- We also stock installation kits for trade roofers and DIY enthusiasts, comprising all the necessary tools.
- For easy-to-follow installation guides on successfully installing our roofing system with a professional finish, visit our online Training Hub.
- See our calculator to get the right material, trims and adhesives
Everything You Need to Know
EPDM stands for ethylene propylene diene monomer, the chemical name of synthetic rubber useful in a wide range of applications, including flat roofs, door and window seals in vehicles, non-slip coatings for playgrounds and decks, and much more. Read more.
The ethylene, propylene and diene monomer can be crosslinked via Sulfur vulcanisation. EPDM is an M-Class rubber, meaning it is an elastomer with a saturated chain of the polyethene type (the M here originates from the more proper term polyethene). EPR was the predecessor of EPDM, but it could only be crosslinked with peroxides and other radical techniques. Thanks to adding the diene units, the process of creating rubber became much easier.
- EPDM and other kinds of rubber with saturated polymer backbones are much more resistant to ozone, light and heat than the unsaturated variants, such as SBR, natural rubber, or polychloroprene (Neoprene). It can be prepared so that it can withstand temperatures as high as 150 °C.
With correct installation, an EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) roofing membrane can be used as a reliable roofing material for flat roofs or other types of outdoor solutions and last for many years — even decades — without much damage.
What is EPDM Roofing?
- EPDM roofing is a catch-all term covering a wide range of rubber roofing systems. Generally, solutions include a one-layer rubber roof membrane
There are a wide range of rubber uses, but the most common one is the one associated with the low-pitched and flat roofing system. This is because rubber membranes are famous for offering high performance, high life expectancy, and high resistance to weathering. Moreover, a flat roofing material like this is amazingly simple to install.
Similarly to many other elastomers, EPDM rubber shows high tear resistance and tensile strength. However, there is another quality that makes it special when it comes to the roofing system's suitability — it can bear all the environmental conditions you can think of. For instance, these membranes can endure UV rays, ozone, and extreme cold or heat. Such weather resistance makes it excellent for any flat roofing project, even those that must be conducted in very demanding circumstances.
Choose Rubber Roofing Direct for a high-performance rubber roof that is trusted by homeowners and trade customers across the UK. If you have any questions before you buy materials for your project, contact our team of experts on 01306 776626 or at info@rubberroofingdirect.co.uk.
