Considering StoneSet for that perfect finish to your new build driveway? Planning and allowing for the product is simple!

Unless you are required by council to install a more expensive, fully porous driveway, newly constructed properties will need an existing concrete surface on which to install the StoneSet topping.

Builders will have factored in costs for pouring a new concrete driveway. Typically, Australian standards require concrete driveways to be reinforced to compression rating at a very least of 2500 PSI, however 5000 PSI (approximately 32MPA) are industry standard.

This solid concrete base is exactly what’s required for StoneSet to install and back it up with a 10 year Guarantee on performance. There is typically no ‘lower standard’ or cost saved on pouring a new slab even though it will be immediately overlaid with a 16mm topping of StoneSet.

However, there are a few intuitive considerations and instructions builders and concreters need to follow;

• Levels – Concrete pour must be set 16-20mm lower than any existing paths, lawn or slabs (such as carport)
• Drains – Similarly, drains must be installed so the surface/grate of drains sit 16mm proud of the newly poured slab
• Roughing the surface – For optimal strength, concreters are encouraged to ‘scratch’ or ‘brush finish’ the curing concrete surface. This is typically no extra cost, resulting in the familiar broomed look used to increase friction on public concrete pathways.

StoneSet never leaves you with edges or gaps and potential trip hazards. We work closely with builders on new build projects to ensure the correct provisions are made to give you that perfectly flush finish that will last for decades!

In the Video below we talk with Elie, home owner and architectural draftsman who chose StoneSet to create the ideal finish to a driveway for his own New Build home in Sydney.

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