A Guide To The Use Of Asphalt Primers in Commercial Roofing Applications

One of the challenges for any roofing contractor is how to make sure that roofing material stays in place for the lifetime of the roof. Depending on the material, this can be several decades. Stormy weather, high winds, sea air and moisture can all work to compromise the integrity of a roof. One good way to combat the effects of nature over time is by applying a roofing primer underneath the roofing material. Just like primer on a wall helps the paint adhere more evenly, a roofing primer helps the shingles, asphalt coating or other roofing material stay in place.

What are asphalt roofing primers?

Asphalt roofing primers are professional grade combination of asphalt and solvents that help roofing materials adhere more securely. This helps a membrane roof coating to perform better across a wide range of weather conditions and temperatures. A primer, as the name implies, is not a substitute for a roof coating or material. It’s rather a first step that improves the overall performance of the roof. There are a variety of roofing primers. An asphalt primer is designed specifically to be used with asphalt roofing materials and products.

How asphalt roofing primers are used in construction

Asphalt primers are have a number of applications in construction. They serve as a base before applying the finished product for newly laid concrete, cement decks, gypsum, masonry thermal insulation and roofing. Roofing contractors can apply this product before built-up roofing materials and before applying black or reflective roof coatings. 

Asphalt primers work best on clean, dry surfaces. As this product is not designed to function as a roofing material by itself, the final roofing material should be applied as soon as is practical after the primer has dried. Cold weather can affect the curing time for asphalt primer. The manufacturer recommends that it be applied on a clear, sunny day when the surface temperature is between 35 degrees F and 120 degrees F.

Benefits of working with APOC branded primers

At Roofing Direct, we sell quality APOC branded primers. Just a few of the many benefits to using APOC primers include…

• Fast drying. APOC branded primer uses a formula of high penetrating solvent and select asphalt, so that it dries quickly and evenly. In most cases, in optimum weather conditions, it will be dry in 24 to 48 hours or less.
• Easy to apply. APOC primer can be applied using a brush, roller or sprayer. All you have to do is mix the primer thoroughly and apply it to a clean, dry surface.
• Easy clean up. APOC primer makes for easy clean-up. You simply clean your tools and equipment with a rag and a little paint thinner or mineral spirits.
• Lightweight. APOC primer is easy to lift and transport. A one-gallon bucket weighs just eight pounds.

To learn more about how APOC branded primers can help you deliver a more dependable and reliable roofing product, visit roofingdirect.com or contact Roofing Direct at (insert contact info). We offer a variety of quality roofing materials, tools and equipment shipped directly to your home, business or job site. When you shop with us, you don’t have to run around town at various stores to find what you need. We are proud to be the number one online supplier of APOC products