Asphalt VS Bitumen
What is the Difference between Asphalt & Bitumen?
Finish
Asphalt
Smooth Finish, with a fine texture
Bitumen
Coarser finish with exposed and some loose aggregate, inferior compared to Asphalt
THICKNESS
Asphalt
Pavement thickness is 25-30mm minimum
Bitumen
Pavement is 2 coat spray sealed, thickness 10-20mm
HEAT
Asphalt
Referred to as “hotmix” as delivered at over 180°
Bitumen
‘Hot or Cold’, depending on size of job
LIFESPAN
Asphalt
Greater than 20 years
Bitumen
Average expected lifespan 5-10 years
Price
Asphalt
More expensive than bitumen
Bitumen
Less expensive than asphalt
DURABILITY
Asphalt
More durable for steep driveways & car parking
Bitumen
More prone to damage in steep driveways & car parks
FLEXIBLE
Asphalt
Less flexible in reactive soil situations
Bitumen
More flexible in highly reactive soil situations
NOISE
Asphalt
Minimum road noise, no loose stones
Bitumen
Noisy to drive on, loose stones are picked up in tyres
Additional Services
Drainage Works, Concrete Kerbing/Edging, Concrete Driveways/Crossovers, Linemarking, Profiling/Milling, Compaction, Testing, Underground Cable Locations, Traffic Control, Plant Hire (Excavator / Grader), Water Trucks
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Genuine Quote
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Communication
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Experience
Established on the Sunshine Coast for over 30 years, we come to you fully established and insured with a commitment for continual and ongoing service. -
Local
We are a family owned and operated business, we buy our products locally and our team is full of friendly locals who are ready to help you.