Preserve the Charm of your Roof by Choosing the Right Primer

1. Preserve the Charm of your Roof by Choosing the Right Primer

2. Once you get a sturdy roof over your head, the next thing you want to emphasise on is its stability and aesthetics. • Painting your roof is the most common option you would think of in this scenario. Applying the primer as a first step not only allows the paint coating to properly adhere to the roof surface but also provides a stable texture while increasing the lifespan of the roof. • Apart from that, primer has the ability to repair a leaking roof as well, resultantly, providing a sturdy base for roof coating material. But with so many different types of roofs out there, how do you choose the right primer? • Firstly, you can always get in touch with a professional paint company in Sydney that can recommend and provide you with an effective primer solution to meet your needs. Secondly, read on to this blog to learn about the basics and make an informed decision.

3. Why Is There A Need to Prime Before A Paint? To prepare your roof surface and help you achieve the perfect finish; it is important to prime bare uncoated roof tiles. The importance of applying the right primer can be understood in a way that it ensures a proper finish and application for the final paint coat. Moreover, priming your roof effectively prevents flaking or early weathering. But to ensure the aesthetic appeal of a roof for longer, it is advised to get in touch with a professional paint company that can provide a stable adhesive base for the defining topcoat.

4. How Do You Choose the Right Primer? • Before applying a primer on your roof, you must be aware of your roof type. Then apply the type of primer that suits your roof best. There are some primers that can be applied on both-concrete as well as asphalt roofing such as bituminous primer. Other primers include: • Bonding Primer • Aluminium Primer • Acrylic Primer • Thermoplastic Primer • Asphalt Primer • Silicon Primer • Knowing the physical property of a primer such as its absorbency and tackiness beforehand can help in the priming process.

5. Different Tiles Require Different Primer • Powdery, Oxidised and Unstable Tiles • Unstable tiles generally require a highly adhesive primer to create a solid finish. If you have such roof tiles, look for a fine particle size primer for a superior finish that levels the surface damage. • Porous or Rough Tiles • When it comes to porous/rough tiles, a high-solid primer that will be able to fill gaps and rough surface is required. Being highly absorbent in nature, porous tiles create a solid, glossy topcoat and provide longevity to the roof. • Metal Tiles or Sheeting • An anti-corrosive primer is suitable for zinc, galvanised iron and bare metal surfaces and gives a smooth finish on metal tiles or sheeting. • For proper understanding, it’s better to contact a company specialised in roof paint and primers. Professionals will use their experience and knowledge of years to suggest an appropriate and affordable solution for your property.

6. Choosing the right primer is just the start. You will further need to prepare all the surfaces before application of any product and pick a top coating that will restore your roof to its good condition. But between the primer and top coating game, you will also need to fill the surface cracks with roof cement. There are a few reliable companies in Sydney that can provide you topcoats in varied range of colours as well as professional assistance to make sure your roof lasts longer.

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