by Chris Vick | Jun 24, 2022 | Felt Underlayment, Synthetic Underlayment
Traditional roofing felt has long been the roofing underlayment of choice among builders and contractors. This is in large part because for decades, there haven’t been many options to choose from. These days, however, there is a growing demand for alternatives — and...
by Chris Vick | May 25, 2022 | Homeowners, Roofing Underlayment, Synthetic Underlayment
If there is one frequently asked question about Epilay synthetic underlayments, it’s whether or not our underlayments are considered breathable. It’s an interesting question—but one thing to keep in mind is that for most underlayments, breathability isn’t a primary...
by Chris Vick | Apr 20, 2022 | Roofing Underlayment, Synthetic Underlayment
When selecting a synthetic roofing underlayment, there are a lot of factors to consider. The weather might be the first thing that comes to mind, but let’s look beyond that at a couple of other factors that are sometimes overlooked. These include the roof’s pitch and...
by Sarah Hayes | Mar 30, 2022 | Roofing Underlayment, Synthetic Underlayment
We see a lot of questions about ice and water shield and what kind of protection it can offer. Is it necessary? Can it be left exposed? What, exactly, does it do that regular underlayment can’t do? We have the answers to these questions and more below! What is Ice and...
by Chris Vick | Feb 25, 2022 | Roofing Underlayment, Synthetic Underlayment
As metal, tile, slate and other premium roofing material markets grow in the U.S., self-adhered (SA) underlayments are playing a critical role in roof assembly. Advancements in adhesion and increased confidence in walkability make it a product a lot of roofers are...
by Rick Miller | Jan 28, 2022 | Roofing Underlayment, Synthetic Underlayment
Rooftops need underlayment for a variety of reasons—and choosing a high-quality synthetic underlayment is key to a roofing system that protects the home underneath, helps the roof last longer, all while saving homeowners money. So what are the advantages of using a...
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