List of Tarred Roads in Namibia

What are Tarred Road?

A tarred road or roof has a surface of tar. The side tracks off the tarred road were rutted and uneven.

Here are some of the Tarred Roads in Namibia

 Bitumen road

Gravel road

Earth-graded road.

 Salt road.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is tarred road called in Namibia?

Tarmac is the generic name given to road surfacing materials, which is comprised of tar-like materials mixed with mineral aggregates like Portland cement, sand, gravel or concrete. However, the word ‘tar’ is used to describe a number of distinct substances that aren’t actually tar.

What happens when a person is tarred and feathered in Namibia?

The most common injuries from the tarring and feathering itself were indeed burns and blisters. Because tarring and feathering was a punishment most often handed down by angry mobs, which aren’t exactly known for their restraint, individuals subjected to the punishment were also sometimes severely beaten.

Is tar used for roads in Namibia?

Tar bitumens are increasingly being used as a binder in road works. … Tar bitumens are classifiable as the pyrolysis products of organic materials and are applied hot. Depending on the temperature used there are emissions of various intensities of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH), some of which are carcinogenic.

What is tar used for in Namibia?

It is used as a base for coatings and paint, in roofing and paving, and as a binder in asphalt products. Both coal tar and coal-tar pitch contain many chemical compounds, including carcinogens such as benzene.

Why is tar so sticky?

Asphalt is predominantly long chain hydrocarbons. These molecules have strong van-der-waal forces between themselves, and other molecules can easily be wrapped up in them or interact themselves in the van-der-waals force.

How is tar laid in Namibia?

Essentially, laying a tarmac driveway involves excavating the area to create a solid base, laying edging stones or kerbs, installing a compacted sub base of aggregate, laying a compacted binder course and then finishing of by laying a top coat or wearing coat that is also compacted down.

Are cement roads better than tar roads in Namibia?

Concrete roads are more durable than asphalt roads. Moreover, it takes less time to lay an asphalt road than a concrete road. With regards to safety, asphalt roads provide better safety for vehicles. When compared to concrete roads, asphalt roads have better skid resistance and provide good traction.

How do you harden tar in Namibia?

Plug the hair dryer into the extension cord. Operate the hair dryer in a sweeping motion. Blow hot air over the patch until you cannot easily press into the material. Keep blowing as long as it takes to harden the patch, since it is mostly the air flow that cures it faster.

How do I get out of tar in Namibia?

Place ice cubes into a plastic bag, then place the bag on the stain to harden the tar. When the tar is hardened, use a dull kitchen knife or the edge of a credit card to scrape away as much of the solid tar pieces as possible.

How long does it take tar to set in Namibia?

First of all, there is often confusion between “curing” and “drying.” Asphalt takes six to twelve months to fully cure, and remains a little more susceptible to damage for that time. However, it takes 48 to 72 hours to “dry” enough for foot and vehicle traffic. This is for new asphalt.

Can you touch tar?

You can actually touch the ‘tar’ at the La Brea Tar Pits. And don’t worry- You won’t get stuck! You’ll find tiny puddles of asphalt all over the park grounds, mostly around the pond. It’s really fun to see what it feels like.

Can I paint over roofing tar in Namibia?

As long as the tar is well adhered you shouldn’t have any issues painting it. You need to use latex primer as an oil base primer will soften up the tar making it bleed thru the primer. You can paint over them, but check with the person who applied the coating first to be sure.

What is the source of tar in Namibia?

Tar can be produced from coal, wood, petroleum, or peat. Mineral products resembling tar can be produced from fossil hydrocarbons, such as petroleum. Coal tar is produced from coal as a byproduct of coke production.

Can tar dry up?

While this varies wildly depending on your current weather conditions it is recommended that you leave the tar for a number of days for the tar to completely cure and dry without being disturbed. A new asphalt driveway needs six to 12 months — depending on weather conditions to fully harden and cure.

Can tar be made naturally in Namibia?

It is a natural substance, oozing out of the ground in places like the La Brea tar pits. Usually it is made by heating coal inside a chemical apparatus. Most tar is produced from coal as a byproduct of coke production, but it can also be produced from petroleum, peat or wood.

Is tar toxic to humans in Namibia?

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has determined that coal tar is carcinogenic to humans and that creosote is probably carcinogenic to humans. EPA has also determined that coal tar creosote is a probable human carcinogen.