Asphalt, as a naturally occurring material, was known to the ancient Greeks and Romans and was used as a waterproofing material from the earliest times. Only native deposits were known until late in the 19th century when it was discovered that asphalt could be recovered by distilling. By 1928, over 80% of the world's supply of asphalt was produced by petroleum refineries.
 
Hudson & Allen Studio's "ASPHALT" is an inorganic material which contains no asbestos. It comes pre-colored so that no painting is required, although you may wish to use Hudson & Allen 'MUD, "RED CLAY" or "MUCK" to weather you asphalt. To use Hudson & Allen Studio's “ASPHALT" simply mix with water to the consistency of a thick paste-like peanut butter. Trowel the paste into place on your diorama, smooth to the desired finish, and allow to dry. A small roller, like that used for wallpapering, can be helpful in achieving a nice rolled surface. If you want an older looking roadway with cracks the back label on the package of the H&A “ASPHALT” will tell you just how to achieve it.
 
Observe real roads, paying attention to the way roads are “crowned” so the water runs off. Notice how wide road shoulders are and how they are treated so that you can add this to your miniature road. You can also paint lines on your “ASPHALT” road with any commonly used hobby paint, but you will get the best “scale look” if you stick to FLAT  paints. Clear gloss can be sprayed over the “ASPHALT” to give a wet look.
 
If you are using armored vehicles in your diorama, make sure that you gouge the asphalt to simulate the significant damage that tracked vehicles do to asphalt roadways. Remember even light bulldozers and tanks leave their tread prints in asphalt roads.
Hudson & Allen Studio hopes that they have “paved the way” for you for a more enjoyable modeling experience.

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