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Exploring the Color Options for Tarmac Driveways: A Palette of Possibilities

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Tarmac driveways, also known as asphalt driveways, are a popular choice for homeowners due to their durability, cost-effectiveness, and versatility. While the traditional perception of tarmac might involve a dark grey or black appearance, advancements in technology and manufacturing techniques have expanded the colour options available for tarmac driveways. In this article, we will explore the exciting range of colours that tarmac can come in, allowing you to personalize your driveway and enhance your property’s overall aesthetic appeal.

Traditional Tarmac Colours:

Historically, tarmac driveways were predominantly available in dark grey or black colours. This classic colour palette remains popular due to its timeless and sophisticated appeal. Traditional tarmac blends seamlessly with various architectural styles and complements a wide range of exterior colour schemes. The dark hues also provide a visually pleasing contrast with surrounding greenery and landscaping features.

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Red Tarmac:

Red tarmac is a distinctive and eye-catching colour option that can add a vibrant touch to your driveway. It offers a unique aesthetic that stands out from the traditional grayscale tones. Red tarmac is often seen in commercial or public spaces, as it can denote designated areas, highlight walkways, or serve as a visual indicator. If you desire a bold and attention-grabbing driveway, red tarmac can be an excellent choice.

Brown Tarmac:

For a warmer and earthier look, brown tarmac is an appealing option. This colour choice blends harmoniously with natural surroundings and can create a rustic or country-style ambiance. Brown tarmac complements properties with a warm colour scheme, such as those featuring earthy tones, brickwork, or wooden accents. It can evoke a sense of warmth, inviting visitors to your home with its inviting appearance.

Coloured Aggregates:

Another way to introduce colour to your tarmac driveway is by incorporating coloured aggregates into the surface. Instead of altering the tarmac itself, coloured aggregates are mixed into the top layer, creating a unique and textured effect. These aggregates can come in various shades, such as red, green, blue, or yellow. By blending different aggregates, you can achieve custom patterns, borders, or designs, allowing for a truly personalized tarmac driveway.

Custom Colour Mixing:

In some cases, homeowners may opt for custom colour mixing to achieve specific shades or to match their property’s colour scheme. This involves working closely with a professional tarmac contractor who can create a custom blend by mixing different pigments into the tarmac mixture. Custom colour mixing allows for endless possibilities, enabling you to match your driveway to the exterior of your home or explore unique colour combinations that reflect your personal style.

It is worth noting that availability and suitability of colour options may vary depending on local suppliers and contractors. Consulting with a reputable tarmac specialist can provide insight into the range of colours available in your area and help you make an informed decision based on your preferences and the overall look you wish to achieve.

Gone are the days when tarmac driveways were limited to shades of grey and black. With advancements in tarmac technology, homeowners now have a diverse range of colour options to choose from. Whether you prefer the timeless elegance of traditional tarmac, the boldness of red, the warmth of brown, the creativity of coloured aggregates, or even custom colour mixing, there is a tarmac driveway solution to suit your aesthetic preferences and enhance the overall look of your property. Consult with a professional tarmac contractor to explore the colour options available in your area and transform your driveway into a personalized and visually striking feature.

