Gradient Flat Roof Insulation

Cold roofs have the waterproof layer placed directly onto the roof deck and the insulation inside the roof just above the ceiling.

Gradient flat roof insulation.

You can expect to pay about 55 100 sq ft. It is made from cellular plastic or fibrous materials and pressed into boards. In this case ventilation is required and the roof can still become wet with condensation which may cause materials to decay. From there the flat roof system you choose will determine the materials you apply.

To drain and insulate dead level roof decks. Rigid board insulation is typically applied to the top surface of the deck except in the case of a protected membrane roof pmr in which case it is applied over the roofing membrane. We recommend having at least 20 r value worth of material for optimal energy efficiency. That s why we will only use your data to reply to your enquiry.

Gradient manufacture thermal insulation boards that are suitable across a wide range of warm flat roof applications including torch on built up felt mastic asphalt single ply membrane and liquid waterproofing systems with either concrete steel or timber decks. It is top quality and the most cost effective product for your flat roof. Rigid board insulation is the most common type of insulation used in low slope commercial roofing. If insulation is installed below the flat roof deck this is called a cold roof.

Compared to multi layered roofing solutions with multiple contractors gradient s single layered insulation solution means you partner with one supplier from start to finish making flat roof projects simpler more controlled and cost effective. While expensive the best insulation is polyiso rigid foam. A note to consider before construction. We care about your privacy.

For a 1 inch board equivalent of 6 r value. There are two types of flat roof. Cold roofs and warm roofs. Our constant policy of investment and innovation means we don t just keep pace with developments in materials and manufacturing technology in many cases we dictate it.

Consider geography budget and use for the roof to determine the best option. Tapered expanded polystyrene eps roof insulation was developed more than 30 years ago with a dual purpose in mind.