Frequently Asked Questions

What is Aquaphalt?

Aquaphalt is an environmentally friendly permanent repair material for asphalt and concrete road surfaces.

How Long Does Aquaphalt™ Take To Set Up?

In normal conditions Aquaphalt’s proprietary binder reacts with water within 15 minutes and roadway repairs can be opened to normal traffic upon completion of work. In fact, road traffic actually helps with final compaction of the product. Within 24 hours, the repair is completely set up and permanent.

How Long Does Aquaphalt™ Last?

Aquaphalt™ is the real permanent repair. The repair will be stronger than the surrounding material and typically outlasts the surrounding material. Existing repairs in Europe are in excess of 10 years old and still in excellent condition. A Virginia, USA DOT Field Trial patch, installed in January of 2008 in Sandstone, VA is still in excellent shape today.

How Is Aquaphalt™ “Environmentally Friendly?”

Unlike other asphalt repair products containing toxic solvents, Aquaphalt has a proprietary, plant-based binder which is completely safe to the environment and contains absolutely no VOCs. Aquaphalt is a virtual food grade product...but we advise against eating it!

What Is the optimum amount of water to be added to Aquaphalt™ to assure peak performance?

4 liters of water per bucket, but you can not overfill!

What is the coverage rate of Aquaphalt?

One 22 kg bucket of Aquaphalt will repair an 11,800 cubic centimeter pothole (153x30x3), which is a standard size pothole as determined by most USA DoT's.

Is Aquaphalt™ Approved By Any DOT's?

Yes! Aquaphalt is approved by the DOTs in the USA states of: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Puerto Rico. In the Middle East, it is approved by the Kingdom of Bahrain Ministry of Transportation and Bahrain's Roads & Project Maintenance Division

Which cold mix asphalt does Consumer Reports USA rate the highest?

Aquaphalt was rated #1!

Can I Apply A Seal Coat On Top Of Aquaphalt™?

A "Green" (no VOC content) sealer can be applied upon completion of compaction. If using a sealer that contains VOC’s, wait 24 hours for Aquaphalt™ to cure completely.

What Is The Shelf Life Of Aquaphalt™?

Aquaphalt™ reacts with water – thus will also react with moisture in the air. Therefore, shelf-life of an open container depends on how well the package is resealed and the humidity in its environment. An open container will get hard with ambient air in a matter of days; a sealed container will last 12 months, properly stored, from the date of production.

What Is In Aquaphalt™?

Aquaphalt is comprised of traditional aggregate (stone) and a proprietary, plant-based binder and vegetable oil. When the binder reacts with plain water during application, it sets up to form a permanent repair.

How Do You Install Aquaphalt™?

It is simple. First, clean any loose debris out of the damaged area. If there remains a bit of water left in the hole, do not worry, the new material will displace it and residual water will help with the reaction. Open the bucket and pour the Aquaphalt into the hole. If it is a particularly large or deep hole, compact the repair in layers of 2 inches deep until the area is full. Level the material, then pour plain water onto the entire surface of your Aquaphalt, covering your material. Lastly, compact the material well.

How Can I Become A GCC Distributor Of Aquaphalt™?

We are currently looking for exclusive distributors for each GCC country. Call us at: +973-3390 7638 or write us at sales@aquaphalt-med.com.

What Is The Warranty of Aquaphalt™?​

4 year, limited warranty in the GCC.

Does Aquaphalt™ Come In Bulk, Or Just Buckets?

Only BUCKETS. Because of Aquaphalt’s unique proprietary binder, it reacts with water to form a permanent repair, and therefore must be store in its sealed bucket until use. We are considering alternative packaging, so please talk to us about your packaging preferences.

How Is Aquaphalt™ Better Than Other Asphalt Patch Or Repair Products?

In 3 simple ways:

PERMANENCE Aquaphalt is stronger than the surrounding material, unlike conventional cold patch asphalt

products which never deliver a truly permanent repair.

COST EFFECTIVENESS Aquaphalt actually saves you time and money by eliminating costly repeat repairs.

ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY Aquaphalt contains no toxic solvents or VOCs, making it friendlier to the environment.

How Should I Store Aquaphalt™?

Store Aquaphalt in a cool, dry place and avoid freezing temperatures. Lengthy exposure to hot temperatures may cause liquid to settle at the bottom of the container. It is advisable to invert the container when carrying it to the job site (ie: you can put it in your truck upside-down). If the product freezes, allow it to thaw before use.

Why Does Aquaphalt™ Come In Different Sizes?

Aquaphalt™ is produced in a 9.0 mm size, a 6.0 mm size and a 4 mm size. The different sizes indicate the maximum aggregate size of the stone in the product. The larger size (9 mm) is best for forming base layers in holes deeper than 4 inches. The smaller sizes (06 mm and 4 mm) are best for smooth surface layers and/or for filling smaller holes.