Can Liquid Rubber be sprayed?

 

Using EPDM Liquid Rubber is the best way to quickly restore your roof at fraction of cost of roof replacement. You will have a roof that looks better and will stand extremely well to harsh weather conditions and temperatures without cracking and flanking. Liquid Rubber is the most versatile and popular roofing material available on the market today.

When you open the tin of Liquid Rubber you will notice it looks like a paint material and not surprisingly it does on in much the same way. You can easily apply it with a brush or roller but if you need to cover a large surface we recommend using a sprayer for a quick and easier job. Let’s get stared with the Liquid Rubber Roof sprayer application.

First Prep the Surface

Before you apply Liquid Rubber, first you have to clean the roof. If you spray Liquid Rubber on a dirty surface then it will not work properly or it will bubble up or peel before even it had the chance to work. Also remove any oil coating or residues from your roof otherwise; Liquid Rubber will not adhere to the roof properly. Some roofs also require a base primer before you apply Liquid Rubber.

Tear Up Any Caulking

Before Liquid Rubber was on market, roofer used to seal the roof vents and seems and other openings on the roof using caulk. The good news is that when you are using Liquid Rubber then you don’t need to use any outdated caulk. Liquid Rubber rest alone will do the job for you.

Don’t Overdo It

Once you have clean the roof from debris and residues then now is the time to use the sprayer. Sprayers are powerful and make the job easier for you as they can spread the material far across the roof quickly. You need to adjust the sprayer for any gust of wind and tell everyone else on the roof before you start spraying. It the material gets on your clothing, vehicles or on your skin then you need to use mineral spirits to scrub the roofing material away.

Don’t Clog the Sprayer

Liquid Rubber is usually thick and won’t come out easily of your sprayer. You need to make it thin by adding a solvent. We recommend using of five-to-one when you mix the two and to use a solvent specifically made for liquid rubber roofing. Contact the specialist from whom you bought your roofing, and they should have the solvent you need.

Conclusion

Using a sprayer will keep your back from ache as you don’t need to bend over like with paint or brush. If you need to cover a larger area then a sprayer is the best tool. However, you can also use paint brush for some hard to reach areas.Just remember to prep the surface and go light with the first coat.

For more information, uses, history, application and technical specs; you can visit website https://www.liquidrubberroofing.com/four-quick-steps-to-using-a-liquid-rubber-roof-sprayer.html