budget minded roof

[urban5]

Has anyone tried out EPDM rubber roofing like seen on the following link
http://www.bestmaterials.com/detail.aspx?ID=16516

For a 10' by 10' peice it would cost $68 ish dollars, and 45 mils seems nice and thick.

[len19070]

A lot of people have "Tried" EPDM rubber on a roof....that's what its for?

For a wide roof it is a very viable option.

I don't know if the Black is a good choice though, Standard RV roofing is 20 mills in white and I have seen that several places for a comparable price.

Installation is very easy, almost the same as laying a kitchen floor.

The RV industry has been using EPDM roofing for a few decades now and it is the standard of the industry.

Many Local Roofing supply companies have the 60 mill in both almond and white. And I have seen them throw away pieces the size you need.

Happy Trails

Len

[urban5]

Wow that was a helpful reply

I think you miss read it, I understand that's what it is for. I was asking if anyone had tried using it. Which in its self poses a plethora of questions.

How was it to install?;Was there any special steps?; Did it hold up to hwy speeds?; Did you use the self adhesive type, or did you use the special adhesive? How long have you had it installed?

There is that better?

[Ptomaine]

I Used EPDM on my roof. As I didn't finish my build until late September I can't comment on how it is holding up. I only have about about 600 miles on it so far. There are two types of adhesive. I would not suggest using the 'contact' type unless you have a team of about a half dozen to put it on. I used the latex adhesive. It only needs to be applied to the roof surface, and it has some wiggle room for adjustments. It is intended to use on bare wood surface. There is a bit of a weight penalty. It's not like you are using asphalt, but I do regret not having a cart with me when I had them cut my 8 foot piece (comes on a 10 foot wide roll). I carried it to the front of the store in one arm, but I was really happy when I dropped it on the counter at the check out!

[Steve_Cox]

I used EPDM Liquid Roof on the gypsy trailer. Rolls on, one coat is 20 mils. Self priming, although my trailer roof was coated with epoxy. 2 years and no problems. EPDM Liquid Roof Link

[mikeschn]

I believe Bev used it on hers.

She had trouble getting it to lay flat, and all the imperfections showed thru it.

Here's a link...

http://tnttt.com/viewto ... 0749#90749

http://tnttt.com/viewto ... 382#247382


Mike...

[Deryk the Pirate]

With the liquid Epdm is it possible it would take a tint to change the white to maybe a dark red or dark blue? Otherwise I guess black is hot but always stylish

[Steve_Cox]

With the liquid Epdm is it possible it would take a tint to change the white to maybe a dark red or dark blue? Otherwise I guess black is hot but always stylish

Sorry to hijack the thread about sheet EPDM but wanted to answer Deryk. The white liquid EPDM can be tinted with regular paint tint, but you probably can't get it much darker than a deep pastel color. I used a blue tint on the gypsy trailer.

[Wild Bill]

Look in your phone book for a local roofing supply house. I plan to use a white 40mil Vinal roofing that you glue down like flooring. Available in 6 and 10 foot widths. I have this product on my flat roof on a room addition. White will reflect heat, I would not recommed black unless you like sleeping in an oven. I plan to buy some extra and tack it to a board at both ends and strech it over the glue. Bill

[2bits]

Don't sweat the black. We all know know that black doesn't reflect like white does and people take it this fact and sometimes go a bit over board. Remember roofing tar is black, I own a black car and it's not any worse than a white car, and I used black aluminum on my teardrop. That's what they make Air Conditioning for. My teardrop stays ice cold during the Texas summer and my high switch is broken on my AC unit too so it only blows on low. So get what looks good to you.

[Deryk the Pirate]

Thanks... it gives me some ideas!

[2bits]

"ARRRR"!!!

[urban5]

Thanks for all the great replies. When I battened down my build for the monsoon season here, I topped the roof off with FRP with a half tennis ball in the center between the flat top and the Frp, to help the water roll off. LOL ghetto I know. Then again I had no leaks but I was thinking of using the EDPM sheet glued to the FRP.

I don't know I might just leave the FRP to see how long it holds up.