Looks a little thin in certain spots. The old layer shows still a bit. Did you give it a second coat? Isn’t a silicon based layer longer lasting and higher performance than acrylic?
@@wolffforge4839 that roof he did was flat. He’ll have to recoat every 7-10 years. Silicone is lifetime guaranteed. Plus the labor to get someone to do it again is the real cost. Why build your house of straw when you can build w bricks?
@@Furtivo95That's not what all the experienced roofers say about silicone though. I hear silicone can't be patched. Nothing sticks to it, not even silicone.
I have been roofing for a long time anyone trying this should heed my advice if using this to do a repair or restore their flat roof. Proper coating application is as follows the area needs to be cleaned then an acrylic mastic / polyester (henrys makes both of these and they sell at home depot) 3 course on all seams and worn or damaged areas and at minimum 2 coats of coating. one coat will do nothing but make your roof look ugly and peel off fairly quickly. I recommend each layer be completely dry before applying the next coat and make sure there is no rain forcast for a few days after as this is water based and will wash off if not allowed to cure.
Looks like your guys stretched the 10 gallons out way to much. There should not be any dark areas. But Maybe you think the customer won't get up there and look. Shame!!!!
Thanks for the comment, that material is not meant to ‘hide’ anything. We normally use primer for that. In this case, we utilize plenty of material, and even a few years after the installation. It’s still holding up great. Either way, we recommend to apply it every couple of years, just to keep up on the maintenance of the flat roof.
A video on how NOT to apply elastomeric coating. Pity you did not bother to read the manufacturer’s installation instructions. For this product you would need 3 to 4 buckets for 800 sq ft. Needs far more extensive prep than you did. Feel sorry for your customer.
TERRIFIC storytelling! you know...if there's taller office buildings lookin' down on that roof, the final coat can be some sort of ADVERTISING ARTWORK !!! White is nice for solar heat avoidance, but the $$$-making opportunity is pretty-dang GREAT, too, no?? just sayin'...if if there's a way to colorize that white coating... [ man, that roof-mtd equip. sure is UGLY ]
I would recommend a second coat, it will last longer and reflect sunlight better.
Yes it seems a little light
Second coat is needed for sure!!!!
From what ive read, if you really want to see a temperature drop (15°+) you need 3 to 4 coats..
how long of a wait in between the coats?
Looks a little thin in certain spots. The old layer shows still a bit. Did you give it a second coat? Isn’t a silicon based layer longer lasting and higher performance than acrylic?
You can get 5 gallons of acrylic sealer for the price of 1 gallon of silicone. Acrylic still has a 10 year life as long as there is no standing water.
@@wolffforge4839 that roof he did was flat. He’ll have to recoat every 7-10 years. Silicone is lifetime guaranteed. Plus the labor to get someone to do it again is the real cost. Why build your house of straw when you can build w bricks?
@@Furtivo95That's not what all the experienced roofers say about silicone though. I hear silicone can't be patched. Nothing sticks to it, not even silicone.
very nicely done, video was very informitive on the roof process. Thanks
Go with silicone as well cost more but last longer better over all.
Shouldn't you be tied off working so close to the edge?
I have been roofing for a long time anyone trying this should heed my advice if using this to do a repair or restore their flat roof. Proper coating application is as follows the area needs to be cleaned then an acrylic mastic / polyester (henrys makes both of these and they sell at home depot) 3 course on all seams and worn or damaged areas and at minimum 2 coats of coating. one coat will do nothing but make your roof look ugly and peel off fairly quickly. I recommend each layer be completely dry before applying the next coat and make sure there is no rain forcast for a few days after as this is water based and will wash off if not allowed to cure.
Thanks a lot for your advice!!! I’m planning on doing this on my foam roof. Any suggestions on material brands of good quality????
@@wilbertortiz9469 there are several different brands but I prefer Apoc.
Can you put it on shingles too?
Applying primer would allow you to use less coating. And help it from peeling in the future.
Good to know, thanks for watching.
Any recommendations on the primer?
Does it work on fiberglass?
Shouldn’t you pressure wash first?
How much of a difference does it make if it's not perfectly clean?
@@mikesolns1364 you pressure wash to get rid of the dirt grim etc. This is so the elastomeric adheres….
@@repoillicit2196 I'm trying to DIY and don't have a pressure washer. Could it still work if I clean it as much as possible? Thanks
@@mikesolns1364 you could Order a nozzle that goes on your hose that will give extra pressure
@@repoillicit2196 Thanks pal. I appreciate it
I thought you couldn't apply to any type of sanded shingles. Its on the spec sheet too.
silicone is the best hands down!!!
Does this material stick to metal?
The narrator sounds like lil Moco
acrylic just stays cleaner
How much would the labor cost be for this job?
So it’s waterproof?
Can u use a regular brush for trim if its aluminum fiber paint
Can it be used over #30 felt ? ( Tar paper)
Apply two more coats.
Man, were doing this roof with a very thick coating and its taking a while to spread the paint. Tiring. Is there an easier way?
Best way to spread in the open area is with a roller. Just spread the material on to a paint tray and roll it off from there. Worked great for us.
If it was easy, anyone could do it.
You forgot to wash it ese.....😂
I wouldn’t even recommend applying without priming surface first. 🤷🏽♂️
Prime with what?
Be careful not to brack the large bubble of roof membrane may course water to leak in roof after rain ☔ .😢😂😮😢
Looks like your guys stretched the 10 gallons out way to much. There should not be any dark areas. But Maybe you think the customer won't get up there and look. Shame!!!!
Thanks for the comment, that material is not meant to ‘hide’ anything. We normally use primer for that. In this case, we utilize plenty of material, and even a few years after the installation. It’s still holding up great. Either way, we recommend to apply it every couple of years, just to keep up on the maintenance of the flat roof.
Takes for ever to dry
thank you my bro.......
A video on how NOT to apply elastomeric coating. Pity you did not bother to read the manufacturer’s installation instructions. For this product you would need 3 to 4 buckets for 800 sq ft. Needs far more extensive prep than you did. Feel sorry for your customer.
He has no idea what he’s talking about. No flashing around penetrations and you should NEVER use an acrylic on a flat roof.
TERRIFIC storytelling! you know...if there's taller office buildings lookin' down on that roof, the final coat can be some sort of ADVERTISING ARTWORK !!! White is nice for solar heat avoidance, but the $$$-making opportunity is pretty-dang GREAT, too, no?? just sayin'...if if there's a way to colorize that white coating... [ man, that roof-mtd equip. sure is UGLY ]
Looks like crap 💩 😕 😐
Needs another coat..