Hall Brothers Blog

ONYX® Up Close

Sat, 27 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Up close and personal with ONYX®. The consistant black color of ONYX® is formulated to reduce ultraviolet damage to the pavement

The ONYX® Difference

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:00:04 GMT

A quick flyover to see the ONYX® difference - preserving this road for a fraction of the cost of overlaying asphalt.

Engineered Toughness

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:30:00 GMT

Engineered toughness, ONYX® is designed to last.

ONYX® Before/After in Cherokee County, OK

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Another before and after of ONYX® being applied to a subdivision in Cherokee County, OK, completed in October 2025. Check out more before and after pictures and what ONYX® can do for your roads at https://www.hallbros.net/onyx .

ONYX® Customer Testimonial

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 20:00:02 GMT

A great customer testimonial from Bobby Whitewater, Commissioner for Cherokee County, OK District 1, about applying ONYX®.

Before/After in Cherokee County, OK

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Showing a before and after of ONYX® being applied to a subdivision in Cherokee County, OK, completed in October 2025.

National Recycling Day

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Asphalt is the most recycled material in America—100% recyclable and reusable! On National Recycling Day, Hall Brothers, Inc. is proud to do our part with sustainable paving solutions that last.

ONYX® Application in Cherokee County, OK

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 20:00:01 GMT

Applying ONYX® to subdivisions in Cherokee County, OK

Good For Us

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Hall Brothers is local, dependable, quick to fix issues, and easy to work with, ensuring jobs are done right.

Runaway Bay, Texas

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 19:00:01 GMT

This video shows the before and after of ONYX® being applied to the entrance lanes of Runaway Bay, TX, completed in August 2025.

Every Step of the Way

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Mike Craig, Public Works Administrator for Marshall County, KS, highlights how Hall Brothers has consistently delivered quality work, evolving their methods over the years and going above standard to improve results. Learn more about Onyx® and how it can benefit your roads at https://www.hallbros.net

Chip Seal

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 19:00:04 GMT

Switching from chip seal to Onyx lets Hall Brothers handle the work at the same cost, freeing the county’s entire crew for other projects.

National Manuacturing Day

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Happy National Manufacturing Day! At Hall Brothers, we’re proud to advance innovation through our ONYX manufacturing—delivering high-performance, long-lasting results you can count on. Learn more at https://www.hallbros.net/onyx

Frees Our Crew

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Switching from chip seal to Onyx lets Hall Brothers handle the work at the same cost, freeing the county’s entire crew for other projects.

Wise County, Texas

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 19:00:00 GMT

This video shows the before and after of ONYX® being applied to the Lucky Ridge Estates subdivision in Wise County, TX, completed in August 2025.

New Road Down

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 19:00:02 GMT

According to Mike Craig, Public Works Administrator, a 3-year Onyx rotation on all 53 miles in Marshall County, KS, keeps roads well-preserved, often looking brand new to residents. Learn more about Onyx® and how it can benefit your roads at https://www.hallbros.net/onyx

Made Stuff Easier

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Over the past 20 years, Hall Brothers has overlaid all 53 miles of the county’s asphalt roads at least twice and applied Onyx seal, making maintenance much easier for the crew.

Onyx® Application

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Before and after application of Onyx®. See why you should insist on Onyx® at https://www.hallbros.net/onyx

Treat Us Well

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 19:00:02 GMT

For 20 years, Hall Brothers has been reliable, honest, quick to fix any issues, and great to work with, earning ongoing business through excellent local service.

Great Relationship

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 19:00:02 GMT

Mike Craig, Public Works Administrator for Marshall County, KS, says he’s worked with Hall Brothers for 20 years, starting with overlays, then Onyx sealing, and has had a great relationship throughout.

Fresh Onyx®

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 19:00:00 GMT

A fresh Onyx® application in Ottawa County, Oklahoma.

Rich in History

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 19:00:07 GMT

Rich in History, Dedicated to Quality.

Onyx® Goes on BLACK

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Onyx® goes on BLACK so many think that it's another layer of asphalt. Not the case though, it's a preservation of the current road to make it last longer. Learn more about Onyx® and how it can benefit your roads at https://www.hallbros.net/onyx

Months of Application

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Onyx® is usually able to be applied 8 months out of the year. We just completed a project this last October in Oklahoma. We were fortunate the weather was above 50 degrees with a slight wind so that the Onyx® would dry quickly and get commuters back on the road.

Pavement Preservation Plan with Norman, Oklahoma

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 19:00:04 GMT

We've applied Onyx® with the city of Norman, OK for the past 4 years. They have a very aggressive pavement preservation plan and we are happy to help! See more about how Onyx® can help your town at https://www.hallbros.net/onyx

Keeping Good Roads GOOD

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Onyx® is great to use on already good roads to ensure it is preserved and stays a good road. Learn more at https://www.hallbros.net/onyx

Snow Testimonial

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 21:19:05 GMT

A great customer testimonial from Robert Krohn, Westmoreland, Kansas Utilities/Maintenance Supervisor, about snow on Onyx®.

Speed to Open

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 20:15:00 GMT

Depending on the temperature and conditions, Onyx® roads can be open within a day of application, sometimes even within hours. Learn more at https://www.hallbros.net/onyx

Black Shoulders

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Goes on black and stays black. States and counties use Onyx® on the shoulders of the roadway due to it's jet black color to allow better visibility of lines at night.

