Asphalt is considered to be the most preferable material for driveways that are attractive and long-lasting. However, it is very expensive. A substitute for asphalt driveways is the Tar and chip paving. Tar and chip paving is nothing but a surface that is created using stone and liquid form of asphalt. tar and chip paving is also called as or referred to as Asphalt and stone paving, seal chip paving or Macadam. However, it is a not so commonly used material for driveways. Call The Experts: 062 654 1185Advantages of Tar and chip paving Despite the fact that tar and chip paving does not cross the owner's mind when it comes to choosing the material to lay the driveway, it has a number of benefits. It includes Construction is simple It is possible to install tar and chip on a driveway that already exists. You just have got to ensure that it is in good shape. The process would entail installing a gravel base of the thickness you require. This is then followed up by pouring liquid asphalt over the gravel. This is then followed up with a coat of loose stone that is pressed into the liquid asphalt. Though the construction is simple you would have to adhere to the technical specifications to ensure a perfect tar and chip paving. Customized and personalized finishes
It is possible to customize the type of tar and chip paving by changing the color of the stones that you use for laying the top layer. This makes it possible to mix or one or more colors of stones for the top layer in order to create an exquisite, appealing and exclusive overall appearance for your driveway. Cost-effective Tar and chip paving laying costs are lower than asphalt driveways. However, there isn't much change with respect to the appearance or longevity of the paving especially because liquid asphalt is used. This means it is quite cost-effective. Also, it does not require a special seal coating that is required for the maintenance of the asphalt paving. However, the limited availability of contractors who are specialists in making tar and chip driveways as well as the damages the tar and chip flooring can develop especially while shoveling the snow from the driveway can be considered as deterring factors for going in for a tar and chip paving despite the advantages.
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