Asphalt surfacing for roads, yards and car parks across England

Asphalt is stone aggregate bound with bitumen and is what most roads and heavy-use surfaces are actually made from. Tarmac, or tarmacadam, is an older term often used for similar surfaces on driveways. The terms are often used interchangeably, but the mix used differs by application.

Asphalt mixes are typically specified for heavier traffic than a standard driveway needs, such as car parks or access roads. For most home driveways we'd use a tarmac mix suited to car traffic, but we can discuss the right material once we know how it will be used.

A properly specified and laid asphalt surface, on a sound base with good drainage, can last many years under normal use. Lifespan depends on traffic volume and weight, ground conditions, and ongoing maintenance, so we specify the base and mix to suit the expected use.

Stone mastic asphalt, or SMA, is used where a surface takes heavy, repeated loading, such as bus routes and haul roads. It uses more coarse stone and a richer bitumen content than standard asphalt, giving better resistance to rutting under sustained traffic.

Yes, we supply and lay asphalt and macadam for residential, commercial and industrial jobs nationwide across England. Get in touch with details of your job and we'll arrange a convenient time to discuss a free quote.