At Progressive Materials, we know your roof is a major investment — and one you want to protect. Our top-quality products and robust warranties are designed to give building owners peace of mind. But what happens when your silicone roof warranty is nearing the end of …
Silicone Roof Coating Shelf Life
How to Store It Right and Avoid Application Issues Silicone roof coatings are known for their strength, flexibility, and long-term protection. But even the best coating won’t perform if it’s expired or stored improperly. Whether you’re a contractor or facilities manager, …
Fire protection on commercial buildings
When it comes to ensuring the safety of commercial buildings, one of the most critical aspects to consider is fire protection. Products with a Class A fire rating – Progressive Materials’ silicone roof coatings are included in this category – play a pivotal role. But what exactly …
Prep Roofs For A Roof Coating
Before applying silicone to any roof, there are some best practices that must be followed to ensure proper adhesion. Our roof coatings will adhere to almost any substrate, but following a few quick preparation steps will help achieve the best results and the longest lasting …
Resist Mold on Your Roof
Experienced roofers and facilities managers know mold on flat commercial roofs can degrade the roofing system and bring health risks. But while mold is a persistent problem for many roofs, this blog shows how Progressive Materials’ silicone coatings can resist mold on your …
How Long Does Silicone Roof Coating Last?
Veteran roofers know one of the main questions they hear from a building owner is, “How long will the roof last?” The answer to this question varies based on whichever substrate you are selling, but for silicone, the short answer is, “A very long time.” This blog delves into the …
Can A Silicone Roof Qualify for LEED Credits?
Many building owners and roofers know Progressive Materials’ silicone can offer many benefits to a failing roof. One often overlooked benefit, however, can be tax breaks and other incentives that are available from the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program. …
How are Silicone Roof Coatings Applied?
Any reputable roofing contractor knows the basic application process for silicone roof coating is relatively straightforward. A roofer will thoroughly clean the roof surface, allow it to dry, apply a primer when necessary, and then install the silicone coating. But some roofers …
How To Use a Wet Mil Gauge
One of the most common questions we hear at Progressive Materials is “How much coating will I need?” Many factors go into answering this accurately, and the results will vary each time. The amount of coating needed, however, is always measured in “mils.” To those unfamiliar with …
Quality Control for Silicone Roofing
Longtime roofers understand product quality is critical to any successful coating job. At Progressive Materials, we strive to be the most trusted team in the coatings industry … and a major part of earning that trust revolves around product quality. With that in mind, this blog …