Roof Coating & Systems
Home mortgages and spray polyurethane foam as of January 7, 2025
By Richard S. Duncan, PhD, PE SPFA technical consultant. The SPFA will engage in efforts to educate mortgage companies and provide resources for proper SPF application that will be crucial to maintaining the credibility and reliability of SPF insulation. The issue regarding the denial of home mortgages in the UK due to ...
Sherwin-Williams enhances Roofing Passport program, revolutionizing metal roofing estimation for contractors
The updated platform streamlines workflow, improves accuracy and boosts productivity. Sherwin-Williams Coil Coatings today announced significant enhancements to its Roofing Passport program. Since it launched in 2020, the Roofing Passport program has revolutionized the metal roofing industry with its fully automated estimation and ordering system. The latest updates further improve the ...
Metal through the eras: A building material made to last
By Metal Central. Get a glimpse at the history of metal building materials and how they have evolved into a sustainable solution for the modern age. As metal roofing has continued to gain popularity in recent years, it's important to recognize the important role the material has played throughout history. Long before ...
Unlocking the secrets of metal roof coatings
By Jesse Sanchez. Discover how advanced paint technologies are shaping the future of roofing. In a revealing episode of CoatingsCast™, host Megan Ellsworth was joined by AkzoNobel’s Amanda Paterline, commercial marketing manager, and Brad Shreve, a technical support specialist with deep expertise in polymer engineering, to discuss the science and strategy behind ...
Catching up with one of the industry’s oldest coatings associations
By Emma Peterson. As the market demand for coatings continues to rise, take a moment to hear insights from RCMA members who have been there since the beginning! In the last decade, the interest in roof coatings has accelerated rapidly across the building industries. Chris Huettig, the current president of ...
Putting the spotlight on single-ply
By Emma Peterson. This upcoming webinar is a great opportunity to learn best practices for working with PVC, TPO or EPDM roof membranes. Single-ply roofing, whether that’s PVC, TPO or EPDM, has been consistently growing in popularity over the last few decades and for good reason. These roofing membranes are lightweight and ...
Textured coatings revolutionize metal sidewalls
By Jesse Sanchez. Innovative finishes offer durability and aesthetic appeal for modern architecture. In a compelling discussion on CoatingsCast™, host Megan Ellsworth sits down with AkzoNobel's Amanda Paterline to explore the transformative role of textured coatings in sidewall applications. As architects and builders push for design elements that combine beauty with practicality, ...
Tackling roof challenges with specialty coatings
By Jesse Sanchez. Innovative solutions redefine roof restoration and waterproofing efficiency. In this episode of CoatingsCast, hosted by Karen Edwards, Rick Murphy from Everest Systems discusses the company’s cutting-edge specialty products designed to address complex roofing challenges. Rick, a seasoned contractor turned technical support and specifications director, offers insight into how Everest ...
Upholding top-tier silicone standards
By Progressive Materials. Ensuring top-tier silicone roofing, takes quality control to new heights with rigorous testing and a commitment to excellence in every batch. At Progressive Materials (PM), quality control isn’t just a department; it’s a company-wide commitment. From meticulous ingredient checks to rigorous testing, every batch of silicone roofing is held ...
Conquer the cold: Tips for winter spray foam application
By Dani Sheehan. Discover how to tackle inclement weather challenges and achieve durable spray foam roofing with expert tips for cold-weather applications. Spray foam roofing offers a versatile and durable solution for commercial roofing systems. While spray foam can generally be applied most of the year, there may be some climates where ...
