{"title":"Roof Coatings \u0026 Reflective Paints","description":"\u003cp\u003eLiquid-applied coatings for maintaining, protecting and refurbishing existing flat roofs — from solar reflective white topcoats that cut summer heat and UV damage, through to cold-applied liquid rubber systems for sealing and re-waterproofing a tired covering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoatings extend the life of a roof you already have. If the covering itself has reached the end of its life, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberroofuk.uk\/collections\/epdm-membranes\"\u003eEPDM membranes\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberroofuk.uk\/collections\/grp-fibreglass-roofing\"\u003eGRP roofing kits\u003c\/a\u003e replace it outright.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"liquid-rubber-roof-coating-cold-applied-waterproofing-system","title":"Brush-On Liquid Rubber Roof Coating – Cold-Applied Waterproofing System, 3.78L \u0026amp; 18.9L","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld felt starting to blister, a GRP roof weeping at the joints, or a run of flashing that's given up before the rest of the roof has? A brush-applied liquid rubber coating is often the fastest way back to watertight, without stripping the existing roof covering back to deck. This is a water-based, cold-applied liquid rubber membrane that goes on by brush, roller or airless sprayer straight over sound felt, asphalt, GRP, concrete, masonry, metal and timber, curing to a flexible, seamless, fully bonded rubber skin with no seams or laps for water to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold-applied — no blowtorches, hot bitumen or specialist welding equipment needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForms a seamless, fully bonded elastomeric membrane with no joints or seams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-based formula: low odour, solvent-free, safe for use in occupied buildings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStays flexible through UK freeze-thaw cycles rather than cracking like old bituminous paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrush, roller or spray-applied — suited to detail work and larger open areas alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefurbishing worn felt, asphalt and GRP flat roofs; sealing failing box gutters, parapet details and chimney flashings; treating balconies, decks and planter boxes; general above-ground waterproofing on concrete, masonry, timber and metal. On EPDM rubber roofs it's most useful as a detail-repair coating around upstands, pipe penetrations and old patch repairs rather than as a substitute for a proper EPDM membrane on the main roof field — for new EPDM installations, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberroofuk.uk\/collections\/epdm-membranes\"\u003eEPDM membrane range\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the black waterproofing coating — the product for sealing and re-waterproofing. If your roof is already watertight and the problem is summer heat and UV ageing, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberroofuk.uk\/products\/solar-reflective-roof-coating-white-fibre-reinforced\"\u003ewhite Solar Reflective Roof Coating\u003c\/a\u003e is the reflective topcoat for that job, and the two are often used together: waterproof first with this, then reflect the heat with the white topcoat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"6\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCoverage (2-coat system)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.78 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~1.9–2.5m² per coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrush, roller or spray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTouch dry within hours, full cure over several days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.9 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~9.3–12.5m² per coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrush, roller or spray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTouch dry within hours, full cure over several days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#555;\"\u003eCoverage is a guide for a standard two-coat application and will vary with substrate porosity and application method — always apply a small test area first on porous or previously coated substrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; ordering guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurfaces must be clean, dry and free of loose material before coating — our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberroofuk.uk\/products\/epdm-weathered-membrane-cleaner-1l-rubber-roof-uk\"\u003eEPDM Weathered Membrane Cleaner\u003c\/a\u003e is a good option for degreasing and preparing old membrane or flashing details before recoating. For detail work around upstands and penetrations where a belt-and-braces seal is wanted, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberroofuk.uk\/products\/epdm-lap-sealant-rubber-roof-uk\"\u003eEPDM Lap Sealant\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberroofuk.uk\/products\/epdm-rubber-roof-primer-high-strength-bonding-primer-for-flashings-detail-work\"\u003eEPDM Rubber Roof Primer\u003c\/a\u003e pair well as a finishing detail. Order the 3.78L size for small repairs, balconies and detail work, and the 18.9L size for full roof refurbishment — as a guide, one 18.9L tub covers a two-coat system across a roughly 9–12m² roof, so measure your roof area and add a margin for detail work and a second coat before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I apply this directly over old roofing felt or asphalt?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, provided the surface is sound, clean and free of standing water or loose material — this is one of its main uses, refurbishing tired felt and asphalt roofs without a full strip-back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many coats do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA minimum two-coat system is recommended for a fully waterproof result; the coverage figures above assume two coats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it compatible with EPDM rubber roofing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt bonds well to EPDM for detail and repair work (patches, upstand dressing, old repair touch-ups), but it isn't a substitute for a bonded EPDM membrane across a full roof field — use it as a repair\/refurbishment coating rather than a primary EPDM system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich size do I need for my roof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasure the area to be coated in m², then choose the tub that comfortably covers a two-coat application with some margin — see the coverage table above. For larger commercial areas, order multiple 18.9L tubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it delivered and how long does it take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth sizes are dispatched from UK stock on a standard tail-lift\/parcel delivery service; typical UK mainland delivery is 2–5 working days from order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Rubber Roof UK","offers":[{"title":"3.78 Litres","offer_id":45995508531391,"sku":"RRUK-LRC-3.78L","price":96.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18.9 Litres","offer_id":45995508564159,"sku":"RRUK-LRC-18.9L","price":339.