Preparation for Onyx®

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 19:00:04 GMT

There are multiple steps to prepare the roadway for the application of Onyx® to make sure it adheres properly.

Temperature and Rain with Onyx®

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 19:00:01 GMT

Onyx® can be applied when temperatures are at 50 degrees and rising. We will not apply if rain is in the forecast. Learn more at https://www.hallbros.net/onyx

Dry Time

Thu, 29 May 2025 19:00:00 GMT

The quick dry time of Onyx® allows drivers to be back on the road the same day.

National Road Trip Day

Fri, 23 May 2025 19:00:00 GMT

The best road trips start with great roads! As you hit the highway in search of adventure, take a moment to appreciate the smooth, well-paved paths that make the journey just as enjoyable as the destination. At Hall Brothers Inc., we take pride in building and maintaining the roads that keep your travels safe and seamless.

Fraction of the Cost

Thu, 22 May 2025 19:00:01 GMT

Onyx® will preserve a road at a fraction of the cost of an overlay of asphalt.

Asphalt Day

Thu, 15 May 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Happy Asphalt Day from Hall Brothers Inc.! Asphalt keeps America moving—strong, smooth, and 100% recyclable! We’re proud to pave the way with safer, better roads every day. Need expert paving solutions? Contact us today! https://www.hallbros.net/contact

Iowa Park, Texas

Thu, 08 May 2025 19:00:00 GMT

The town of Iowa Park, TX was able to purchase their own distributor. This season they were able to use their own crew and equipment to apply the Onyx® we supplied them with. Learn more about owning your own distributor at https://www.hallbros.net/agency-applied or contact us at https://www.hallbros.net/contact

State Onyx® Manufacturing

Thu, 01 May 2025 19:00:01 GMT

We have multiple locations that we manufacture Onyx® at. Learn more about how to use Onyx® at https://www.hallbros.net/onyx

Watch Onyx® in Action

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Questions about which direction to go? Watch Onyx® in action at https://www.hallbros.net/videos

National Work Zone Awareness Week

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 19:45:00 GMT

Every day, road crews put in the hard work to build, repair, and maintain the roads we rely on. This National Road Work Awareness Week, let’s all do our part to keep work zones safe:

✅ Slow Down – Speeding in work zones endangers workers and drivers alike.

✅ Stay Alert – Minimize distractions and watch for lane shifts.

✅ Follow Signs – Traffic patterns change quickly in work zones—pay attention!

✅ Be Patient – Roadwork means better, safer roads ahead!

At Hall Brothers Inc., we’re committed to paving the way to safer, smoother roads. Let’s work together to ensure every worker gets home safely.

Onyx® Application Methods

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 19:00:00 GMT

There are two different application methods for Onyx®. Spray or Scrub - same Onyx® product - different processes dependant on your needs. Contact us at https://www.hallbros.net/contact to learn more!

Population Size

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 19:00:00 GMT

There is still a need to preserve your roads no matter the population of your town. Learn more about us at https://www.hallbros.net/team

Free Advice

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 19:00:00 GMT

If our products are not right for you, we'll let you know. We want the best for your roads as well. Learn more about the services we provide at https://www.hallbros.net/services

Onyx® Frictional Mastic Surface Treatment

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Another before and after side by side view of the difference a frictional mastic surface treatment on your roads can make. Learn more at https://www.hallbros.net/onyx

Agency Applied Onyx®

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Invest in Onyx® by purchasing your own distributor and use your municipality's labor to apply Onyx® on your own timetable. Learn more about Agency Applied Onyx® at https://www.hallbros.net/agency-applied

Contractor Applied Onyx®

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 19:00:00 GMT

We have a partner contractor in certain states to apply Onyx® with their distributor trucks. Learn more about Contractor Applied Onyx® at https://www.hallbros.net/contractor-applied

Where Onyx® is Made

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Hall Brothers has four different plants that exclusively manufacture Onyx®. See these locations at https://www.hallbros.net/contact

Why You Should Insist on Onyx®

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Onyx® has been engineered to develop early strength, minimizing the often unseen cost of downtime with faster application and return to traffic.

Over 100 Years in Business

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:00:00 GMT

We want to earn your business and keep the relationship going year after year. That is how we've kept in business for over 100 years.

Texas Customer Testimonial

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Recent customer testimonial from Mike McCarty, Public Works Director in Iowa Park, TX. Mike talks about their first season self-applying Onyx®.

The Onyx® Process

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Onyx® is designed to protect your investment, minimize future maintenance treatments, and get trafﬁc back on your pavement more quickly.

Kansas Day

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Today we celebrate Kansas Day. Marysville, KS is the home of our main office and the heart of Hall Brothers, Inc.

Careers at Hall Brothers

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 20:00:00 GMT

We are always looking for great team members. If you are interested or know someone interested, apply at https://www.hallbros.net/join-the-team

See the Onyx® Difference

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Quick and tough, Onyx® frictional mastic surface treatment combines the durability you want from a pavement maintenance application with frictional characteristics achieved from improving micro texture on the pavement surface.

What Is Onyx®

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Andy talks about why you could use Onyx® on your roads. Learn more at www.hallbros.net

Paving

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:08:12 GMT

Hall Brothers has been in the road construction business for over 100 years, family owned and operated. Learn more at www.hallbros.net