The real asphalt and tar difference explained

If you've ever looked at a freshly paved road and wondered what's actually under your tires, you've likely bumped into the asphalt and tar difference. It's one of those things where people tend to use the words interchangeably, but if you're a contractor or a homeowner looking to fix a driveway, using the wrong term could lead to a pretty messy misunderstanding. They might look similar—both are dark, sticky, and used in construction—but they come from different places and do very different jobs. ...

May 13, 2026 · 7 min · Obiols Kramer