Quality tar & chip driveways
A great looking cost-effective surface
Tar and Chip is fast becoming an increasingly popular alternative surfacing option to resin bound driveways largely because it looks very similar to resin, has similar characteristics such as its non-slip surface which provides better grip for both vehicles and pedestrians in wintery, icy conditions but is considerably cheaper to install than resin.
Whilst loose gravel is by far the cheapest form of surfacing, tar and chip creates a harder, more durable surface that requires very little maintenance. With loose gravel drives for example, the stones are displaced by vehicles driving over them so need to be regularly swept back into place. But with tar and chip driveways, there is no such problem. The stones remain sealed in place by the application of hot tar bitumen.
This process is commonly used to extend the life of a worn road surface on Britain’s highways. But that does not mean that it isn’t an attractive option for domestic or commercial drives as our photos below show. In fact, it’s the perfect option for all domestic driveways especially large ones where there is a substantial area to cover. What’s more, different coloured aggregate stones can be used to create the perfect look for you. Trust Tar and Chip driveway specialists Avenue Driveways to install your perfect tar and chip driveway. Ask for a quote today!
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Why
tar and chip is fast becoming the UK driveway surfacing option of choice
There are a range of surfacing options for your driveway all of which have distinctive features. But when it comes to aesthetics, a good looking driveway is generally a must for most UK homeowners.
Another consideration, especially in the current economic climate is affordability. But there is a driveway surface that is fast becoming the UK driveway surfacing option of choice - tar and chip.
If you think that just because local authority’s use it to extend the lifespan of public highways up and down the UK that somehow it’s not for you, then think again. Tar and chip is one of those great surfacing options that can look absolutely amazing when professionally installed, and the range of aggregate colours mean you can have the perfect look too.
Tar and chip is where hot bitumen is used to secure the gravel surface in place, so, unlike a loose gravel drive where the stones are displaced by vehicles driving over them, tar and chip driveways need virtually no maintenance.
What’s more, they have a lifespan of over a decade, are roughly half the cost of a resin driveway and share a number of features of a resin drive, namely that they provide excellent grip for vehicles and pedestrians especially during the icy winter months.
They also look much like a resin drive and the choice of aggregate means that your tar and chip driveway can look completely different depending on the colour of the aggregate chosen. Smaller domestic driveways in particular can also benefit from the addition of charcoal block borders around the tar and chip area to create a smart, quality look.
But what makes tar and chip a strong contender when it comes to driveways is when it is used to surface large drives such as those found at large country houses or at country hotels. A long drive can create real cost issues for owners of such homes and businesses in particular, where first impressions are essential.
A smart country hotel at the end of a heavily potholed drive or access road is not a great first impression so it really is important to ensure that arriving guests are impressed the minute they arrive at your drive entrance. Tar and chip certainly delivers a quality look and durability.
Advantages of Tar & Chip Driveways
It look’s great
It’s easy to maintain
It’s cheaper to install
It has a non-slip surface
It comes in a range of colours
It’s hard wearing and durable
How much will a new tar & chip driveway cost me?
Tar & chip driveways are fast becoming one of the UK’s most popular surfacing options for domestic driveways. That’s because they are much quicker to install and are therefore less expensive than other driveway options.
Tar and chip driveways basically use hot bitumen to hold in place aggregate chips which, when applied, make for an attractive surface ideal for all domestic driveways but especially ideal for larger driveways and access roads.
But the cost of a tar & chip driveway, like any other type of driveway, will very much depend of the size of the area to be surfaced. Ask East Anglia’s tar & chip driveway professionals Avenue Driveways now for a free, no-obligation quote.
Their experienced team of surfacing specialists will offer the highest quality workmanship at competitive prices and all our work is fully guaranteed!
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