4 Benefits of Silicone Roof Coating

By Cass Jacoby. 

More and more professional contractors are turning to silicone roof coatings, and it is easy to see why. Read on to learn about the many advantages they offer. 

APOC 585 Armor Flex is a premier product for getting superior results for silicone applications, providing the roof with the armor it needs to withstand whatever mother nature throws at it. ICP Group has boosted the performance of APOC 585 Armor Flex to be the highest solids silicone on the market giving it greater durability for commercial applications especially in areas with heavy rains and ponding water. Read on to learn the top four reasons why more contractors are turning to APOC 585 Armor Flex and silicone roof coatings. 

1 - Ponding water resistance  

APOC 585 Armor Flex has Pond-Proof® Technology, which means it can endure the damaging effects of ponding water without breaking down and will not absorb any additional water after curing. APOC silicone roof coatings create a tough, resilient barrier that helps prevent damage from severe weather. Unlike other coatings, Armor Flex begins repelling water immediately after installation creating a complete waterproof shield even with high humidity and drizzle. Plus, there's no risk of wash off. Armor Flex has a faster cure time than other products and fully cures even in cooler temperatures which is how contractors are using Armor Flex silicone roof coating to extend their roofing season in the spring and fall. 

2 - UV protection 

Armor Flex enjoys a reflectivity rating of 90%, is independently tested and is listed by the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC). These silicone roof coatings reflect the sun’s harmful UV rays, not only protecting the roof from depreciating in quality, but preventing the overheating the interior of the structure. This reduces the amount of energy consumed by air conditioning during warm seasons and ultimately lowers utility bills.  

3 - Flexibility  

Silicone roof coatings create a resilient barrier that can withstand extreme temperatures due to their high flexibility. These coatings can better endure the natural expansion and contraction that happens in large roof structures due to the product’s inherent qualities.  

4 - Better for the environment  

Engineered with solvent-free polymers, Armor Flex outperforms traditional solvent and solvent-free products including asphaltic, urethane, thermoplastic and other protective coating products. Additionally, these coatings have minimal impact on the applicator or our environment. With APOC silicone roofing, you can expect solvent-free products that contain very low volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which promotes healthier air quality and is better for the environment. 

Even better, roof restorations are a greener alternative to reroofing that preserves roofs that would otherwise end up in a landfills. Plus, these coatings help make buildings more efficient, which helps to ultimately reduce carbon emissions. 

Conclusion 

Silicone roof coatings offer roofers a solution that boasts savings on labor costs and application time without compromising quality and performance.  

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