Tar & Chip Surfacing Specialists

Tar & Chip Surfacing Across the South East

Professional tar and chip surfacing for driveways, private roads, country property entrances, estate access and larger surfaced areas across Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Kent, West Sussex, East Sussex and London.

✓ Street Works Qualified / SWQR Registered
✓ Full Public Liability Insurance
✓ Free Site Surveys
✓ Domestic & Commercial Work

Professional Tar & Chip Surfacing

Tar and chip combines a bituminous binder with selected stone aggregate to create a durable, textured surface with a more natural appearance than conventional black tarmac.

It is particularly popular for longer driveways, country properties, private roads, estate entrances and larger access areas where the appearance of natural stone is preferred.

TAR Surfacing Ltd provides tar and chip surfacing across the South East, with free site surveys available to assess the existing base, drainage, traffic requirements and overall suitability of the site.

The underlying construction is important. Tar and chip works best where there is a suitable stable surface beneath, so we assess each project before recommending the appropriate preparation.

Tar and chip driveway and private road surfacing
Natural Stone Finish Driveways • Private Roads • Estate Access
01 Driveways

Natural-looking surfacing for larger residential driveways and entrances.

02 Private Roads

Durable treatment for suitable private roads, lanes and access routes.

03 Estate Entrances

Traditional-looking surfacing for country properties and estate access.

04 Larger Areas

Practical surfacing for suitable larger entrances and parking areas.

How Tar & Chip Surfacing Works

The condition of the existing surface is assessed first so that the correct preparation can be carried out before the new finish is applied.

01

Prepare the Surface

The existing area is assessed and prepared to provide a stable, suitable base for the new tar and chip finish.

02

Apply the Binder

A bituminous binder is evenly applied to the prepared surface to create the bonding layer.

03

Apply the Stone

Selected aggregate is spread and rolled into the binder to create the distinctive textured tar and chip surface.

Why Choose Tar & Chip?

Tar and chip is particularly attractive where a natural-looking surface, good grip and practical coverage of a larger area are priorities.

✓Natural textured appearance
✓Choice of stone finishes
✓Good surface grip
✓Suitable for larger areas
✓Country property appeal
✓Private road applications
✓Long driveway suitability
✓Free site surveys

Tar & Chip for Rural & Larger Properties

Tar and chip is especially well suited to properties where a standard smooth black tarmac finish may look too urban or uniform.

Long entrances, country houses, private lanes and estate-style driveways can benefit from the natural appearance provided by exposed stone aggregate while still creating a practical vehicle surface.

We assess the base, drainage and expected vehicle use before confirming whether tar and chip is appropriate for the project.

✓Long private driveways
✓Country properties
✓Estate entrances
✓Private access roads
✓Rural lanes
✓Larger parking areas

Tar & Chip or Tarmac?

Both can provide durable vehicle surfaces, but the appearance and type of project often determine which option is more appropriate.

Tarmac

Smooth & Uniform

Tarmac provides a smooth, consistent dark surface and is commonly chosen for residential driveways, parking areas and commercial surfacing where a clean uniform finish is preferred.

Tar & Chip

Natural & Textured

Tar and chip uses natural stone aggregate to create a textured appearance that is particularly attractive on longer driveways, country properties, estate entrances and private roads.

Tar & Chip Surfacing Across the South East

TAR Surfacing Ltd provides tar and chip surfacing for suitable driveways, private roads, estate entrances and larger access areas throughout Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Kent, West Sussex, East Sussex and London.

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Tell us about your driveway, private road, estate entrance or access surfacing project. We can assess the site and advise whether tar and chip is suitable.