Rubber Duck, you’re the one that makes bath time so much fun, Rubber Duck, I’m falling in love with you. rubber roof. What? There’s no such thing. Yes there are. Rubber raincoats keep rain off people, rubber shoes keep feet dry and warm, why not keep water and the elements out of a house like a roof?
First it’s time to dispel a myth. It is perfectly fine to roll a rubber roof over an existing roof. After all, it saves time by removing the old roof. And in areas where the old is intact there is double protection. Wrong! Whatever the other reasons, no roofing manufacturer will honor a warranty that has not been installed on a completely clean surface. So get ready for that elimination. It’s step one.
Rubber roofs can be easy to self-install. They come in a variety of roll and shingle styles. It is an ideal material for large flat roofs that will last for years and will not crack or crack. It experiences less stress than shingles made of other materials because it expands and contracts with the roof in response to changes in weather. In fact, the first rubber roof, installed in Wisconsin in 1980, is still in pristine condition after nearly three decades of service.
The adhesive is used to bond both tile and roll rubber roofing to the roof. Make sure the surface is as clean as possible with nothing sticking out that could pierce the rubber. It must be dry and free of oil or dirt. So be sure to blow or sweep and make a mess.
When the base is clean, the rubber roofing should be spread over the area being covered and cut to fit over the vents and pipes. It is a mistake to apply adhesive before cutting and shaping it. Think about it, you will understand why. When the roof is cut and fitted, back off about halfway to apply the adhesive. Apply it evenly with a roller, then give it time to get tacky.
It will be almost impossible to lift the roof once it is stuck. So once the adhesive has set, carefully roll it into place. The first half will need to dry for about an hour before you can secure the second half.
The house or building now has a rubber roof. wow.