(1) Can this be used over Gaco Silicone Roof Coating? (2) With cleaning will it stay reflective and white (Gaco quickly turns brown and get very hot)?
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I have been in the roofing business for almost 40 years. My experience with a silicone coating is the only thing that will bond to silicone is silicone. You could try a small can of liquid rubber on a limited area. It good stuff, just not compatible with silicone.
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The instructions say not to use it over silicon caulking but I don't know about roof coating. I have had it on my deck for about 8 years and it is still clean and white. This is a deck I do not walk on much.
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To be on the safe side, I would clean the sufface with TSP, and then use the primer. I would also use a hard bristle brush during cleaning, to remove any loose sealants, or coatings. Be sure to caulk around any roof vents before application. Hope this helps.
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I purchased the 1/2 gallon for my siding and the 1 gallon for my roof which has moss growing under the shingles and black smudges running down. The contractor I have contracted with to do the roof (he has not started yet) used it on his mother's roof, which was heavily covered and he said it cleared away in two weeks. He said it was the best product on the market.
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Yes, you have to paint or primer over it when its done drying/curing. Other wise it literaly turns white and chalky from sun exposer. It a real thin runny type epoxy. So its difficult to keep mess to a minimal.
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Yes- you can absolutely use this. It does at amazing job at stopping air leaks, heat transfer, and condensation! It bonds completely to aluminum. If you're using it on the exterior, go with the Highest Density formula, though, and then coat it with a rubber roof coat paint.
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I wouldn't use it especially if there is high sun or heat exposure. I would recommend gaffers tape.
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I have had great results on copper ornnaments but I have not used it on a roof,maybe you can try it on a small section.
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I think that a better resolution to your problem would be to apply strips of EPDM roofing materiel over the joint that you want to reinforce.So far as applying this over silicone, I don't know if that would work or not.
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Dear Amazon User, I installed clear, colorless UV blocking film from Gila on the bottom row of my french window (with 4 rows) because the light only came through the bottom row due to the overheng of my roofline. I found that I cannot see any difference in the coated windows versus the uncoated. It is quite undetectable. Ken in So Cal.
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Yes, You will want to remove any loose caulking or other material. Then clean the patch area with denatured alcohol or lacquer thinner. Press the patch around the area especially on the edges of the patch. Paint to match the rest of the roof.
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Yes, assuming the brick surface you are applying to is not getting too hot. It will be ok on a hot, sunny day on brick or concrete surfaces so that is a rule of thumb. It is not a specialty heat resistant coating.
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Torchstar information is not so good. Product is indicated as having the LEDs driven by a constant current driver. The website spec indicates a current of 19mA to 59mA. 50% tolerance is not so good. Anyway, I doubt there is enough wasted energy to raise the temperature that much. Bottom line, of you do not completely seal off the area immediately surrounding the light and allow the heat to go somewhere you should be fine. Assuming you mean a soffit on the overhang of the roof there should be nothing to prevent hot air from rising to the peak.
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In addition to asphalt shingles, I have used it to spot treat brick walls, stone walls, a stone patio, an asphalt driveway and wood landscaping timber. In each case, the mold and algae browned and died. Use on the shingles has been tremendous with my roof which now looks like new. Probably because of the extraordinary dampness and shade for some of the other applications, the green did recur. I am very careful about using it near vegetation and try to apply sparingly to keep runoff to a minimum. Even on the shingles, I would limit application to areas affected. So far I have not had any plants go south. I would be careful on walkways as by nature it results in a very slippery coating. In addition to asphalt shingles, I have used it to spot treat brick walls, stone walls, a stone patio, an asphalt driveway and wood landscaping timber. In each case, the mold and algae browned and died. Use on the shingles has been tremendous with my roof which now looks like new. Probably because of the extraordinary dampness and shade for some of the other applications, the green did recur. I am very careful about using it near vegetation and try to apply sparingly to keep runoff to a minimum. Even on the shingles, I would limit application to areas affected. So far I have not had any... » Read More In addition to asphalt shingles, I have used it to spot treat brick walls, stone walls, a stone patio, an asphalt driveway and wood landscaping timber. In each case, the mold and algae browned and died. Use on the shingles has been tremendous with my roof which now looks like new. Probably because of the extraordinary dampness and shade for some of the other applications, the green did recur. I am very careful about using it near vegetation and try to apply sparingly to keep runoff to a minimum. Even on the shingles, I would limit application to areas affected. So far I have not had any plants go south. I would be careful on walkways as by nature it results in a very slippery coating. « Show Less
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The coating is not a bright white it is truly as off white as it can get. Hope this helps.
