Have you played basketball on asphalt? If you have, and you’ve fallen down, you probably got an abrasive injury to your skin. If not treated promptly and properly, these wounds can lead to serious infections. Falling on asphalt can negatively affect both the epidermis and the dermis of your skin. When these layers are injured… Read more »
Category: Asphalt cracking
Warning Signs that Indicate You Need a New Athletic Court
Outdoor athletic courts take quite a beating over time. Whether it’s from all the people’s feet using them or the harsh weather hitting them time and time again, eventually old courts wear out. What are some warning signs you need a new athletic court? Signs You Need a New Athletic Court First, have the colors… Read more »
What Makes Asphalt Crack?
Drive down most roads and you’re likely to see (and feel) all sorts of cracks. It’s a shame, because those cracks wreck havoc on vehicles and make for really bumpy rides. Most roads and driveways in the U.S. are made of asphalt and concrete. Both materials are prone to cracking for several reasons. Just like… Read more »
No match for heat
Lots of tennis facilities throughout the Northeast and New England find out during the summertime that cracks on their tennis courts seem to expand and grow. The hot heat certainly plays a role in that process. The heat expands cracks, making them bigger and more noticeable. On clay courts, if the surface isn’t watered cracks… Read more »