(1). It is impervious to wet.
(2.) It is not slippery nor does it wear so.
(3.) It does not scale or flake.
(4.) It dries rapidly after rain.
(5.) Its appearance is cheerful.
(6.) Great durability, as it does not abrade.
(7.) Frost has no effect upon it.
(8.) Can be re-used when half worn.
(9.) Cleanliness; for, not being porous, no dirt or dust can adhere to it.
(10.) Vehicular traffic may be turned over it without injury to the path.