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The Five Different Types of Driveways

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Building an attractive and presentable driveway is key to creating a stunning home exterior. Your driveway is the first spot that people will see when approaching your house, so it is a key signifier of how the rest of the property will look. At Mainland Aggregates, we stock a variety of building materials that can be used to create your dream driveway. Let’s take a closer look at the different options available to help provide you with some new driveway ideas.

Gravel Driveways


Gravel driveways are a budget-friendly option that will look good on any property. Not only are they affordable, but gravel driveways are also easy to install, easy to maintain and, with proper care, will last a long time. These can be built with a variety of decorative gravel to suit each property's style.

At Mainland Aggregates, we stock a wide selection of gravel available in various colours and sizes. This includes the best-selling 20mm gravel, Cotswold self binding gravel, Old English self binding gravel and 20mm Staffordshire pink gravel.

   

Asphalt and Blacktop Driveways


Asphalt and blacktop driveways use inexpensive building materials, so it is a great choice for homeowners who are looking to save money on their driveway design.


Asphalt driveways are typically grey and plain in appearance, meaning they suit a variety of properties. The only disadvantage of asphalt and blacktop driveways is that they require more maintenance when compared to other materials like concrete or cement.

Brick or Cobblestone Driveways


The next option is brick or cobblestone driveways which are typically seen as a more high-end option. We have a wide range of decorative pebbles and cobbles to choose from which can be used to decorate driveways of all sizes. Feel free to contact our team for advice about which building material would be best for you.

   

Concrete or Cement Driveways


Concrete or cement driveways are possibly the most popular option for home entrances, as they help to create an elegant and appealing touch. There are also many advantages of using concrete or cerement driveway materials because they are less expensive and do not require much upkeep.


We stock various materials that can be used to create driveways and other landscape features, including crushed concrete and type 1 recycled sub base which is blended from crushed concrete, brick and occasional asphalt. There are three different types of concrete driveways to choose from:

Plain concrete


This is the most basic design, featuring a plain appearance that suits those with a limited budget who are seeking a durable design.

Exposed or aggregate concrete


This design includes materials which can be likened to granite. However, to achieve maximum beauty from this design, some polishing and upkeep is required.

  

Decorative or stamped concrete


Finally, decorative concrete is the most expensive option but certainly worth the money. This option is often used for home re-modelling, creating an entirely new and fresh look. Not only this, but decorative or stamped concrete is available in a wide range of colours, allowing you to choose the material that best suits your taste.

Paving Driveways


The final type of option that is popular amongst many home entrances is paving driveways. This design features a range of different materials which help to complete the finished look including paving stones, brick pavers and natural stones.


At Mainland Aggregates, we have a selection of blended chippings and decorative aggregates which can be used to complete your driveway design. There are countless options to choose from and, as decorative aggregate suppliers, we can help to create the perfect design. Call us today on 01234 831 108 for more information.

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