Building Owners Guide to Roof Coatings

Roof coatings are best way to economically extend the service life of an existing roof. There is no tear off, disposal and disruption. It is a long-term solution to roof leaks and when done correctly, can be a very sustainable way of maintaining roofing systems.

What are my Roof Repair Options?

Sectional Roof Repairs or a Complete Roof Restoration?

Lexis roof coating products can be used to make emergency roof repairs that don’t have to be removed when it is time to restore the entire roof.

DIY or Hire a Contractor?

It is best to hire a roof coating contractor if your roof is 5000sf and up. Contractors have the experience and equipment to do the job faster and more economically.

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Which Products should I use?

Water based roof coatings are excellent for properly sloped roofs in good condition. Solvent based roof coatings may be used on roofs with minor ponding. This cross reference chart will give you a idea of product options for aged roofing in serviceable condition. Read substrate specific information for application rates and roof repair procedures.

Substrate Primer Base / Finish Coat
Built Up Roofing (Smooth) PrimeLock® Bonding Primer EnergyGuard® Acrylic Elastomeric
PrimeLock® MultiSurface EnergyGuard® Butyl Elastomeric
Metal Roofing (Bare)   EnergyGuard® Acrylic Elastomeric
  EnergyGuard® Butyl Elastomeric
Metal Roofing (Rusted) PrimeLock® Metal Primer EnergyGuard® Acrylic Elastomeric
PrimeLock® MultiSurface EnergyGuard® Acrylic Elastomeric
PrimeLock® MultiSurface EnergyGuard® Butyl Elastomeric
Modified Bitumen Roofing PrimeLock® Bonding Primer EnergyGuard® Acrylic Elastomeric
PrimeLock® MultiSurface EnergyGuard® Butyl Elastomeric
Polyurethane Spray Foam (SPF)   EnergyGuard® Acrylic Elastomeric
  EnergyGuard® Aromatic Polyurethane
  EnergyGuard® Silicone Elastomeric
SPF (Cold Storage)   EnergyGuard® Butyl Elastomeric
Single Ply (EPDM) PrimeLock® EPDM Primer EnergyGuard® Acrylic Elastomeric
  EnergyGuard® Aromatic Polyurethane
PrimeLock® EPDM Primer EnergyGuard® Silicone Elastomeric
Single Ply (TPO/PVC)
*Adhesion Test Required
PrimeLock® Bonding Primer EnergyGuard® Acrylic Elastomeric
  EnergyGuard® Aromatic Polyurethane
  EnergyGuard® Butyl Elastomeric