Why is sand put on new asphalt?

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Why is sand put on new asphalt?

2007-10-20 09:16:36 · 2 answers · asked by M R 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs

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The liquid tar comes to the surface and your tires will splash it onto your paint. (It comes off with "WD-40") A layer of sand absorbes the tar that oozes out until it dries in a day or two! Also it improves traction until the tar dries to a firm texture.

2007-10-20 10:20:53 · answer #1 · answered by Dennis in Central Florida 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋

Because it is sticky and gets on your tires, and flies up on your car. Makes a mess. Plus it can easily be torn if tires skid on it before it sets up.

2007-10-20 09:21:23 · answer #2 · answered by Joan H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