What is Recycle Bound?

Developed to be even stronger than other resin solutions, Recycle Bound has a higher tensile strength and can hold more weight. In fact, it is the strongest system Oltco has ever tested. Oltco’s Recycle Bound solution has the same 20 year guarantee that our other resin bound solutions have and has been thoroughly tried and tested by our expert team.

Offering all of the same benefits as Oltco’s other solutions including permeable properties, which therefore makes it SUDS compliant. The melting point is 250°C meaning that even if the UK has another heatwave, the plastic won’t melt in the same way as some alternatives, such as tarmac.

Recycle Bound isn’t just stronger – it’s smarter for the planet. Every installation helps divert thousands of pieces of single-use plastic from landfill and waterways, locking them into a durable surface designed to last decades. It’s a driveway that doesn’t just look good, it does good too.

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Environmentally Sustainable Product

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SUDS Compliant

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DDA (Disability Discrimination Act) Compliant

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Non-Slip Surface

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Hard Wearing & Durable - Our strongest system yet

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A longer 20 Year Guarantee

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Bespoke Finish

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Easy to Maintain

Recycle Bound driveway

Revolutionary Recycle Bound Driveways

Innovated by and exclusive to Oltco, Recycle Bound is a resin bound solution that is made using a mix of stone and aggregates as well as recycled waste plastic. Developed in house by our team of technical experts, Recycle Bound is a world first and the waste plastic that is used in the product is obtained from a plastic recycling point. Recycle Bound surfaces feature a combination of plastic drink bottles, food packaging and straws, producing innovative plastic driveways.

We are the first company to offer this innovative, environmentally sustainable solution, which is suitable for a range of outdoor environments including driveways, car parks, footpaths, patios and courtyards.

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Oltco Founders Johnny & Tom

Introducing Recycle Bound® Plastic Driveways

The world’s first driveway and pathway resin surfacing made from waste plastic.

Combating the issue of plastic waste already in circulation

As a business, we have a passion for innovation and a desire to offer superior and premium products. It is this passion and determination that drove us to design this innovative solution that will have a positive effect on the environment.

Each square metre of Recycle Bound consists of the equivalent of 3,000 plastic straws. Therefore, if Recycle Bound was laid on a standard 50 square metre drive, the equivalent of 150,000 plastic straws would be recycled in the process.

Recycle Bound is an ideal solution for areas including: Driveways, Patios, Footpaths, Balconies, Terraces, Courtyards and Beer gardens.

Since 2019 Oltco has used the equivalent of

plastic straws in Recycle Bound projects throughout the UK!

Eden Project use Oltco's Recycle Bound surface for their Biomes

An attractive, durable and eco friendly surface that used the equivalent of 255,000 plastic straws!

Recycle Bound is Award Winning

Recycle Bound is now officially an award-winning product. On Thursday 27 June, we celebrated a night of success after being awarded with Product of the Year at the Cornwall Business Awards and also being announced as the runner up in the National Recycling Awards – both for our innovative, world-first product Recycle Bound.

What Happens at the End of it's Life?

When your surface eventually needs replacing:

  • We remove it
  • Reprocess the materials
  • Reuse it as Recycle Base
  • Install a fresh Recycle Bound layer

Zero landfill. Zero waste.

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Recent Projects

Take a look at our recent Recycle Bound projects.

Frequently Asked Questions About Recycle Bound Driveways

No, the melting point of the recycled material is 250°C, so even during intense heatwaves, it won’t soften or melt like tarmac might.

Our exclusive Recycle Bound surface is one of the most environmentally friendly surfacing solutions available. It’s made using waste plastic collected from recycling points, including items like plastic bottles, food packaging, and straws. This innovative process transforms recycled plastic into durable, attractive driveways and outdoor surfaces.

Yes, our recycle bound surfacing is fully permeable, allowing water to drain through efficiently. This meets Sustainable Urban Drainage System (SUDS) requirements and reduces surface-water runoff. To find out more about SUDS, you can read our thorough content guide.

Recycle Bound is the ideal choice for a wide range of outdoor surfaces, including driveways, patios, footpaths, balconies, and pool surrounds. Its versatility means it can be installed on almost any external area you choose.

Recycle bound surfaces provide a low maintenance solution for homeowners. No heavy maintenance is required but you will need to regularly clean your outdoor area to prevent any issues that could lead to repairs being required.

Regularly sweeping with a stiff outdoor brush will be enough to remove any unwanted debris and prevent moss growth. Hard to remove dirt or stains can easily be removed with jet washing.

You need to be cautious with jet washing as being too rough could lead to damage compromising the integrity. We recommend only using a jet wash system with a maximum pressure of less than 150bar.

Sweep your outdoor area thoroughly before jet washing to remove loose debris. The water temperature should be mild. (Water that is too hot or too cold could damage your driveway.) Hold the nozzle of the jet wash at least 20cm away from the ground when spraying. Spray the area in a sweeping motion to avoid prolonged pressure in one area.

Ready to choose a sustainable, stronger driveway?

If you’d like to find out more about our products, colour ranges and the other options that we offer, please complete the form on our contact page and your local Oltco team will be in touch.

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