Roof Coating & Systems
How Building Owners Can Save Time and Money
By Topps Products. Below is a typical situation when a building owner realizes that it's time to take care of the thing he really hates to have to spend money on...new golf clubs! Just kidding, it's his roof. We're sure you've experienced this scenario. The building owner usually starts out having his ...
FM4470 Approved Coatings Offer Strong Hail Damage Repair Option
By Western Colloid. Hail damage is not predictable because it depends on so many other factors like wind speed and size of the hail, along with the condition of a roof. Although it may not be as common as snow or rain, hail is incredibly dangerous and can be far more expensive ...
Where and When You Should Use Asphalt Emulsion Roof Coating Systems
By Western Colloid. If you’re looking for a strong, waterproof and long-lasting architectural roof coating system, an asphalt emulsion based coating system is a great option. Not only will it extend the longevity of your roof, but it can also easily be applied to a number of existing roof systems. Plus, they ...
Western Colloid 3 Tips Successful Coatings Installation
October 9, 2019 Many roofing companies shy away from coatings due to the unknowns. A few have had an unpleasant experience. If you set up your project correctly you will find that the coatings side to your business can be extremely lucrative. You can provide a superior roof for your clients ...
Why Choose Silicone Roof Coatings?
By Chris Huettig, KARNAK. According to ASTM, silicone-based coatings are “among the most useful materials for a wide variety of applications.” There are many choices of roof coatings on the market today with silicone ranking as a premium option for unrivaled renewal and restoration of just about any aging flat roof. In ...
Primer 101: A Guide to Asphalt Primer
By IKO. Choosing the right primer will depend on the substrate, the weather conditions and the type of coating or membrane application. By definition, a primer comes first and serves as a base for what should follow — whether it’s attending the primary grades at the beginning of school, priming an engine ...
Fluid Applied Restoration Makes Sense. And Saves Dollars.
By Tropical Roofing Products. Restore rather than re-roof. Building Owners and Facility Managers must balance short-term budget realities with the need to maintain properties for the long term. Advancements in Fluid Applied roofing membranes can help reduce capital costs by restoring rather than replacing roofs. Roof condition, age, material type, and ...
Duro-Last®, Inc. Expands Duro-Shield™ Roof Coatings with Silicone Coating and Materials
Duro-Last, Inc. is pleased to introduce Duro-Shield Silicone Roof Coating and materials. Duro-Shield Silicone is a silicone-based roof coating that is designed to resist natural weathering while providing long-lasting watertight protection on a variety of substrates. Its brilliant white finish offers superior reflectivity and energy savings for building owners, and available ...
SOPREMA® Introduces ALSAN® Coatings, Ideal for Extending Roof Lifespans
SOPREMA, Inc., a leader in the roofing, waterproofing, wall protection and civil engineering industries, has launched a new collection of silicone and acrylic products under the brand name of ALSAN® Coatings. ALSAN Coatings are ideal for maintaining and extending the life of existing roofs by protecting them from natural weathering. The ...
RCMA Technical Director Chadwick Collins Talks Coatings with RCS
By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. Roof coatings are becoming a more popular option for building owners. Have you noticed that an increasing number of building owners are choosing roof coatings and restoration systems as a solution for their facilities? To learn more about the growing trend, I recently spoke with Chadwick ...
