https://somersetdaily.co.uk/tags/bitumen/Recent content in bitumen on Somerset DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usMon, 20 Apr 2026 04:28:00 +0000https://somersetdaily.co.uk/full-list-of-97-somerset-roads-receiving-surface-dressing-this-summer/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:28:00 +0000https://somersetdaily.co.uk/full-list-of-97-somerset-roads-receiving-surface-dressing-this-summer/Somerset Council is set to surface dress nearly 100 roads across the county this summer as part of its ongoing highways maintenance programme. This essential work will help prevent further road damage, enhance driver safety, and improve traction. Surface dressing is a widely used maintenance method that seals the road surface, increases skid resistance, and prevents water from seeping underneath — a key factor in reducing pothole formation. The process involves applying a layer of bitumen followed by stone chippings, which are then rolled to create a durable surface.