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Recent Customer Reviews

We needed a garden and patio revamp and decided to contact Maughan Construction as they are a local company. Ted promptly came along to discuss our requirements and he also made some suggestions. We thanked him for the advice and quote given and asked him to leave it with us to discuss whether to accept or not.We decided to go ahead, with apprehension, as we are not very trusting of trades people and always do our own jobs as much as possible, but landscaping is not a job that we feel we can take on. Ted sensed our apprehension and reassured us many times that he would do a good job and that we could trust him.Before the job could begin, there was a lot of left over rubble from a previous attempt at our garden. Ted and team promptly removed this and cleared the garden before commencing work. As the garden slopes, we needed several steps down to the shed area. The steps needed to be wide and shallow. Ted made sure that they were done to our requirement and kept checking with us that all was ok.We already had an unfinished area boxed in by sleepers. These were made to look good, level and as straight as possible. They added coloured gravel and made a beautiful feature of this section of garden which, honestly , we had no idea what to do with. They paved our patio, sides and front of house, replaced all man holes and made good any areas which needed attention at no extra cost.The next section of garden was a grassed area. Ted advised that he would prepare and top soil the area ready for the new turf which we could simply do ourselves. However, he would not leave an unfinished area and did the grass turf on our behalf again at no extra cost. He constantly checked with us to make sure that he was doing what we requested and met all our requirements.Ted and his team are quick (2 days), efficient, very clean, tidy and considerate. Ted was the first to arrive very early each morning and the last to leave at the end of the day. He made sure that everywhere was clean and tidy and to his satisfaction before leaving. Ted's aim was to make us happy and we can honestly say that he succeeded with the beautiful job that he did along with his team. Ted came as a trades person but left as a friend. Thank you very much for your hard work. We are now the proud owners of a lovely garden and paved area. thanks to you and your team. We highly recommend Maughan Construction.
Colin Preston
Colin Preston
18:33 16 Jun 25
Had Ted and his team do our drive and what a great job they have done. He went above and beyond to make sure he got everything right and in the time frame that he told me it would be done by (2 Days).I would recommend him and his team to anyone that was thinking about using him.I have asked him to do the back garden later on in the year(when I saved up to pay for it.) 10 out of 10
Garry Merrill
Garry Merrill
17:47 24 May 25
Great job by Ted and his team. If you want someone who will give you good advice on how best to extend your garden, Turn up when they say they will, work hard and do it all for the price quoted this is the company for you. Amazing service and the speed they works at is unreal. Great job 💪
Louise Patullo
Louise Patullo
19:32 08 May 25
After seeing a paving job that Terry had done I asked the owner of the house who had done the drive.The owner was good enough to give me Terry's contact number.I then contacted Terry to ask for an estimate for paving for about 120sq mtrs. He arranged to meet me on Sat morning, he arrived at the appointment at the time arranged so that was the first good point.We sorted out what I required and agreed he should start on the following Tuesday ( yesterday).He arrived as planned with his gang of very efficient and plesent workers and in two days completed the work to a very high standard of which we are very satisfied with.I now have the drive I wanted, in record time with the area cleaned up with not a bit of mess left.Would highly recommend Terry and have awarded him 5 stars which I do with confidence.
john Royle
john Royle
16:17 30 Apr 25
I was impressed by how efficiently Ted and his team worked on my project. They were ready to start at 7:30 am and completed everything by the end of the day, just as promised.What struck me most was that they maintained a clean work area, tidying up as they went along. The road and pavement were always free of debris, and they even laid a dust sheet on the road under the back of their lorry when unloading materials.From the photos, you can see the attention to detail in the lines, levels, and cuts. I briefly spoke with the workers, and they were very polite.Of all the driveway contractors in Stoke, I made the right decision by contracting these guys. I would highly recommend them and will work with them again for future projects.
Craig
Craig
14:11 11 Apr 25
I always get stressed about having work done but I decided to contact Ted after seeing the quality of work he and his team had carried out on a neighbour’s drive and hearing how happy they had been with the way everyone had worked.The fencing I needed doing was a difficult job and it was important that it was finished quickly to ensure the garden and driveway were safe for mine and my neighbour’s dogsTed visited three times before starting the work to ensure that I was happy with what was being done, always phoning before hand so I wasn’t left waiting.On the first day, Ted and his team turned up on time and worked over 11 hours straight through. Everyone was friendly and professional and couldn’t do enough to help, making sure that everywhere was clean and tidy and that I was happy with everything.It’s the little things that make the difference like ensuring my neighbours were happy, that their drive was cleaned and that their side of the fence was neat and tidy and finished with gravel as well.The work was completed in two days and Ted even stayed after the work was completed to ensure the skip was removed and the driveway cleaned.I have never known a team with such a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Emma B
Emma B
07:10 11 Apr 25
Another fantastic job by Ted and his team. Always punctual, polite and courteous. They provided an exceptional service from start to finish and nothing was too much trouble. The team were extremely hard working and efficient and left no detail untouched. Ted went above and beyond to ensure that we were happy with their work every step of the way. Would definitely use Maughan Construction again due to their high standard of work and professionalism. We would highly recommend them to anyone. Thank you Ted & team!
Katie Williams
Katie Williams
17:34 26 Mar 25
We would definitely recommend Ted and team. Very prompt service. Did an amazing job giving us a driveway to be proud of. All the team were polite friendly and hard working. Ted made sure we were happy with all aspects constantly. All finishing touches done with precision. Very pleased with the result.
Julie Birch
Julie Birch
11:44 26 Mar 25
A decision to have a new driveway installed is not a one to be made lightly. Add on a new pathway with a patio in the back garden and the decision becomes one of how best to present your property to the world for, likely, the next twenty years. How to ensure you get that wow factor, that pride when people turn up at your door, and that desire to dust off the barbeque just to have an excuse to spend time outside?Turns out it’s a pretty easy decision to make after all, just ask Maughan to make your driveway dreams come true! With Maughan you get the full package from start to finish, satisfaction guaranteed.In a matter of hours after our initial tentative enquiry, the irrepressible Ted arrived and took us from clueless to confident. We quickly understood the full picture of what materials would work best, what designs would best show off our property and how the whole process would work. We were given a guaranteed price and a firm start and finish date.Now, just one week later, we have a paved garden, patio and driveway that is the envy of the street. What we got from Maughan was a good price, a friendly hard working team, exactly what was promised and exactly what we wanted. At every stage of the installation we were kept up to speed on what was happening and why. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.When Kubla Kahn decreed his stately pleasure dome be built in Xanadu, he definitely should have asked Ted and his team to pave the driveway.
Cathy Richards
Cathy Richards
12:18 23 Mar 25
Ted was very professional from the outset in providing an estimate and valuation of the works. He and his team were very diligent and very hard working through out the works . Everything was very well planned to which the works ran very smoothly. Ted and his team were also very clean throughout the duration of the works. The standard of the completed new drive way was excellent. We would highly recommend Maughan Construction.
Sarah Dickson
Sarah Dickson
19:41 18 Mar 25
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