https://somersetdaily.co.uk/tags/surfacedressing/Recent content in surfacedressing on Somerset DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usMon, 20 Apr 2026 04:28:00 +0000https://somersetdaily.co.uk/complete-list-of-97-somerset-roads-set-for-surface-dressing-this-summer/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:28:00 +0000https://somersetdaily.co.uk/complete-list-of-97-somerset-roads-set-for-surface-dressing-this-summer/Somerset Council is set to enhance nearly 100 roads across the county this summer through an extensive surface dressing programme. This maintenance effort aims to protect the road network, improve driving conditions, and extend the lifespan of well-maintained routes. Surface dressing is a proven technique involving the application of a bitumen layer followed by a coating of stone chippings, which is then compacted by rolling. This process seals the road surface, boosts skid resistance, and prevents water infiltration — a key factor in reducing pothole formation.https://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.