Saturday, December 19, 2009

Elastomeric Roof Coatings proofs to be best water resistant coatings

EPDM Coatings http://www.epdmcoatings.com always gives solution for roof repairing project satisfying the needs of the customers with contingent services. When the time comes for first full maintenance of your punctured roofs, liquid rubber waterproofing can be easily refurbished usually by the application of an additional coat. Through development and improvements of the systems through the years, EPDM coatings have been designed to withstand the toughest climatic conditions and are compatible with the majority of roofs either its residential roof or RV roofs.

The primary advantages of epdm roof coatings are their economical, proven performance life, and ease of use. Roof coatings are generally one-component products that can be applied directly from the container. Today’s coatings are versatile and applicator friendly. Non-flammable products are also available.

An elastomeric coating is roofing applied in a viscous state. It has elastic properties, and can stretch in the summertime heat and then return to their original shape without damage. Elastomeric coatings usually contain polymeric materials, such as acrylic, and a white pigment, such as titanium dioxide, to make them opaque and reflective. An elastomeric coating is usually applied thicker than paint.

These rubber coatings are designed by the keen research from the top roofers to give maximum benefit of waterproofing. An elastomeric coating can be used on virtually any substrate including asphalt built-up roofing, concrete roofing, metal roofing, modified bitumen roofing, polyurethane foam roofing and single ply roofing.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Used OF Liquid Rubber

Liquid Rubber is a unique product that has a successful track record in the world market for over 20 years. It is the only LIQUID EPDM in the world. Liquid rubber has a resistance for the extremes of temperature.

Environmental - landfills, erosion control, methane gas barriers and linings.
Civil work - tunnels, bridges, dams and reservoirs.
Building industry - commercial & residential, between slab, basement wall, tanking, foundation, roofing, planter boxes, internal wet areas, balconies, terraces.
Industrial - acid pits, wash bays and secondary liners.
Agriculture - rural dams, irrigation channels, viaducts and levees.
Sewage - pipe re-lining, water treatment plants.
Protective - shipping containers & other aggressive situations.
Automotive - corrosion, underside and other areas of vehicles to control noise and vibration.
Anti-abrasive - augers, silos, piping, pilings and pylons.
Vapor & Termite Barriers - hosuing and other slab underlay.
Roofing - new and retrofit construction.
Mining underground - rock seam stabilization, controlling seepage and gas emissions in shafts.
Mining open cut - hepa leach pads, tailing ponds.

Friday, October 30, 2009

Roofing Fabric

Beside Liquid Roof and Liquid Rubber there are other products that can be used for Roof Leaks Sealing on of them is Roofing Fabric. PolyScrim Roofing Fabric is a polyester roofing fabric used to reinforce roof coatings in high-stress areas and other roof repair applications.

BASIC USES
To reinforce roof coatings on joints, flashings, roof penetrations, roof ductwork, parapet walls, skylights, or along the seams in metal roofing. Used to prevent coating damage in high stress and high shear areas. Used on all our reinforced roof coating specifications.

ADVANTAGES
• High Tensile Strength
• Dimensionally stable. Even when wet.
• Good resistance to splitting and cracking.
• Excellent conformability to transitions, flashings and parapet walls.

INSTALLATION
• All surfaces to be coated must be clean, dry and free of any oil, grease or dirt.
• Any existing coating must be checked for good adhesion.
• Before application, any loosely adhered coating must be removed and bare surfaces must be prepared, cleaned and checked for compatibility.
• Apply a thin coat of PrimeLock Bonding Primer over the area and roll our the appropriate width of PolyScrim Roofing Fabric and apply another coat of PrimeLock over the fabric. PrimeLock Bonding Primer should completely saturate the fabric.
• PolyScrim Roofing Fabric should be topcoated with our elastomeric roof coatings.
• Follow our roof repair and roof restoration procedures and always perform a coating adhesion test before doing the entire roof.

AVAILABILITY & COST
PrimeLock Neoprene Primer is available directly from Fixallroof Coatings, from authorized distributors and online. Contact Fixallroof Coatings for referral to a local Sales Representative or visit our website.

Pricing information can be obtained from http://www.epdmcoatings.com Sales Representatives.

Saturday, September 19, 2009

Surface Coating Liquid Rubber

There are a number of applications for liquid rubber, ranging from injection molded toys to roof sealants. Hardware, craft, and home improvement stores carry or can order liquid rubber by request, and people who are interested in learning to work with liquid rubber can take classes which provide basic information for users.