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Hi Noreen, I originally ordered one jug and sprayed it as instructed to one area of my roof. It does not work immediately but over a few months time. It absolutely DOES work. So, a few months ago i ordered 3 more jugs to do the rest of my roof. All you need is a sprayer, measuring cup, water, and the solution. Put it on when there is no chance of rain, for a day or so, and when it's not windy. I put it on early in the morning before the sun got too warm. You want it to be able to soak in as long as possible and not be dried up by your shingles being hot from the sun. Don't rinse, scrub, or add anything else to it. I hope this helps and clarifies any questions or concerns you may have. Lisa Hi Noreen, I originally ordered one jug and sprayed it as instructed to one area of my roof. It does not work immediately but over a few months time. It absolutely DOES work. So, a few months ago i ordered 3 more jugs to do the rest of my roof. All you need is a sprayer, measuring cup, water, and the solution. Put it on when there is no chance of rain, for a day or so, and when it's not windy. I put it on early in the morning before the sun got too warm. You want it to be able to soak in as long as possible and not be dried up by your shingles being hot from the sun. Don't rinse, scrub, or... » Read More Hi Noreen, I originally ordered one jug and sprayed it as instructed to one area of my roof. It does not work immediately but over a few months time. It absolutely DOES work. So, a few months ago i ordered 3 more jugs to do the rest of my roof. All you need is a sprayer, measuring cup, water, and the solution. Put it on when there is no chance of rain, for a day or so, and when it's not windy. I put it on early in the morning before the sun got too warm. You want it to be able to soak in as long as possible and not be dried up by your shingles being hot from the sun. Don't rinse, scrub, or add anything else to it. I hope this helps and clarifies any questions or concerns you may have. Lisa « Show Less
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4 months ago I purchased and applied it to the outside bottom half of my Suzuki Sidekick and the floor inside the cargo area. So far I love it, from reviews, I heard with high summer temps it can become soft and tar like but it was been cold so far and I think those users may not have prepped their surfaces properly. I would recommend for any scratch resistance/waterproofing application. Use foam rollers for best texture. The spray cans work well if you get the technique down, and work better for tight areas where a roller can't get(foam/regular brushes won't replicate the texture so the corners can look funny). And expect to do atleast 2 coats for complete coverage. 4 months ago I purchased and applied it to the outside bottom half of my Suzuki Sidekick and the floor inside the cargo area. So far I love it, from reviews, I heard with high summer temps it can become soft and tar like but it was been cold so far and I think those users may not have prepped their surfaces properly. I would recommend for any scratch resistance/waterproofing application. Use foam rollers for best texture. The spray cans work well if you get the technique down, and work better for tight areas where a roller can't get(foam/regular brushes won't replicate the texture so the... » Read More 4 months ago I purchased and applied it to the outside bottom half of my Suzuki Sidekick and the floor inside the cargo area. So far I love it, from reviews, I heard with high summer temps it can become soft and tar like but it was been cold so far and I think those users may not have prepped their surfaces properly. I would recommend for any scratch resistance/waterproofing application. Use foam rollers for best texture. The spray cans work well if you get the technique down, and work better for tight areas where a roller can't get(foam/regular brushes won't replicate the texture so the corners can look funny). And expect to do atleast 2 coats for complete coverage. « Show Less
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My proofer never gets that hot. I do agree with others that your unit is defective. I have mine, (when in use) on a roll around "school" cart. No problems with over heating that kind of composite plastic. I also have used it on tile table top. Of course it would not hurt that at all.