A uniform and fully adhered liquid material that is applied
over the roofs is called roof coating. It acts as a protective covering over
the traditional roof. As a protective layers it should be manufactured in such
a way that it should be able to withstand a lot of environmental factors like
UV and infrared, temperature extremities like rain, hail and the physical
damage caused due to these factors. It also should be elastic enough to handle
contraction and expansion due to temperature variations without cracking.
Roof Coating Benefits
Roof coatings have undeniable benefits. The foremost among
them is repairing roof leaks and delaying the need for re-roofing. In addition,
the reflective nature of roof coatings generally reduces the cooling cost
because these coatings reflect the heat and sun rays, generating a cooling
effect. Roof coatings also protect the roofs from water ponding which is a
common problem faced by flat roofs.
Pros of Elastomeric Roof Coatings
Among different types of roof coatings, elastomeric roof
coatings are very versatile and can be applied to various types of roofing
systems such as single-ply, metal, asphalt, polyurethane foam or concrete roofs
(CSPE, EPDM, TPO, PVC). Elastomeric roof coating creates a seamless uniform
membrane that remains flexible even at low temperatures. In addition, its
adhesive nature provides excellent UV protection for polyurethane foam.
Elastomeric coatings can be employed both in construction phase and as well as
in the maintenance phase.
Type of Elastomeric
Roof Coatings
The major types of elastomeric roof coatings are as follows
and their usage depends upon type of material the roof is made up of.
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Butyl
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Acrylic
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Polyurethane
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Silicone
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