Liquid Rubber Siding is a coating that goes on eight to 10 times thicker than regular paint. The urethane resin and acrylic resin creates a breathable coating that’s available in just about every color conceivable, so there’s sure to be something that matches your home perfectly. Not only does Liquid Rubber Siding beautify the home, but the unique three-step process also insulates, making your home more energy-efficient in summer or winter.

What types of surfaces are suitable for Liquid Rubber Coating? The answer is pretty much limitless, and includes all wood substrates, masonite, brick, stone, cement, cement block, stucco, and many others. It can be applied to both newly constructed homes and older structures; the product works perfectly on all homes. And it’s appropriate for projects of all sizes — in fact, Liquid Rubber Siding has even been used on Radisson hotels!

Well it is really important to hire any professional for your roof or contact with any roofing company. They not only did what you want but the house will look tremendous.

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Butyl Rubber Elastomeric Caulk

Seam Stitch Butyl Rubber Elastomeric Caulk is a butyl rubber elastomeric brush grade roof sealant and caulk for all types of roofs. Butyl rubber caulk is another popular caulk alternative. It is excellent for use in gaps and cracks that are up to ¼" wide, such as those appearing on windowsills and between doors and door frames. Strong and durable, butyl rubber caulk can last up to ten years when applied correctly. It is also comes in a range of colors or you can purchase colored tints to mix with the caulk to match the color exactly to your décor. Some butyl rubber caulks can also be used to fill cracks in stone, brick, and concrete.

BASIC USES
Built Up Roofing (BUR), Concrete Roofs, Metal Roofs, Modified Bitumen, Polyurethane Foam, Single Ply Roofing (EPDM, PVC, TPO).

Caulking and sealing sheet metal fasteners, seams, laps and flashings prior to the application of roof coatings. Patching concrete, brick and masonry. Filling gaps in sidings and framed openings. Excellent roof sealant for small roof repair jobs.

ADVANTAGES
• Superior adhesion to various substrates.
• Durable vapor barrier seam sealer.
• Excellent elongation and tensile strength.
• Withstands ponding conditions in low slope roofs.
• Contains fungicides and mildewcides.
INSTALLATION
• This product is a vapor barrier and must be installed on dry substrates only. A moisture survey may be needed.
• All surfaces to be coated must be clean, dry and free of any oil, grease or dirt.
• Any existing coating must be checked for good adhesion.
• Before application, any loosely adhered coating must be removed and bare surfaces must be prepared, cleaned and checked for compatibility.
• EnergyGuard Butyl Rubber Elastomeric Caulk is ready to use. Thinning is not recommended.
• Containers should not be left open for extended periods of time.
• Follow our roof repair and roof restoration procedures and always perform a coating adhesion test before doing the entire roof.

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

Technical Aspects of EPDM (Liquid Roof and Liquid Rubber)

Elastomeric coatings are roofing applied in a viscous state. It has elastic properties, and can stretch in the summer time heat and then return to their original shape without damage.
Elastomeric coatings usually contain polymeric materials, such as acrylic, and a white pigment, such as titanium dioxide, to make them opaque and reflective. An elastomeric coating is applied thicker than paint. An elastomeric coating can be used on virtually any substrate including asphalt built-up roofing, concrete roofing, metal roofing, modified bitumen roofing, polyurethane foam roofing and single ply roofing.

Liquid Roof and Liquid Rubber need temperatures above 55 degrees to cure. The temps can go below 55 but the product will not begin curing again until the temp's go above 55 degrees.

Chemical Resistance-Cured EPDM rubber is resistant to acids, alkalis and polar solvents Cure system-Two-component Peroxide initiated Heat Resistance 302 degrees F (150 degrees C)

Physical Properties:
The physical properties of Liquid EPDM Liquid Rubber(R) are typical of its EPDM chemistry. The outstanding characteristics include:

1. Extreme high resistance to penetration of water, Ultra Violet and Ozone stable, excellent long term aging properties.
2. Very broad temperature tolerance range (from 300 degrees F to minus 62 degrees F). Acid and alkali resistant Withstands ponding water even when not cured

Spreading Rate:
A 20 mil dry film will result when liquid is applied at the rate of 42 sq. ft per gallon on a smooth surface.
A rate of 45 sq. ft allows for average roughness.
Weight/gallon 8 pounds (mixed)
Tensile 680 psi
Elongation 180-200%
Brittle Point -62 degrees F

Cure Mechanism: This rate is determined by temperature and the availability of oxygen. Oxygen is necessary to activate the catalyst, which promotes peroxide decomposition at lower temperatures. The cure mechanism in EPDM Liquid Rubber will vary from active to inactive determined by temperature. Broad day-night temperature swings in spring and fall will not compromise the final physical properties of the EPDM Liquid Rubber membrane.

