What is TPO cover board?

Our TPO gives you the option of a reliable, cost-effective roofing solution. We reinforce our membranes with a polyester fabric and manufacture them using an ultraviolet-resistant thermoplastic polyolefin formulation.

What is a cover board in TPO roofing?

A cover board is a thin substrate to which a roof membrane is adhered. However, the use of a cover board far exceeds that of a substrate — it also serves as a critical component that helps to extend the life of a roof.

What is TPO in construction?

What is TPO Roofing? Thermoplastic Polyolefin is a single-ply roofing membrane that is one of the fastest-growing commercial roofing systems on the market. TPO roofing systems are made up of a single layer of synthetics and reinforcing scrim that can be used to cover flat roofs.

What is TPO sheet?

TPO Sheet. Tough, weatherable, chemical resistant thermoplastic polyolefin sheet for outdoor applications. The unusually outstanding thermoforming performance of our TPO Sheet is just the beginning of the benefits for customers designing outdoor equipment and vehicles.

Is TPO a good roof?

TPO is very good at resisting dirt build-up, punctures, and tears as well. This means a strong roofing product that can save you money in the long run as the roof will need to be cleaned less often.

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Can you walk on a TPO roof?

Flat Roof Surfaces You Can Walk On

Whether its BUR (Built-up Roofing), TPO (Thermoplastic polyolefin), Modified Bitumen, or Single Ply Roofing, your roofing professional can apply the right waterproofing membrane to make it possible to walk on.

Is TPO waterproof?

If you're curious about TPO waterproofing membrane specification. Here's where the magic happens: a TPO's hot air-welded seams make it 100% resistant to water penetration. Unlike PVC, property owners enjoy a leak-proof roof for a long period of time.

What is TPO plastic used for?

Thermoplastic Polyolefins (TPO or TPE-O)

They are characterised by high impact resistance, low density and good chemical resistance. They are used in applications where there is a requirement for increased toughness and durability over the conventional PP copolymers, such as automotive bumpers and dashboards.

What type of material is TPO?

Thermoplastic Polyolefins (TPOs) are polypropylene based materials that have been modified to provide better ductility and impact resistance compared to standard off-the-shelf Polypropylene (PP) grades. TPOs retain the ease of processing, lightweight nature, and chemical resistance of PP.

What is the difference between TPO and TPE?

In short, by feeling the floor mats, you may find that TPE is more like “rubber” and TPO is more like “plastic” due to their differences in compounding. Both TPE and TPO are recyclable material, which makes them “green”, environmentally friendly.

What is better TPO or PVC?

While PVC offers better resistance to puncture and weathering, TPO (like PVC) is recyclable and environmentally friendly. Its reflective surface reduces UV radiation and helps with energy efficiency.

Is TPO fire resistant?

TPO is ENERGY STAR rated and meets the higher standard for California's Title 24. TPO membranes are mold resistant, impact resistant, wind resistant, fire and traffic resistant.

What does a cover board do?

A cover board is a thin substrate to which a roof membrane is adhered—however, its use far exceeds that of a typical substrate. Cover boards also serve as critical components helping extend the life of a roof. For example, using a cover board minimizes the literal and figurative impact of hail.

Can TPO roofing be installed over plywood?

TPO is a single-ply membrane that can be installed over the top of the plywood. Although there are different types of roofing material, like metal or wood shingle roofs, this type provides an alternative because it's much cheaper.

Which is better EPDM or TPO?

TPO has better dimensional stability than EPDM. EPDM is more likely to shrink which can cause a variety of problems on your roof.

Can TPO roofing be painted?

Then, based on recommendations from a national coating and paint company in Canada, the best paint to use to paint a TPO roof is elastomeric paint. If you use a good quality elastomeric paint, then that will eliminate the need to use a surface primer first.

Is TPO impact resistant?

2. The fleeceback TPO membrane is specifically designed for demanding situations in terms of ice ball impact resistance, even at the 30-year heat- 4 4 • I N T E R F A C E J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 7 Page 4 aged equivalence point.

Does TPO shrink?

TPO does not shrink over time, but PVC can and this will cause many problems on a roofing job.

Is TPO plastic recyclable?

TPO is a 100% recyclable material, but due to the nature of the material, and the long life cycle applications that it typically is used in, the recycling stream is not as strong as it should be.

Can you build a deck on a TPO roof?

If you are wondering if you can build a deck on a TPO roof, the answer to such a question is simply yes. A deck built on top of a TPO roof is quite similar to a deck built on top of a concrete patio.

Can you walk on rubber roof?

Yes to an extent. EPDM is designed to take LIGHT foot traffic during installation and for occasional cleaning or maintenance. If you require more use than this, i.e. for a balcony then there are additional materials that can be laid over your EPDM for a more durable solution.