What are Fully Adhered roofing systems?
Understanding Single Ply roofing build up
What are Fully Adhered roofing systems?
What are fully adhered single ply roof systems, and why should you consider them?
Roof membranes can now be secured using cold adhesive compared to using hot melt adhesive which were used in the past. The fully adhered roof system is created by bonding various vital layers together, this then ensures your roof will be stronger and more resistant to wind uplift. These layers include:
· The single ply roof membrane
· Insulation board
· Vapour control layer
· Roof deck
So, why should I consider a fully adhered single ply roof? Well, there are many benefits for choosing this system. These include:
· The aesthetic appeal
· Less movement
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Understanding Single Ply roofing build up
Would you like to further understand single ply roof build up?
When installing a single ply roof, there are several layers involved which are essential to the long-term success of the roof, these include:
· The structural roof deck
· The vapour control layer
· The insulation layers
· The single ply membrane
The structural roof deck is vital as it is the basis for any single ply roof. It needs to be strong enough to hold the roof load, as well as being able to meet all the necessary requirements. There are several different types of roof decks available which include:
· Profiled metal sheeting
· Timber or panel roofing
· Concrete roofing
· Composite metal deck
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