How To Redo A Rubber Roof

Allow 15 to 30 minutes depending on the weather for the material to relax.

How to redo a rubber roof.

If the surface has suffered abrasion or other damage apply a specially formulated rubber roof topcoat to restore the surface. It was time for a new coat on our rubber roof. Make sure the sheet does not have creases or wrinkles. Allow three inches of material to extend over the edges.

You can use mek methyl ethyl ketone or acetone to remove any grease stains. Make sure you offset yo. Use a razor knife to cut out old silicone caulking. Unroll the membrane over the roof into the proper position.

On rubber roofs apply an approved rubber roof treatment to revitalize the rubber surface and protect it from uv deterioration. In order to restore the gloss you first must clean your roof thoroughly. In order to get the best results the surface must be free from any oil or grease. Cut the material to length with a utility knife.

Power wire brush or aggressively scrub with a plastic scrub pad or sandpaper all surfaces where the old caulking was. Scrape away all existing patching materials and caulking. This is a long video but it will show you how to do it. Use warm water to sponge the surface clean then let it dry.