Repaving Your Driveway? Opt For Exposed Aggregate

Although your driveway is built to withstand the weight of vehicles constantly driving over it, it is bound to require repairs over time. When these repairs start cropping up on a consistent basis, it may be time to consider repaving your driveway. Typically, homeowners will stick to traditional paving materials such as asphalt or concrete. However, if you would like to add a unique aspect to your driveway, you should consider opting for exposed aggregate. This is concrete that has been seeded with another material such as glass, pebbles and more. When the concrete contractors lay the seeded concrete, they then expose the materials that were incorporated into the concrete to create a raised and speckled surface. The following are some of the reasons why you should opt for exposed aggregate when repaving your driveway.

Exposed aggregate improves the curb appeal of your driveway

One of the biggest advantages of exposed aggregate is the artistic element it adds to any surface it is applied on. Exposed aggregate has a similar appeal to mosaic flooring. The patterns created by the glass or pebbles that have been mixed in with the concrete are random. This ensures that your driveway will not be identical to any other person's. Additionally, the materials mixed in the concrete can be of varying colours and shapes. This makes your driveway have a striking visual interest.  This improved curb appeal also contributes to increasing the resale value of your home in case you ever consider putting your residence back on the market.

Exposed aggregate can be applied on a range of surfaces

If you are a homeowner that would like uniformity when it comes to the exterior and interior of your home, then exposed aggregate would be an ideal choice for your premises. Exposed aggregate is versatile enough to be functional in an array of surfaces. If you have walkways leading from the driveway to your yard, you can have them paved with exposed aggregate. If you would like a seamless appearance from the driveway into your home, exposed aggregate can be used as indoor flooring. This also makes it an economical choice as you would not have to contemplate using a variety of paving materials in the event that you are remodeling your home.

Exposed aggregate provides enhanced traction

Slips and falls on smooth driveways tend to be commonplace. If you have small children or live in an area predisposed to wet weather conditions, you should opt for exposed aggregate. The uneven surface provides your driveway with additional traction, which reduces the incidences of slipping and falling.

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