Liquid Membrane
Liquid roofing systems involve protection of a roof structure by means of a liquid synthetic resin based application, which solidifies to create a seamless waterproof barrier. They are easy to use & maintain and are cost-effective and versatile.
Liquid coatings are popular for refurbishment of roof structures. They can be applied over the existing roof covering, avoiding the need to strip the roof. Liquid systems are particularly useful where access is restricted or where a building is too sensitive to remove the existing roof covering.
Liquid Membranes have many benefits:
- Seamless protection
- Contain UV protectors and are therefore highly resistant to sunlight
- Can be applied over existing roof structure – therefore no need for stripping the roof
- Reduced risk of surface blistering, as the liquid membranes are vapour permeable.
- Anti-slip and colour-defined walkways/areas can be easily produced.
- Easily applied with brushes – therefore great for areas with difficult access.
Tecta Roofing can provide guarantees for the use of liquid coatings. Liquid Membranes can be used for waterproofing repairs or refurbishments on the following surfaces:
Mineral finished flat roofs
Mastic Asphalt 
Concrete
Metal sheeting
Guttering
Pipe work
Brickwork
Timber
Steel
Liquid Membranes are extremely versatile and can be utilised for many different duties for example:
- Waterproofing repairs & refurbishment (including emergency repairs)
- New roof surfaces
- Granules can be added to provide anti-slip surfaces – ideal for walkways, balconies, car park surfaces, wet rooms etc.
- Coloured powder can be added to create coloured surfaces.
The range of polymers used for liquid applied roofing is wide, including acrylic resins, polyurethanes, polyesters, silicones, rubber copolymers and modified bitumen. Glass-fibre or polyester mat is used as reinforcement within the membrane layer. Additives to improve fire resistance can be included.
Please contact Tecta Roofing for more details.
Frequently asked questions:
Is there a product I can paint over my existing flat roof to stop it leaking?
Answer: Yes – Liquid membranes/coating can be used to repair most types of leaky roofs. They are brushed or rollered onto the existing roof covering to create a waterproof barrier. Repairs can be made – but depending on the extent of the damage/leak – the roof may need replacing in time. Tecta Roofing are approved installers of many different manufacturers who produce liquid membrane coatings. We can offer guarantees depending on the system used. Please contact us for more details.
I have a balcony area that is extremely slippery when wet – Is there a product that I can use to make it safer?
Answer: Yes – There are many products on the market that can help – some anti-slip paints incorporate rubber granules to give a totally flexible non-slip finish that will not flake, chip or peel. It can be applied to almost any surface including metal, concrete, wood, fibreglass, plastic and rubber leaving an attractive textured anti-slip finish that is resistant to impacts.