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What should i choose asphalt or concrete for my entrée de garage(driveway)?
We have had both. Concrete tends to look better and hold up longer, but the surface stones can pop out and the concrete can crack. It is more expensive to install than concrete. We paid additional for a formula that would have fewer surface pops. New asphalt driveways look nice, too. There are pros and cons to sealing them every year. Sealants give the driveway a new look but don't necessarily prolong the life of the driveway. The surface of an asphalt driveway can become uneven and will crack. Tire pivot points will wear and tire depressions will form where vehicles are regularly parked. The dark color can be a heat sink due to sun exposure and can actually soften with the heat That can be a negative during a hot summer, but our south-facing asphalt driveway seemed to finish snow removal jobs by melting whatever remained. Asphalt is less expensive, but generally needs to be replaced more often than concrete. Some folks have gone to using paving bricks in driveways. That looks nice, but you have to fight weeks growing in the cracks and it makes for a noisy and bumpy ride for anything wheeled across it. (think wheeled garbage bins or luggage). Whichever driveway you choose, you need to do your homework on the proper installation and watch that your contractor adheres to those parameters. Also check the contractor's guarantees and reputation. We had to take one contractor to court because an asphalt driveway was installed cold and didn't last a year.
Is tar road better than concrete road?
it smells better
How is better concrete or bitumen road?
Concrete. Bitumen breaks up with constant rain and wear and tear. Concrete has added bonus of being smoother to drive on and can also be rough like tarmac to give added grip around corners.
How do you cover block pillars with concrete?
To cover block pillars with concrete, first ensure the surface of the blocks is clean and free of debris. Then, mix the concrete according to the manufacturer's instructions and apply it to the pillars using a trowel or concrete float, ensuring an even coverage. For better adhesion, you can use a bonding agent on the block surface before applying the concrete. Finally, smooth the surface as desired and allow it to cure according to the concrete specifications.
Why is it that that concrete is stronger at bottom of column than on top?
when concrete is vibrated while pouring in to the form work, the cement slurry part tends to get drained through voids between aggregates and the richest part of cement slurry is detained at bottom portion of column. this causes a strong, dense, and void free concrete which ensures better compressive strength than the concrete on top portion of column.
Is an asphalt driveway better than a concrete drive?
Concrete is better. However it does cost more
What are the benefits of using brick and grass for a driveway instead of traditional concrete or asphalt?
Using brick and grass for a driveway instead of traditional concrete or asphalt can provide benefits such as improved aesthetics, better water drainage, reduced heat absorption, and environmental friendliness.
What can you use to fill the wide seams of a concrete driveway?
These are the movement joints which stop the driveway cracking up when it expands/contracts. They need to be filled with something flexible. See Link for better explanation.
Crushed marble stone fine aggregate in concrete?
Crushed marble stone has a low absorption rate hence less water is required which means better strength. Also the marble typically has a denser specific gravity.
Did roman concrete help people?
Roman concrete was neither better nor worse. It was different. It was as strong as modern concrete and it set underwater. It was less fluid and it had to be layered by hand. The Romans did not use reinforced concrete. Roman concrete was made by mixing pozzonlana (an active component of volcanic pumices and ashes) with lime and adding an aggregate to give it body. This varied depending of the consistency or weight. It could be pottery sherds, crushed brick or crushed rock.
Is driveway paving more beneficial than a stone driveway I cannot choose.?
There are pros and cons to both methods, but in the long run it looks like a stone driveway is the way to go. Stone pavers are probably the most expensive method, but they are also the most durable and you will ultimately have fewer cracks in the driveway than you will with concrete or even asphalt. It is also drains better and many would say that it will add to the curb appeal of your home.
What can you top a dirt driveway with to keep the dust down?
You can top a dirt driveway with materials such as gravel, crushed stone, or recycled asphalt to help keep the dust down. These materials will provide a solid surface that reduces dust and improves the overall durability of the driveway. Regular watering or applying a dust suppressant product can also help control dust.
Why is concrete better than wood?
concrete is better than wood because concrete is much stronger and that's why most of the building are made out of it
When can a car be repossessed after bankruptcy is filed?
you better go look in you driveway
Is a concrete pool or vinyl pool better in Northern Kentucky?
A concrete pool is better any where if it is done professionally.
What should i choose asphalt or concrete for my entrée de garage(driveway)?
We have had both. Concrete tends to look better and hold up longer, but the surface stones can pop out and the concrete can crack. It is more expensive to install than concrete. We paid additional for a formula that would have fewer surface pops. New asphalt driveways look nice, too. There are pros and cons to sealing them every year. Sealants give the driveway a new look but don't necessarily prolong the life of the driveway. The surface of an asphalt driveway can become uneven and will crack. Tire pivot points will wear and tire depressions will form where vehicles are regularly parked. The dark color can be a heat sink due to sun exposure and can actually soften with the heat That can be a negative during a hot summer, but our south-facing asphalt driveway seemed to finish snow removal jobs by melting whatever remained. Asphalt is less expensive, but generally needs to be replaced more often than concrete. Some folks have gone to using paving bricks in driveways. That looks nice, but you have to fight weeks growing in the cracks and it makes for a noisy and bumpy ride for anything wheeled across it. (think wheeled garbage bins or luggage). Whichever driveway you choose, you need to do your homework on the proper installation and watch that your contractor adheres to those parameters. Also check the contractor's guarantees and reputation. We had to take one contractor to court because an asphalt driveway was installed cold and didn't last a year.
Can you drill into concrete beams?
better try to avoid drilling on concrete beams......!!
