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2. Roof coating - Wikipedia

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   A roof coating is a monolithic, fully adhered, fluid applied roofing membrane. Many roof coatings are elastomeric, that is, they have elastic properties that allow them to stretch and return to their original shape without damage. Typical roof coating dry film thickness vary from paint film thickness (plus or minus 0.075 mm (3 dry mils) to more ...

3. Reflective surfaces (climate engineering) - Wikipedia

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   On Wednesday, September 25, 2013 Mayor Michael R Bloomberg declared it "NYC °CoolRoofs Day" in New York City with the coating of its 500th building and reducing the carbon footprint by over 2000 tons. Volunteers use paintbrushes and rollers to apply an acrylic, elastomeric coating to the roof membrane. [66]

4. Membrane roofing - Wikipedia

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   Membrane roofing is a type of roofing system for buildings, RV's, Ponds and in some cases tanks. It is used to create a watertight covering to protect the interior of a building. Membrane roofs are most commonly made from synthetic rubber, thermoplastic (PVC or similar material), or modified bitumen. Membrane roofs are most commonly used in ...

5. Asphalt shingle - Wikipedia

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   Asphalt shingles are an American invention by Henry Reynolds of Grand Rapids, Michigan. [2] They were first used in 1903, in general use in parts of the United States by 1911 and by 1939 11 million squares (100 million square meters) of shingles were being produced. [3] A U.S. National Board of Fire Underwriters campaign to eliminate the use of ...

6. Federal roofing tax credit for energy efficiency - Wikipedia

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   The federal roofing tax credit for energy efficiency is dependent on the cost of the materials used in the renovation. A consumer could only receive a tax credit of up to 30% of the material cost, up to a maximum of $1,500. This credit is for funds spent on the energy-star approved materials, not on installation or labor cost.

7. Bituminous waterproofing - Wikipedia

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   Bituminous waterproofing. Bituminous waterproofing systems are designed to protect residential and commercial buildings. Bitumen (asphalt or coal-tar pitch) is a material made up of organic liquids that are highly sticky, viscous, and waterproof. [1] Systems incorporating bituminous-based substrates are sometimes used to construct roofs, in the ...