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Cool Roof Coatings




Elastomeric roof coatings lower the power requirements for cooling flat roof buildings, saving money and conserving energy. ...
... "Because they are white, elastomeric coatings reflect more sunlight before it becomes heat. Traditional flat black roof coatings, such as asphalt, absorb sunlight and radiate heat. These elastomeric coatings also protect against cracking because they themselves expand and contract as part of the roofing material. The result is a cooler and longer-lasting roof, lower ambient air temperatures and energy savings for the entire building. " ...
Via Rohm and Haas Company: White is the New Black Gone Green... When It Comes to Roofs

Unique benefits: "The state of California has set high standards for cool roofs for all new and re-conditioned commercial and industrial buildings as part of Title 24 ... "

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