Reflective Roof Chippings

On many flat roof low slope commercial buildings it s common to see gravel on top of the roof.

Reflective roof chippings.

A wide selection of angular decorative chippings or rounded pebbles are available in a selection of sizes for use as a decorative finish on flat roofing. Gravel is used on flat roofs for two reasons. For pricing and availability. Our roof gravel is available for delivery in tunnel lift bulk bags allowing an easy method of transporting the gravel onto a roof using a crane not provided.

It also provides protection from foot traffic. The purpose of gravel on a flat roof. Showing all 5 results. Black jack eterna kote 4 75 gallon silicone reflective roof coating lifetime warranty item 484330.

Use reflective mineral granules or a factory applied coating rather than a dark coating on a mineral surfaced sheet. Have you ever wondered why contractors install gravel on flat roofs. Solar protection is often achieved by the application of white reflective chippings usually limestone or light coloured spar not less than 12 5mm. Reflective coatings come in white a variety of darker colors and in high reflection coatings.

To protect the underlying layer of roofing materials as is the case with built up roofs burs. What you decide on here can make a huge difference. Lighter coloured products offer natural light reflecting properties which provide a degree of protection from sun damage. Roofing professionals with years of knowledge regarding the performance of roofing products and manufacturers who have the responsibility of warranting roofing systems are increasingly weighing in providing invaluable information about reflective roofing based on real life experiences in the field.

Substitute reflective marble chips or gray slag for dark gravel in a flood coat of asphalt. White coatings are by far the most effective and reflect anywhere from 50 to 90 of the sunlight and heat that hit your roof. Apply a cool coating directly on top of a dark asphaltic emulsion coating. Black jack elasto kool 1000 5 gallon elastomeric reflective roof coating 10 year limited warranty item 139941.

These are very effective at providing protection from ultra violet light and reducing the surface temperature in hot weather.