Roof Coating & Systems
Westlake Royal Building Products™ introduces roof mastic for modified asphalt underlayments
By Westlake Royal Building Products. Announcing the launch of Westlake Royal™ Roof Mastic, an advanced rubberized flashing cement designed for modified asphalt underlayments, to Florida markets. Westlake Royal Roof Mastic is formulated to provide ultimate adhesion and waterproofing to polyester-faced underlayments. It is flexible, even at low temperatures, and it will not ...
Handling hidden hail damage
By Western Colloid. Learn how to help your clients navigate the aftermath of a hailstorm and prepare for the next one. Most people know the danger of hail and the havoc it can wreak on a roof, but they often think of it only in terms of chips and ...
Your guide to successful concrete roof restorations
By Emma Peterson. Learn how to handle the unique challenges that crop up when restoring concrete roofs. About a month ago, we had the chance to sit down with James “Jamie” Atkins, assistant product manager for UNIFLEX and Kool Seal, to talk about metal roof restorations. Recently, we got to ...
How quality repair products build long-term roofing wins
By Jesse Sanchez. Smart repairs and better products mean more than a fix, they mean lasting business. Quality sealants and maintenance practices help roofing contractors not only make successful repairs, but also secure long-term relationships with building owners. In this CoatingsTalk, Megan Ellsworth talks with KARNAK’s Chris Huettig and John ...
Explore the latest in roofing innovation with SikaShield®
By Jenny Yu. A trusted brand takes roofing and waterproofing to new heights. For over 60 years, Sika Roofing & Waterproofing has worked tirelessly to produce the industry’s longest lasting PVC roofing and waterproofing membrane across the globe. From manufacturing fire and hail resistant products to producing complete roofing ...
From repairs to readiness
By Dani Sheehan. As aging roofs and rising costs drive demand for maintenance, here’s how to build a service program that’s safe, profitable and positioned for long-term growth. Roof maintenance continues to be one of the most strategic and profitable service offerings contractors can add to their business. As John ...
Fire-rated solutions for the Wildland Urban Interface
By Dani Sheehan. Learn how Pli-Dek and fire-rated systems can help you confidently tackle WUI projects. Fire seasons continue to grow more intense, and as urban development edges closer to wildlands, fire-rated solutions are essential to protecting the built environment. In a recent episode of CoatingsCast®, Megan Ellsworth sits down ...
Make the most of your silicone roof coatings
By Progressive Materials. Understand how shelf life impacts product performance and what you can do to protect your profits. Known for their durability, UV resistance and ability to withstand ponding water, silicone roof coatings offer a reliable way to extend the life of a roof without a full replacement. Whether ...
Project profile: Tesla Gigafactory Austin
By Emma Peterson. Smart SPF strategy, high-performance products and on-the-fly adaptation helped this team keep Tesla’s sprawling Austin Gigafactory watertight. There are countless contractors and installers who are getting on the roof every day to install coatings on roofs. To highlight the impressive work of this industry, the Spray Polyeurathane ...
A heavy-duty patch that performs in any weather
By Dani Sheehan. This versatile, fibered mastic gives you a reliable way to stop leaks, rain or shine. Ready Patch Fibered Sealant by Progressive Materials (PM) is a fibered mastic designed to stop leaks instantly, even during a storm or underwater. Its thick, trowel-grade consistency makes it easy to work ...
