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Flat roof coatings are available in a variety of types these days. Homeowners no longer need to use tar with toxic fumes to seal their flat roofs<\/a>. Rubber and PVC coatings are newer products you can use to seal your roof<\/a> from the elements. The type of coating you choose for your roof will depend on your roof\u2019s existing condition and the kind of coating already on your roof. Here are some of the best coatings for flat roofs today.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t Acrylic coatings use water-based materials and don\u2019t have any complex components in the mixing process. This simplicity creates better safety since acrylic is not a flammable material. Acrylic coatings are generally highly reflective and work well with bituminous and non-bituminous roofs.<\/p>\n The acrylic coating will need to be applied when there isn\u2019t any extreme cold or heat. If you apply acrylic in intense heat, it won\u2019t properly stick, and it may freeze under overly cold temperatures. If there is ponding water on your flat roof, it may also affect adhesion.<\/p>\n Many homeowners now prefer using silicon coating for their flat roofs because of its appealing aesthetics and solid protection from leaks. It\u2019s one of the best coatings to withstand ponding water permanently. Silicone coatings won’t chip away over time. Since its quite sustainable, you don\u2019t have to worry about replacing the coating until a decade or more. Silicone also holds up well in climates with extreme temperature fluctuations.<\/p>\n One notable downside is it has little resistance to abrasion, so it\u2019s not a good option if your roof has considerable foot traffic. It\u2019s also slippery under wet conditions.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t Urethane roof coatings are a fluid-applied roofing system. They are most commonly used in sprayed-in-place polyurethane foam insulation and other commercial roofing substrates. There is no doubt urethanes are among the strongest, most durable coatings on the market today. Moreover, you can choose between aliphatic and aromatic urethane coatings.\u00a0<\/p>\n Aliphatic urethane coatings are extremely UV stable, dirt-resistant, and hold color longer, making them perfect for a topcoat. Aromatic coatings, on the other hand, are less expensive and don\u2019t hold up well against UV rays, which is why they are often used as a base coat.\u00a0<\/p>\n Overall, urethane roof coatings adhere well to most flat roofing substrates, but they smell, have a shorter lifespan, and are relatively difficult to spray on.<\/p>\n Here at Guardian Homes<\/a> in the Pacific Northwest throughout Seattle<\/a> and Portland<\/a>, we apply high-quality flat roof coatings on any roof. Our coatings can benefit your flat roof for several years without needing re-coat every other year. Contact us<\/a> to find out more about our flat roof coatings and how to keep your flat roof in the best condition possible!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Flat Roof Coating Materials Flat roof coatings are available in a variety of types these days. Homeowners no longer need to use tar with toxic fumes to seal their flat roofs. Rubber and PVC coatings are newer products you can use to seal your roof from the elements. 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