Types of Fort Worth, TX Commercial Roof Coating

If you have a flat roof installed at your property in Dallas TX or are a property manager, then you must come across the constant threat of leaks and damages. If you opt for Fort Worth, TX, commercial roof coating you can rest assured that your roof system is effectively protected for a good many years. Fort Worth, TX, commercial roof coating provides additional protection and also lowers energy costs. It prevents the need to replace the roof due to damages. A whole range of coating options is available as coating options have increased over the last many years.
Since there are so many Fort Worth, TX, commercial roof coating options available, it has become more complicated to decide which to choose. The following are the four most commonly used Dallas Fort Worth, TX, commercial roof coating options:

Acrylic

Acrylic coatings do not need any additional mixing of components as they are single component coatings of a water-based nature. The benefits of using water-based coatings are that there are low chances that the roof could catch fire and secondly there are little or no chances of toxicity hazards.
Acrylic coatings come in many different colors and you can opt for the color(s) that go with the rest of your building. The down side of using acrylic is that for proper Fort Worth, TX, commercial roof coating you will require multiple layers of acrylic coating, which have to be applied when the temperature outdoors is appropriate. This allows for proper curing.
If the coating is applied in cold weather, the roof coating will freeze. If it is applied when it is too hot, the roof coating will not be able to set correctly. Lastly, the biggest drawback of acrylic coating is that if water accumulates on the roof and remains there for over 48 hours, the acrylic roof coating will start to return to its liquid state due to re-emulsification and it loses its bonding and adhesion.

Foam

Spray Foam coatings have been available in the market since the 1960s and are a good option for single-ply roof systems or built up roofing systems (BUR systems). Benefits of spray foam coating include that they last for a very long time period and are cost-efficient as well as energy-efficient. However, one thing to be very careful about when coating the roof with spray foam coatings is that the layers have to be applied with the same thickness on the entire roof. It is best to get this done by a trained professional who has the expertise to apply the spray polyurethane foam in the correct way.

Silicone

Silicone coatings are perhaps the most commonly used Fort Worth, TX, commercial roof coating and they have been available in the market for a very long time. Because of Silicone coatings permeability, they are used to coat spray polyurethane foam (SPF) roof. Silicone roof coating is also well suited to areas where there are extreme temperatures and where there is frequent exposure to UV rays. Only two coats of silicone can be applied and once applied silicone coating provides a polished surface with a smooth look. The drawback of silicone coatings is that this type of Fort Worth, TX, commercial roof coating accumulates dust very quickly therefore they are not suited when you want your building to look good. Additionally, silicone coatings are not very resistant to scratches, so silicone coating is not recommended for areas where damages due to weather conditions are likely.

SEBS (Thermoplastic)

SEBS thermoplastic is also referred to as SEBS rubber coatings or as thermoplastic elastomers. This type of Fort Worth, TX, commercial roof coating is meant for coating metal roofs. It is very economical. SEBS rubber coatings can also be used on urethane foam, concrete, modified bitumen, all kinds of metal and also on non-plasticized single ply membranes. The permeability of SEBS thermoplastic is low, and it has high adhesion alongside being water resistant. Having low permeability means that the surface is resistant to algae and fungi and allows for increased bonding and adhesion. SEBS coatings are recommended because they provide resilient surfaces and also provide coverage over fasteners and vertical ridges. Furthermore, SEBS coatings are UV resistant and provide low permeability to moisture.
Roof coatings help keep your roof preserved and increase the average lifespan that your roof will have without needing repairs due to leaks and damages. Additionally they provide a slick look and once a roof is coated with the appropriate roof coating, the surface helps to decrease energy costs because the surface temperature of the roof decreases. Another benefit of coating your roof is that the coating seals any cracks, scratches or damages in the roof.
After deciding the type of commercial roofing coating, another important decision to make is the color of the coating. This is an important decision especially in areas with higher temperatures. The colors recommended are mostly white, black or gray because of high resistance to UV Rays. White is one of the most UV resistant as it is known to reflect more than 80% of the UV rays. However, due to the accumulation of dirt and grime, white loses some of its ability to reflect UV rays. Therefore it is important to have maintenance on an annual basis so as to have the roof cleaned and checked for any damages.
To have your roof checked today, reach out to Anderson Industrial Roofing. Anderson Industrial roofing is the best commercial roofing company in Dallas, TX. We specialize in all the above mentioned types of commercial roof coating and more. We are also renowned for repairing the roofs of commercial buildings and perform routine maintenance. We have a team of expert roofers who are good at their job, are experienced in commercial roofing and can work with all the types of Fort Worth, TX, commercial roof coating.
 

Sources:

http://www.redriverroofing.com/blog/which-flat-roof-coating-will-work-best-for-your-commercial-roof-system
http://www.centimark.com/roof-systems/coatings