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0598\/1804\/9727\/files\/nVhTBKUvJbYBtSnid0HaGiYqfPadVxkK4J_M0Bvn63ZaQOTcCOWnCwhxzJScPBjY-V-i0zmRKX5QQqB4f9m2TI63R2c5Dv_zctIANsw3kdvBMmXn8n1f2bVGnXN28Gph6z0sk49cNd-E5BAQw_HIUZtVbeUUsxAACggiA6_FV9o.jpg?v=1786382382"},{"product_id":"solar-reflective-roof-coating-white-fibre-reinforced","title":"Solar Reflective Roof Coating – Fibre Reinforced White Heat-Reflective Topcoat, 5kg \u0026amp; 20kg","description":"\u003cp\u003eBy late July a dark flat roof in full sun can reach surface temperatures far above the air temperature — and everything underneath pays for it. The room below is uncomfortable, and the roof covering itself ages faster: felt softens and blisters, bitumen bleeds, membranes and adhesives work harder through every heat cycle. A brilliant-white solar reflective coating bounces that heat back off the roof instead of letting it soak in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a fibre-reinforced, one-coat white topcoat for existing flat roofs. It goes on cold by brush, roller or squeegee over sound felt, asphalt, concrete, metal or timber, and cures to a tough, flexible, highly reflective white film. The embedded fibres bridge and reinforce as the coating cures, so it copes with the small movements and hairline crazing that come with an ageing roof rather than cracking over them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly solar reflective — keeps the roof surface and the room below measurably cooler in summer sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtects the existing covering from UV and heat cycling, extending the life of a sound but tired roof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFibre reinforced, so it resists cracking and splitting as the roof moves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-coat, cold-applied, ready to use straight from the tub — no primer, no mixing, no hot works\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBonds to felt, asphalt, concrete, metal and timber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this is for — and what it isn't\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink of this as a \u003cstrong\u003eprotective and reflective topcoat for a roof that is already watertight\u003c\/strong\u003e: summer heat management, UV protection, and buying years of extra life out of a sound covering. It is not the product for chasing an active leak or rebuilding a failed roof. For that, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberroofuk.uk\/products\/liquid-rubber-roof-coating-cold-applied-waterproofing-system\"\u003eBrush-On Liquid Rubber Roof Coating\u003c\/a\u003e is the waterproofing repair system, and for a full re-cover our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberroofuk.uk\/collections\/epdm-membranes\"\u003eEPDM membrane range\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberroofuk.uk\/products\/complete-grp-fibreglass-roofing-kit-with-tools-450g\"\u003eGRP roofing kit\u003c\/a\u003e replace the covering outright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"6\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre-reinforced solar reflective roof coating, one coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar reflective white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 1–2 kg per m², depending on substrate porosity and texture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrush, roller or squeegee — cold applied, ready to use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTouch dry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24–48 hours, weather dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubstrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFelt, asphalt, concrete, metal, timber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProperties\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar reflective, UV resistant, weatherproof, flexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5kg (covers approx. 2.5–5m²) · 20kg (covers approx. 10–20m²)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#555;\"\u003eCoverage is a guide only. Rough, porous or previously coated surfaces absorb more — always allow a margin and test a small area first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication \u0026amp; ordering guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork on a dry roof with settled weather ahead, and get the surface properly clean first — loose grit, moss, algae and old dirt will stop any coating bonding, so sweep thoroughly and degrease where needed; our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberroofuk.uk\/products\/epdm-weathered-membrane-cleaner-1l-rubber-roof-uk\"\u003eWeathered Membrane Cleaner\u003c\/a\u003e is useful on greasy or heavily weathered areas. Deal with any actual defects before coating, not after: seal splits and open laps with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberroofuk.uk\/products\/epdm-lap-sealant-rubber-roof-uk\"\u003eEPDM Lap Sealant\u003c\/a\u003e or the black liquid rubber system, let them cure, then apply the reflective topcoat across the whole roof for an even finish. Measure your roof area in m² and order to the upper end of the coverage range — one 20kg tub suits a roof of roughly 10–20m², so a typical garage needs two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this stop a leak?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — treat it as protection for a roof that is already watertight. Repair splits, blisters and failed laps first with a waterproofing product, let them cure, then coat over the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much cooler will my roof actually be?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA white reflective surface absorbs far less solar heat than a black one, so surface temperatures drop substantially in direct sun and the space below stays noticeably more comfortable. The exact difference depends on your roof build-up, insulation and orientation, so we don't quote a figure we can't stand behind for your specific roof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it over an EPDM rubber roof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is formulated for felt, asphalt, concrete, metal and timber. EPDM is a different surface chemistry — if you want to reflect heat off an EPDM roof, contact us first rather than assuming compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need two coats?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is designed as a one-coat system. On very porous or dark surfaces a second coat improves both opacity and reflectivity, so order accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen is the best time to apply it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDry, mild weather with no rain forecast for 24–48 hours. Late spring and early summer are ideal — the coating is fully cured before the hottest weeks arrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Rubber Roof UK","offers":[{"title":"5kg","offer_id":45997079953599,"sku":"RRUK-SOLREF-5KG","price":154.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20kg","offer_id":45997079986367,"sku":"RRUK-SOLREF-20KG","price":554.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0598\/1804\/9727\/files\/QIhB3Ji3i1E62S_SMK_AEd-5vaD1twosBLan4KWDnQYItXDmeqWKgOkYyAQvyhNlW-8pHgsGioljUyZZ66BykKxDIRkR_MaV2bBLAXnJMC27hmiiZpN5eIhWGhXiw0CVpL8NhoBFj9xBE0wMYtisHKuwGX3dFdyMf2qOdjrNZNU.jpg?v=1786393252"}],"url":"https:\/\/rubberroofuk.uk\/collections\/roof-coatings-amp-reflective-paints.oembed","provider":"Rubber Roof UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}