to be used as a sub-base
- Mechanically compact the sub-base with a ‘wacker plate’
- Apply a heavy duty Geotextile Membrane to help prevent weed growth and secure
- Mix on-site the Rubber and Resin in our special forced action mixer and apply at the specified depth to the area by hand
- Roll the area to achieve the perfect finish
