Asphalt driveways have many benefits for homeowners but two major inconveniences are the drying and curing processes. Effective drying and curing is essential to ensure the longevity of your new asphalt driveway, and complications during this initial period can result in cracking or a loosening surface, that can significantly shorten the lifespan and aesthetic appeal …
Block paving is a great way to add curb appeal to your home and is known to have a long lifespan when properly cared for. This ongoing care is particularly important when you consider the cost of replacing a block paved driveway. Sadly, block paving can start to lose its luster over time. But there …
As the temperatures begin to inch ever closer to freezing it’s natural to consider how best to avoid the dangers of a slippery asphalt driveway. Snow and ice on the surface can increase the risk of slips and falls for pedestrians, as well as making driving more risky. While there are a variety of ways …
When you park your car on a tarmac driveway it’s really only a matter of time until you suffer from an oil spill. Spilled oil looks unsightly, of course, but there are other potential issues too. For example, liquid oil can be walked into your home causing damage to interior flooring. Lastly of course oil …
Asphalt is an incredibly practical driveway material, and fortunately requires minimal maintenance. That said, there are some crucial steps to caring for your asphalt driveway. By carrying out these steps you’ll ensure that your driveway is safe, sound, looks great and has the longest lifespan possible. Here’s what all homeowners should know about how to …
Asphalt driveways can be an incredibly practical and aesthetically pleasing option. However if your asphalt driveway is to look its best and last for as many years as possible it’s crucial to stay off it during the curing process. While this is inconvenient at first, staying off your asphalt driveway till it is fully cured …
Driveway gates typically swing inwards, though in some specific circumstances it may make sense for them to swing outwards. In this article we’ll examine why driveway gates normally swing inwards, together with those situations where gates that swing out might make more sense. We’ll also give some handy pointers on what to consider when deciding …
Moss can be a problem on tarmac driveways, particularly in areas that tend to stay damp (north facing, under overhanging shrubs and trees, where rainwater pools etc.). While moss doesn’t do any real damage to the tarmac surface, it is very slippery when wet, so can represent a safety risk. It also arguably looks unsightly …
It’s a sad fact that the visual appeal of block paving reduces over time. When exposed to the weather your driveway or patio can start to look past its best, particularly as the sun bleaches away the color. However it can be a reasonably simple process to bring your trusty block paving a whole new …
For those with the budget, resin driveways have become the number one choice in recent years. They’re incredibly sturdy, look fantastic and require very little ongoing maintenance. However one aspect that will be required is an occasional clean to keep your resin driveway looking its best. Cleaning a resin driveway isn’t as easy as you …