Asphalt lutes and rakes smooth wet asphalt before it dries, getting rid of the lumps and irregularities on the surface. These hand tools come in different designs. Some have a smooth side only, while others have two sides. Two-sided tools have a smooth end and a side that looks similar to a garden rake. Asphalt lutes and rakes have aluminum or wooden handles and weigh as little as 5 lbs.