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When you think about asphalt, you probably think about the open road. But if you’re thinking about building a shed or garage and you’re weighing your flooring options, asphalt should be on your list of options. But there’s a lot to consider. So what are the negatives and positives of asphalt, anyway? Allow us to shed light on both the negatives and positives of using asphalt flooring:

Stains

One of the positives about asphalt is that the dark color hides stains very well, unlike concrete which shows stains almost immediately. This could make a big difference to you if the area you are flooring will be used for making car repairs or working on everyday home projects.

Climate

This can be a big consideration when it comes to asphalt because of the elements that are part of its chemistry. After all, asphalt is basically just hot tar. It can handle cold-weather climates much better than hot climates. High temperatures can cause asphalt floors to bubble and crack, which can increase your need to make repairs later down the road.

Repairs

Unlike cement and other flooring types, asphalt is easy to repair. So easy, in fact, that depending on the size and type of repair most homeowners may be able to do it themselves. The price tag for asphalt flooring repairs tends to be affordable, too.

Durability

Asphalt is durable and long-lasting. It can have a lifespan of around twenty years. And once it reaches the end of its life, asphalt is 100 percent recyclable! You can’t say that about many steel shed or garage flooring options.

Appearance

Asphalt is a very sleek and tidy option for your flooring but wait … it gets better. For a long time asphalt only came in traditional black. Nowadays, you have the option of adding color to your asphalt, which can give it a very customized look.

As you can see, even the negatives of using asphalt flooring really aren’t that negative! Choose the VersaTube shed or garage that fits your needs, and consider building it on a asphalt flooring pad.