How Pigmented Quartz Allows Full Colour & RAL Matching
When most people think of resin bound stone, they imagine natural-looking finishes — soft greys, warm beiges, browns, and neutral blends that mimic traditional aggregates. While these remain a popular choice, they are far from the only option.
Modern resin bound surfacing does not have to be limited to natural colours. By using pigmented quartz aggregates, resin bound systems can be produced in virtually any colour, including precise RAL colour matches. This makes resin bound stone a powerful design solution, not just a practical paving system.
What Is Pigmented Quartz?
Pigmented quartz is a high-quality mineral aggregate that has been colour-coated using specialist industrial pigments. The pigment is bonded to the surface of the quartz particles, creating a durable, colour-stable aggregate designed specifically for resin applications.
Compared to painted or coated finishes, pigmented quartz offers:
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Excellent colour consistency
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High UV resistance to reduce fading
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Long-term durability in outdoor environments
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Full compatibility with resin bound polyurethane binders
This allows bold, vibrant colours to be achieved without compromising strength, permeability, or lifespan.
RAL Colour Matching: Design Without Limits
One of the biggest advantages of pigmented quartz is the ability to match almost any RAL colour. This is particularly valuable for projects where colour accuracy is critical, such as:
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Branded environments
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Public parks and playgrounds
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Schools and educational spaces
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Urban regeneration projects
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Wayfinding and zoning areas
Instead of adapting the design to available materials, the surfacing can be tailored exactly to the design brief.
Colour-Matched Resin Bound in Themed Environments
In themed environments such as major parks and attractions, colour plays a key role in shaping the visitor experience. Resin bound surfacing using pigmented quartz allows pathways and public areas to be fully aligned with the overall colour theme and visual identity of the site.
In our case, pigmented quartz blends were used to match the colour palette of a major theme park environment such as LEGOLAND Windsor Resort, ensuring that the surfacing felt integrated rather than functional or generic.
This approach allows designers to:
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Reinforce branding through the ground surface
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Create visually engaging pedestrian routes
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Improve wayfinding and flow
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Maintain a seamless, joint-free and permeable finish
All while meeting the technical demands of high footfall and year-round outdoor use.
Ideal Uses for Coloured Resin Bound Stone
Coloured resin bound systems are particularly well suited to:
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Theme parks and visitor attractions
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Public parks and playgrounds
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Schools, nurseries, and campuses
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Commercial landscaping
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Civic and council projects
In addition to their design flexibility, resin bound surfaces remain SUDS-compliant, weed-resistant, slip-resistant, and low maintenance, making them practical as well as visually impactful.
Beyond Natural Stone
Resin bound stone no longer needs to blend quietly into the background. With pigmented quartz aggregates, it can:
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Add identity to a space
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Support branding and colour zoning
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Create playful or striking designs
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Deliver long-lasting performance
From subtle pastels to vibrant colours or exact RAL matches, resin bound surfacing offers almost unlimited creative freedom.
