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3 types of single-ply
Learn about the pros and cons of these commonly found single-ply systems. Single-ply roofing has been around for a few decades, first becoming more popular in the 1990s. During that time, there were three types of single-ply that were popular, EPDM, PVC and Hypalon. As time went on, TPO emerged ...
Roof deck damage dissected
Learn methods of treating and preventing roof deck damage. Roof decks, while being a crucial part of your roofing system’s structure, can be difficult to maintain. This is because roof decks sit below the roofing system, making assessment of damages hard. In an episode of the Understanding Roof Restoration ...
Head south with CRRC this June
By Emma Peterson. Kick off your summer with the Cool Roof Rating Council’s annual meeting on June 11, 2025! The Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC)’s annual meeting is back for another year! The CRRC’s annual meeting is a great opportunity for professionals across the industry to learn about the latest cool roof ...
Recovering TPO, PVC, EPDM, and other interesting single ply’s
Listen in as Greg Hlavaty and Hal Leland, the experts from Western Colloid, talk with host Karen Edwards about restoring single-ply roof systems. They share what to look for, what restoration systems are appropriate for the different types of membranes and some tips for success. Listen to the podcast today!
Learn to see every roof as a restoration opportunity
CCS Influencer Greg Hlavaty says that you should start by assuming that all roofs are restoration opportunities and then work backwards, looking for reasons not to restore. I am going to start off by saying that in my 50 years of experience I have found that over 60% of reroofs have ...
Cool roofs, VOCs and insulation: The future of the coatings industry
By Emma Peterson. Learn how regulations and building codes in California are shaping the direction of the coatings industry. In this episode of CoatingsTalk, Greg Hlavaty and Hal Leland of Western Colloid stopped by The Coffee Shops to talk to Karen Edwards about what is shaping the coatings industry today, and what ...
The importance of a word: The difference between roof coatings and roof coating systems
As the coating sector continues to grow in popularity, this podcast featuring Western Colloid experts is a great way to refresh yourself on the basics. It might only be a one-word difference, but roof coatings and roof coating systems actually refer to quite different things. As the popularity of roof restoration ...
Setting up a successful project: The staging space
By Emma Peterson. Western Colloid shares a variety of tips and tricks in this video to help you understand what a properly set up job site looks like. Western Colloid is a great resource in the coatings industry. With over 50 years of experience, their expert team has seen it all and ...
Take your low-slope knowledge up a level
By Emma Peterson. Make sure to like, comment, subscribe and expand your understanding through this incredible resource. If you’re in the roofing industry or simply want to expand your knowledge of low-slope roofing, Western Colloid's YouTube channel is a must-watch. With over 100 videos, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re looking for ...
The Coffee Shops™ Announce 2025 Influencers
Our Influencers program celebrates its ninth year of giving back to the industries it serves. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning websites where the industries meet for technology, information and everyday business, announces the 2025 Influencers for RoofersCoffeeShop (RCS), MetalCoffeeShop® (MCS), CoatingsCoffeeShop® (CCS) and RCS en Español. Each month, ...
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