Torch Down Mat Roof
This membrane contains a core of nonwoven polyester mat that resists splits and tears.
Torch down mat roof. Ruberoid torch smooth membrane is backed by gaf a company with over 130 years in the roofing business. Choose from 8 popular colors. First you ll need to remove the old flashing with a claw hammer attach fiberglass mesh over your roof and drip edge flashing around the edges. The membrane is available with a smooth surface.
Superior modified bitumen torch applied roofing membrane for flashing new roofing re roofing repair of built up roofing membranes. 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. There are two different types of torch down roofing systems. Granule surfacing protects against weathering.
A mat of fiberglass polyester or other material is often used as a sturdy core for torch down roofing membranes. A two layer torch down roof consists of one base sheet and one smooth cap sheet. Ecotorch g granulated sbs modified torch down cap sheet membrane. 3 31 x 33 33 rolls.
Two layer and three layer torch down roof systems. Torch down roofing is a type of roofing material that has been designed for low angle or flat roofs. Torchdown is a ruberoid rubberized membrane modified with an app weatherized asphalt for waterproofing. Reinforced with polyester mat.
A three layer torch down roof features the same base and cap sheets as well as an additional cap sheet with a granulated surface. These two main base materials are melted together using a torch to form a thick layer. Torch down is light weight at less than 2 pounds per square foot. Manufacturers also may embed small granules into the top of the membrane to add fire resistance color options ultraviolet uv radiation protection or other distinctive characteristics.
The material is strong very durable and has a non woven polyester mat. The mat is coated with durable app modified bitumen and is designed for torch down application by professional roofing contractors. The mat is coated with durable app modified bitumen surfaced with granules and is designed for torch down application by professional roofing contractors. Nevertheless there is an array of benefits and costs all homeowners must know as they.
Two layer torch down roofing may cost less. Installing torch down roofing can be a bit tricky and dangerous so only do it yourself if you have experience installing roofing. This layer now becomes a waterproof material that is ideal for both commercial and residential use. Smooth surface can be used as a cap or interplay membrane ideal for new roofs and repairs of built up or sbs modified bitumen systems.