While asphalt seems like a durable surface, it is still vulnerable to the elements and damage over time. Seal coating protects asphalt from fading, water damage, cracking, and softening due to the elements and things like motor oil. Protection is one of the many benefits of Asphalt Seal Coating in NH. You can go beyond protecting your asphalt surfaces with specialty coatings like decorative or high friction coatings. The following will cover these specialty sealants.
Decorative Coatings
Color and texture are the two main focuses for decorative coatings. These seal coatings are designed to improve the aesthetics of your asphalt surface. This is used as a complement to the surrounding landscape and can be done for residential or commercial applications. These coatings also provide a skid resistant element to the sealant. The process begins with the application of an epoxy resin that is designed to bond to the asphalt surface. This is a two-part process. Once the epoxy base is applied, an aggregate like decorative stones or gravel is applied. The goal is to achieve a permanent bond with the decorative element without any loose particles. Marble, granite, gravel, bauxite, or stone can be used as the aggregate. Decorative seal coatings can also be used over wood, concrete, or metal surfaces. This seal coating is most commonly used for driveways, walkways, and patios or pool areas.
High Friction Surfaces
The benefits of using high friction surfaces on asphalt is to reduce accidental falls, tire noise reduction, and cost effectiveness. Tyregrip and High Friction Surface (HFS) are the two coating systems most used for specialty high friction Asphalt Seal Coating in NH. Tyregrip is gasoline, oil, and road salt resistant and cures in under three hours. It provides custom colors, skid resistant surfaces using a two-part binder for durability and protection. HFS is an epoxy system using automated or manual installation techniques. It is resistant to braking, oil, fuel, and de-icing solutions. HFS also comes in custom colors. Both of these high friction surface coatings are also decorative, but can be used in commercial, industrial, or residential applications.
If you want to improve the aesthetic appearance and safety of your driveway, patio area, walkways, sports surfaces, and other residential or commercial pavement, these two specialty seal coatings make the ideal solution. Asphalt Seal Coating in NH can go beyond mere protective coating. New England Seal Coating offers all types of seal coating for your paved surfaces.
