PVC Roofing Material
We are looking at replacing our current rubber roof with PVC. I've found a lot of great information, but none says if the white PVC will discolor over time. A lot of RV's today have the new PVC roof, ...
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theoldwizard1 wrote:
If you are researching, check out TPO roofing. Be aware that it comes in multiple thicknesses. You want at least 60 mil. TPO is "heat welded"/bonded at all seams.
Both PVC and TPO have a longer life than EPDM. Most experts will tell you that the maximum life of an EPDM roof is about 10 years, but often as little as 5 years. It should be replaced, not just re-coated.
PVC is 15 years. Longevity on a TPO is anywhere between 10 to 20. Advantage, and a huge one for us, is that for a PVC, you do not have to clean it. We will rinse it off, but maintenance is not required.
