In a perfect world, a concrete driveway would last as long as your home did. Unfortunately, there are many conditions that could shorten its lifetime. Exposure to severe weather conditions, bad placement procedures, an inadequate concrete mix, and improperly compacted subgrade can all cause concrete driveway troubles. These troubles might result in discolouration, settlement, scaling, […]
Asphalt vs Tarmac – What’s the Difference?
Tarmac vs Asphalt On the surface, tarmac and asphalt look exactly the same. Despite their striking similarity, they have many notable differences. Tarmac driveways also known as Taramacadam is made by mixing tar, sand, and macadam surfaces. It was pioneered in the 1820s by Scottish engineer John Loudon McAdam. However, macadam surfaces were prone to […]