Technical Properties of EPDM

Polymer Properties
1. Specific Gravity 0.87
2. ColorAvailable white or black

Vulcanizate Properties
1. Hardness, Durometer 30A to 90A
2. Tensile Strength, Mpa (psi)6.9 to 20.7 (1000-3000)
3. Elongation, %100-600
4. Compression Set B, %20-60 *
5. Useful Temperature Range-50 to 150ºC (-60 to 300ºF)
6. Brittle Point-50ºC (-60ºF) **
7. Volume Resistivity, ohm-cm1016 to 1017
8. Dielectric Strength,v/mil500-1000
9. Dielectric Constant2.2 to 3.0
10. Tear Resistance Fair to Good
11. Abrasion Resistance Good to Excellent
12. Resilience Fair to Good
13. Adhesion to MetalFair

Environmental Resistances
Ozone - Excellent
Oxygen - Excellent
Oils and Gasoline - Poor
Water - Excellent
Steam - Excellent
Oxygenated Solvents - Good to Excellent
Halogenated Solvents - Fair to Poor
Phosphate Fluids - Good to Excellent
Alkali's - Good to Excellent
Acids, Dilute - Excellent
Acids, Concentrated - Good to Excellent
Electrical Properties - Excellent

Features
Advantages Electrical Properties
Low Temperature Flexibility
Resistance to Weathering, Water, Steam, Heat
Cost
Limitations
Hydrocarbon resistance
Temperature above 177ºC (350ºF)
Flame Resistance

Since EPDM Liquid Rubber Coatings cures by chemical reaction, a single heavy application will be preferable to multiple thin coats. A second coat will bond to a previous film but that bond will not be as strong as the internal bond within each layer. If a second coat is applied before the first has thoroughly cured, some wrinkling may result as the first coat absorbs solvent and swells. This will, however, recover as the solvent evaporates. It is generally recommended that only a single coat be applied over non-porous surfaces, the thickness of which can be varied as desired. Thicker films will take longer to cure through. Asphalt coatings and asphalt built-up roofs are considered unstable substrates and therefore, not recommended for coating directly with Liquid Rubber EPDM. EPDM COATINGS do carry a specific elastomeric which with a two coat application gives you a 10 year warranty.
Liquid Rubber is designed to recoat structurally sound existing roof and protective materials. They are also best for RV Roof Repair. They should not be used in place of roofing membranes”.

The following are recommended substrates to coat:

• Metal – Coated or Galvanized Steel
o Weathered Aluminum
o Weathered Copper
• EPDM Rubber membrane
• Concrete (except foot traffic surfaces)
• Urethane Foam
• Primed Wood
• Fiberglass
• PVC Sheet and Pipe
• Acrylic Sheet
• Sponge Rubber insulation
Do Not use Liquid Roof or Liquid Rubber on the following substrates:
• Built up asphalt roofs
• Asphalt shingles
• Modified asphalt roll roofing
• Stainless steel
• Glass
• Silicone caulk
• Foot traffic surfaces
• Hypalon Membrane

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Liquid Rubber Coatings For Roof Repair

Liquid Rubber is a unique product that has a successful track record in the world market for over 20 years. It is the only LIQUID EPDM in the world. Liquid rubber has a resistance for the extremes of temperature.

Liquid Rubber coating has 300% elasticity. Liquid Rubber forms a waterproof and seamless coating immediately when applied. It will even standup to a light shower even when the material is still drying. Liquid Rubber retains its specifications even in extreme temperatures. Liquid Rubber will take temperatures from -60 to 300 degrees. It is resistant to UV and Ozone, can be used with full confidence on places that are exposed to constant sunlight. Liquid roof features very high flexibility and crack-bridging ability.
Liquid Rubber is a high performance emulsion to seal roof leaks. Both components of liquid rubber are waterborne & applied using a specifically designed delivery system to create a seamless membrane.
Liquid Rubber is a protective coating. Liquid Rubber is based on environment friendly, reliable and durable high quality materials.

