NEW: In photos - Copper restoration project - click here
NEW: Roofdx copper project in photos- click here
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NEW: In photos - Copper restoration project - click here |
Is copper roof costs too expensive? But you really like the special finish of this metal roof. Consider an alternative to sheets of copper..a liquid copper coating designed for roofing. Over time the coating surface ages to patina green, just like copper sheets. The copper liquid coating can weatherproof your roof against leaks. And if you want to retain the initial bright copper finish, that result is possible too.
When your copper liquid coating is embedded with fabric reinforcement, this system weatherproofs a roof against leaking. When install with this reinforced system, a ten-year warranty against leakage is included. The fabric adds integrity to the coating, like any of the strong roof coating products.
Any application of copper liquid begins with the bright finish. Within a few months, the appearance begins to darken. Finally, like copper sheets, the patina tint takes many years to appear, but eventually a patina will emerge.
If you want to stop the aging process and keep the initial bright finish, that alternative is also available. The secret is to apply a clearcoat that will prevent the air from reacting with the copper alloy flakes in the coating. OR if you want to accelerate the aging process, an acidic wash can be applied, resulting in the patina appearing sooner.
From New York through North Carolina, we apply this innovative alternative to copper sheets. The crew has over 25 years experience working with liquid applied roofing styles. When this product first appeared, copper liquid coating established itself as a niche in our roof restoration alternatives
In the photos below, the existing copper roof had been damaged during a winter season by a determine ice picker. This attempt to remove ice and snow damaged the roof panels so that interior leaking occurred. Also some of the fasteners were loose due to the extreme temperature changes.
Emergency repairs helped for a while, but the owner wanted a long-term solution.
With the use of the Copper Liquid embedded in mesh, the owner avoided removing the existing patina green roof and installing a new copper roof.
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After applied to surfaces, the Copper Liquid weathers to a patina green, to an appearance like the Statue of Liberty. Alternatively, the application can be sealed with a Clear Coat urethane to retain the original luster of brand new copper, such as shown above.
At this point pictured above, the restoration is only partially completed: Clearly seen is an indentation due to a glove test, an
easy method to test the degree
of curing. Notice that the vertical seam,
a distinctive mark of vintage paneling, is still visible.
Old roof shingles coated with copper paint
Copper liquid paint for sale
If you are seeking an experienced company to offer an estimate to convert your existing roof to a copper finish, one of us would be delighted to visit your residence, discuss the alternatives available and, if requested, submit a quote for applying copper liquid your roofs. Click here for a map of our geographical work area.
Beyond information about our contracting services, this site is designed for individuals interested in vintage roofs--photos, technical tidbits and history. These web pages are prepared by the same contractor that specializes in the restoration of these older roofs. She enjoys dabbling in website construction, therefore photos and articles are simply presented. All pictures are from Roof Menders projects, the same contractor. If you have questions, just call 610-941-1051 for a chat.