Temporary construction usually does not use expensive materials. Including for roofing. One of the budget options is the use of roofing felt. What is this material?
What is only
Tol is a type of roofing felt, roofing paper impregnated with coal or tar products, sprinkled with sand or mineral chips. The material is not very durable, but quite cheap, so it is still popular, despite the abundance of new, modern coatings. Roofing felt, roofing material are usually used in the construction of temporary buildings. For permanent structures, more durable materials are used.
Application
What can roofing paper be used for? The technical characteristics of the material allow it to be used for various purposes, depending on the type of dressing. If it is sandy, you can use roofing felt for waterproofing foundations and for roofs of various temporary buildings. Coarse-grained dressing allows you to use the material for the top layer of flat roofing. For example, for sheds and garages.
Does not have a cover layer and sprinkling special waterproofing roofing. Characteristics allow you to protect the foundation, basement and floor from moisture, thanks towhy it is often laid under the tiles in the bathroom. By itself, concrete passes moisture, so the use of this type of material in this case is fully justified and effective. In addition to insulation against water and steam, roofing paper can be used as lining material for multi-layer roofs.
Pros and cons
What are the advantages of only? Its technical characteristics do not require special skills when working with the material. Due to the light weight of the rolls, it is possible to work with roofing paper without a partner. The flexibility of the material allows it to be laid at any angle. It will protect the building from rain and snow, from condensation. Tol is an inexpensive material, which allows it to be used in the construction of temporary structures, summer cottages or outbuildings and does not cause serious damage to the budget.
There are also well-known disadvantages that should also be considered when choosing how to cover the roof of the garage or what to use for waterproofing the foundation. Tol is easily flammable, not resistant to external influences. In the ground, the material will require additional protection, as well as when using it as a top layer in the roof. In terms of durability, it is inferior to many modern coatings. Roofing waterproofing will not be one hundred percent. Low temperatures lead to the appearance of cracks on the surface of the material, so it is advisable to lay it in several layers, so you can extend the life of the coating and make it more reliable. Tol is not a decorative material, its appearance is unpresentable, and there is no choice of colors. However, he is all fansstill finds, primarily due to its low price and ease of work with it.
Maintenance of tar paper roof
It is necessary to remove fallen leaves and snow from the roof in a timely manner. Particular attention should be paid to this in autumn and spring. At least once every five years, it will be necessary to repair damaged areas and restore the protective coating, which is why roofing paper is usually not used in the construction of capital structures.
Modern analogues
Glass cloth impregnated with bitumen on both sides serves as the basis for glass roofing material. This material is quite strong and biostable. Typically used for coating industrial buildings and waterproofing.
Rubemast is a built-up material, roofing board with high-quality bituminous impregnation, surface dressing and with the addition of plasticizers. At the moment it is considered the most effective type of roofing material. Its cost is not too high, so it is in great demand.
Euroroofing material based on polyester, fiberglass or fiberglass will last longer, perfect for waterproofing.
The choice of material depends on the purpose of its use. Various characteristics of types of roofing material allow you to choose the most suitable option.
Tol is not the most durable roofing and waterproofing material, but it has a low cost, which makes it quite popular when covering the roof of temporary structures andprotecting the foundation from moisture.