Difference Between Liquid EPDM and other Materials
• Identical to sheet EPDM but a liquid
• Easy Application
• Goes on virtually all surfaces
• Can be applied 6 times thicker than the standard elastomeric
• Single coat application
• Forms a seamless membrane
• Takes Temperatures from -40 to 300F

Features and Benefits of Liquid Rubber
• Easy to apply single coat system
• Instant set - Reduces project time
• Spray, Brush or Roller applied
• Easy to apply single coat system
• Water based – No harmful vapour
• Extremely flexible – Allows for substrate movement
• Odourless
• Seamless – No laps or joints
• High puncture resistance
• Strongly bonded to substrate
• Allows freedom of architectural design

Liquid Roof Application
• Roof & wet area waterproofing & re-fit construction
• Damp proofing
• Concrete & metal protection
• Corrosion control
• Retaining walls, planter boxes, between slab, tanking & foundation protection

Uses of Liquid Rubber
Liquid Rubber provides an easy to apply seamless waterproof membrane that meets the ever increasing requirements of environmental and health and safety considerations."
Liquid Rubber was developed to address the recurring problems encountered by roof leaks. Our products are state of the art, with respect to today's environmental concerns and safe working practices.
Liquid Rubber may be applied on rv roof, roof decks, metal roofs, gutters, structural steel, air conditioner enclosures, cooling towers, galvanized steel, unit heater flues, smoke stacks and chimneys, fiberglass and non porous masonry surfaces. Liquid Rubber is excellent for wood, canvas, cement, or metal roof repair over large surface areas.

Friday, May 1, 2009

Rubber Roofing Materials

The advantages of rubber roofing are many. Rubber roofs are durable, energy efficient and environmentally friendly (they are often made of recycled materials). Another advantage of rubber roofs particularly liquid rubber and liquid roof, one that often tilts the scale in their favor, is that they require low maintenance, unlike wooden materials for example. But some differences exist between the two types of rubber roofs, with each having its own advantages. When installing a rubber roof one should take into consideration the two options – a whole roof system or shingles. An entire roof covered with a large rolled rubber roofing piece is ideal for preventing any leakage whatsoever, as they have no seams in them. This may be a slightly more expensive option, but a wise decision for flat roof homeowners especially. Liquid Rubber roof shingles are authentic looking shingles that have all the advantages the rubber material provides, and are even lighter, making it easier to install. Regarding Rubber Roof Repairs The benefits of rubber roofing do not end there, as even if they do require repair some time after installing them, rubber roofs are easy to fix. Especially if rubber roof shingles are involved, but also in the case of a whole roof system, rubber may tear or even fall off. In such a case, the homeowner can easily repair the roof with spare pieces or special tape or liquid that dries into rubber-like material. Such liquid roof sealant can be applied to the entire roof upon installation to prevent any such damage in the long run. Rubber Roofing Services If your roof is flat or you wish to enjoy the benefits of the rubber material with an authentic shingles style, then fill out the form on this page and we will have our rubber roof experts contact you and answer any of your questions, or simply follow your order to install a rubber roofing system.

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Home Prevention

Owing house always give pleasure and comes with several advantages. Aside from this wonderful feeling of having a house you don’t need to worry about paying the rent and you are free to do as you please with it. Well it is very important to main the original look of your house, this will require your time and a bit of money. A lot of beautiful homes have been lost after incurring irreparable damage due to neglect. The more common forms of time-related problems are issues with the roof, plumbing and cracks in the walls. There usually come out roof leaks and wall cracks, due to storms, earth quacks, rain etc. For preventing from these roof leaks you need to examine your roof after every season. If you find any type of crack or leak you can use roof repairing products like liquid roof and liquid rubber. You can use a single coat of liquid rubber through spray, brush or roller and it’s a water proof membrane that is most effective for the rainy seasons. It will retain walls, planter boxes, between slab, tanking & foundation protection. The first step in repairing cracks in walls of plaster is clearing them up and making sure dust and loose chunks of plaster are cleaned out. Then you can use any wall cracks repairing product. So this type of small repair can make your house stand long and will not result to a BIG maintenance.