Rv Tpo Roofing Details

Short for thermoplastic polyolefin tpo is a single ply roofing membrane that offers excellent performance at a cost effective price.

Rv tpo roofing details. To purchase please contact your local rv dealer. It is mainly because tpo is actually a new roofing product. Hold your cursor over the file name to view when a drawing was last updated. Tpo stands for thermoplastic polyolefin which just a short way of stating the primary chemical composition of the roof membrane.

Diflex ii is embossed with a light pebble pattern to dull harsh reflections and provide a classic look. 10 x 40 45 mil white tpo rv rubber roof kit membrane adhesive flashing caulking brand. Tpo roofing comes in a wide variety of colors suiting the tastes of most rv enthusiasts. Firestone has developed cad drawings of its tpo installation details to assist roofing professionals with the specification of firestone tpo roofing systems.

If you are looking to install a single ply roofing membrane that will be energy efficient and are evaluating your options consider tpo thermoplastic olefin roofing. Tpo is touted to have the benefits of two of its direct competitors epdm and pvc roofs but without the drawbacks and extra costs. Tpo s long term heat uv and natural fungal resistance plus flexibility without need for plasticizers also make tpo a reliable low slope roofing system. Also it is still an experimental product so you may have a difficult time figuring out whether it can last longer than you expected.

It easily conforms to most rv roofing surfaces for a snug tight fit. An epdm rv roof ethylene propylene diene monomer or a tpo rv roof thermal poly olefin. A tpo roof on an rv consists of a single ply roofing membrane. Heat welded seams provide superior strength.

Everguard tpo prefabricated accessories deliver consistent quality and eliminate the worry and problems often associated with field fabrication. Tpo roofing membranes are quite to detect though when it comes to its longevity. Unlike standard tpo diflex ii is extremely flexible and is as supple as most epdm. Epdm on the other hand is more durable and at just 80 cents a square foot a much more affordable choice.

However due to their questionable longevity it is still a bit too early for tpo to become the top roofing material for rvs but it is getting there. Manufacturer the lottes companies part number 85434006700 item model number 456987 is discontinued by manufacturer no item package quantity 1. Each type of rv rubber roof requires slightly different maintenance so be sure to consult your owner s manual for the proper way to care for your roof. Rubber tpo probably the most common material for an rv roof and actually comes in two different types.

The detail drawings are grouped by details and can be downloaded below in dwg or pdf format.