Guide to Elastomeric Roof Coatings | Tucson Rubberized Coatings
What is an elastomeric roof coating? An elastomeric roof coating is a resilient coating that is applied to a variety of roof types to protect and seal the underlying roofing material, help stop and prevent leaks, and limit future weathering. They are designed to move with your roof and be more forgiving rather than rigid, a quality that makes them particularly durable. Some cladding is also designed to cool the building. The term elastomeric comes from the elastic quality of the coating to stretch and move. Elastomeric roof coatings can be used on many types of industrial and commercial roofs, such as metal roofs, concrete, bitumen, modified bitumen or sheared roofs, EPDM roofs, or as a sealant on new puffed roofs. When to coat your roof The best value from a roof coating is when you apply it at the first sign of aging. By making the necessary repairs in advance, while installing a full protective barrier, you create your own "point in time that saves nine." Wai...