Driveway

There are many benefits to having your driveway paved, such as increasing the value of your home and making it look more attractive. If you live in a snowy area throughout winter, then a gravel or dirt road won’t be sufficient to handle the weight of heavy snowfall.

This can cause damage to the ground beneath it, leading to expensive repairs if left unattended over a long period—not to mention how inconvenient this would make things for everyone who lives on that property.

Another benefit is safety when driving into and out of your house—they are typically much shorter than sidewalks, so they don’t make pedestrians walk very far before crossing onto the sidewalk on the opposite side of where they want to go. Additionally, driveways add extra storage space because they are typically wide enough to fit multiple cars. Depending on how you design them within your property lines, they can also be used as a secondary area for parking or even entertaining guests.

There are many different types of materials used in driveways, each having its own set of pros and cons.

• Pattern imprinted concrete driveways

Pattern imprinted concrete driveways are made by heating the surface with intense heat to melt slightly, which gives the effect of a pattern or design on top. It is also done to create more texture within the driveway, making it easier for water to drain off into pipes beneath. The downside is that because this process requires high temperatures if there are any cracks, they will not fill up again as quickly compared to other pavements.

• Resin (bound or bonded)

Resin (bound or bonded) is an alternative form of paving that uses a mixture created from recycled tires and oil drums rather than cement mixes like asphalt or tarmac. This type of material is highly durable but also affordable and quick to install. The only downside with this material for driveways is that they do not look as clean or tidy compared to other materials such as asphalt paving.

• Indian stone

Indian stone is another alternative type of paving that uses natural stones to create driveways. While this can be more aesthetically pleasing than resin materials, the installation process takes much longer and requires more expensive equipment, which will affect the overall price.

• Block paving

Another material for driveways that we work with is block paving (also known as brickwork). Block paved drives look tidy; however, they require a lot of time and effort because every brick must be placed by hand on top of one another before we can even use any cement or filler. The costs associated with using block paving also tend to make it less favourable than other options available. This information has been provided courtesy of our friends at Tarmac.

• Gravel (or crushed stone)

One of the most popular materials for driveways, in general, is gravel or crushed stone; however, they do require a lot more space than other options like asphalt and tarmac due to their nature as loose material, which needs to be spread out before we can even lay it down.

The results are very aesthetically pleasing too because you get a mixture of colours throughout your driveway, depending on what kind of gravel or stones you use – something that makes them stand out from block paving even though both have been used for decades now by householders across Britain who want to improve their homes’ aesthetic qualities at low cost. In terms of costs associated with using this type of driveway system, though, there are some considerations you need to be aware of before you even think about making a purchase.

• Tarmac or asphalt

Asphalt (or tarmac) pavements are the cheapest form of driveway paving available on the market today due to their ease of installation and low cost when it comes time to replace them. They can be purchased pre-made in large sheets from home improvement stores, making it easy for even a novice DIYer to lay down by themselves without needing expert assistance!

However, these surfaces too will eventually crack over time due to incredibly high traffic areas such as intersections near your house where cars may need to turn. In addition, the heat from car tires can damage asphalt pavements over time by causing them to melt into a slippery mess that is dangerous for drivers and pedestrians alike!

• Bricks

Brick driveways are the oldest form of driveway pavements and are still used today. Unfortunately, brick driveways require an extremely high level of skill to install properly because they need to be laid directly on concrete or asphalt for support.

• Cobblestone

Cobblestones have been around since ancient Rome, where soldiers walked over them in their sandals while patrolling roadsides! Cobblestone is one type of paving that has remained popular throughout history due to its beauty and durability when appropriately maintained. Unlike bricks, though, cobblestones can be installed right onto your dirt base without needing extra support from a pre-existing surface beneath it!

The importance of selecting the suitable material for your home’s needs cannot be overstated. The type of driveway you choose will depend on many factors, including:

Size – How large is the area that requires a new driveway? A smaller space may only need a single-width drive to accommodate one vehicle at a time, while something larger might require multiple lanes and more than two vehicles in some cases!

Shape or complexity – Is the design simple or complex? Some materials are better suited for specific shapes and sizes, while others can handle just about anything with ease. For example, brick has been used since ancient times because it was so easy to layout on any surface without needing much if any, mortar beneath them. On the other hand, cobblestone could get chipped if not installed correctly or at the wrong angle.

Types and quality – What are you using to pave your driveway? Many driveways are asphalt, but there are other options available too! Pattern imprinted concrete is gaining popularity as a low-cost solution that looks like actual brick, stone, cobblestone etc. These can be done in almost any colour imaginable, so you don’t have to settle for black or grey, even though those do look pretty sleek on their own! Resin-bound material is another popular option because it doesn’t require much maintenance over time save for an annual checkup now and then, which helps prolong the life of your driveway.

It’s also a lot more affordable than replacing the entire thing when it starts to wear down or cracks because you can replace whichever part is damaged and not have to worry about repaving everything. Indian stone, block paving etc., are all popular choices, depending on what look/feel you want from your driveway!