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GenTite W59GT10125 10 ft. x 25 ft. Black EPDM Rubber Roofing is a weather-resistant, commercial-grade roofing membrane. It resists tears and withstands light foot traffic.
EPDM is a durable, waterproof, elastomeric, and highly flexible synthetic rubber which is well-suited for use as a single-ply roofing material for many reasons. “EPDM” is an acronym for “ethylene propylene diene monomer”, which is the full chemical name of EPDM rubber.
Rubber roofing can refer to any of three compounds of single-ply, membrane roofing materials suited for low-slope roofs – EPDM, TPO, and PVC – as well as rubber shingles. Each of these types of roofing comes with distinct benefits, drawbacks, and costs.
On average, the cost of a new EPDM rubber roof in 2024 ranges from $4.20 per square foot for a 45-mil ballasted EPDM system installed over an existing roof to $14.25 per square foot for the top-of-the-line EPDM roof system, a fully-adhered 90-mil EPDM membrane system (with above-deck R-30 insulation).
Resilient synthetic rubber membrane widely used on low-slope roofing projects for over 50 years in the United States and worldwide.
Rubber roofing, also known as ethylene propylene diene terpolymer (EPDM) roofing, is a synthetic roofing membrane made from a blend of rubber polymers. Originally developed in the 1960s, rubber roofing has evolved into a popular choice for both commercial and residential buildings due to its durability, flexibility, and weather resistance.
What is EPDM Roofing? Ethylene Polypropylene Diene Monomer (EPDM) is a resilient single ply membrane formulated primarily from propylene and ethylene. Sometimes called a "rubber roof," EPDM roofs can offer long-term coverage of 50 years or more with proper maintenance.
Installing a Rubber Roof. Forget the mess of asphalt roll roofing—for flat or low-slope roofs, EPDM membranes are the smart way to go. By Rick Arnold, Mike Guertin Issue 113. Synopsis: This article explains how to install a low-slope roof made from EPDM, a synthetic rubberlike material with many advantages over more conventional asphalt materials.
Rubber membranes made from EPDM, PVC, and TPO are among the best options for flat roofs and low-pitch roofs (roofs with pitches lower than 2/12). Meanwhile, rubber shingles require a roof with a greater pitch.
Rubber roofing membranes come in rolls that are adhered, screwed, or ballasted to a new rubber roof surface. Rubber shingles are an alternative to asphalt shingles for pitched roofs and are more durable but cost more.