How To Apply Torch Down Roofing

Modified bitumen roofing may have a granular surface as shown here or it may be smooth.

How to apply torch down roofing.

Torch down roofs are composed of two or more layers of a modified asphalt membrane applied with an open flame torch. How to torch a roof. Two layer torch down roofing may cost less to install but it doesn t last as long and doesn t offer as many benefits. A two layer torch down roof consists of one base sheet and one smooth cap sheet.

Torch down roofing consists of modified bitumen which is similar to asphalt. If you liked this video please like and subscribe for more roofing content. Use flashings approved by your building department. It involves being up on the roof laying out material in a straight and even manner and all the while using a hot flaming torch to adhere the materials to the roof structure.

Most homeowners can learn to do a passable job though with just a bit of practice and care. As long as it is installed correctly bitumen prevents moisture build up without needing constant maintenance. Discover the various components of a torch down roof and the materials used to manufacture it. Torch down roofing is a type of roofing material that has been designed for low angle or flat roofs.

Learning how to apply torch down roofing can be a bit of a challenge because of the nature of the process itself. This is my torch down technique hope you like it greetings. If you install the smooth product cover it with aluminum coating. The product gets its name from the method of application used to install adhere it to a building s structure.

Renting a large propane torch is. A three layer torch down roof features the same base and cap sheets as well as an additional cap sheet with a granulated surface. Follow us on social media. Apply the bitumen by melting it over fiberglass.

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