Torch Down Modified Bitumen Rubber Roofing

The membrane layers of a torch down roof are made of an asphalt compound called bitumen that is modified with either rubber or plastic.

Torch down modified bitumen rubber roofing.

These rubber roofs have evolved since their conception. The modified bitumen torch down roof below was installed by us over 14 years ago. Both epdm and modified bitumen torch down rubber membranes were making their way into the roofing industry early on. The membrane is available with a smooth surface.

This means that sbs membranes can be used in torch down roofing as well as self adhering and cold processed roofing systems. Modified bitumen torch down rubber roofs are heat welded at the seams. Rubber roofs were introduced in the late 60s in the united states. Just look at the age of the roofs and notice what type of repairs have been done.

See the steps to take on flat roof repairs for a torch down rubber membrane. While it can last up to 20 years installing torch down roofing can be a dangerous process and as such tends to cost more than traditional roofing materials. Torch down roof application. Torch down roofing consists of modified bitumen which is similar to asphalt.

Torch down roofing is a type of roofing material that has been designed for low angle or flat roofs. The mat is coated with durable app modified bitumen and is designed for torch down application by professional roofing contractors. This roof was installed by commercial roof usa over 14 years ago and as of this writing there are no signs of repair patches. Torch down roofing with modified bitumen modified bitumen mb torch down roofing membranes were first developed in europe in the mid 1960 s introduced in the u s.

This roof looks as good as it did the day it was installed. This roof is located on 819 westport rd east westport connecticut. As long as it is installed correctly bitumen prevents moisture build up without needing constant maintenance. This roof is located on 819 westport rd east westport connecticut.

The membrane is composed of various types of modifiers reinforcements and surface treatments. Ruberoid torch smooth membrane is backed by gaf a company with over 130 years in the roofing business. The main strength of this type of roofing is that it can expand and contract without melting or cracking. Coated modified bitumen rubber roof.

Sbs is a type of rubber used to create modified bitumen for torch down roofing. Sbs modified bitumen membranes are also flexible and they have a lower melting point than app membranes. Apply the bitumen by melting it over fiberglass mesh with a propane torch.