Experience New Possibilities With These Membrane Designs

By Colin Sheehan, RCS Reporter. 

Enhance a low slope or pitched roof while still providing unparalleled waterproofing performance. 

The Pandora’s box of roof decoration has been opened with these unique mineral color patterns now available from Bitec. These new membrane designs offer limitless possibilities with a variety of contrasting color options that are sure to impress any building owner. 

Contractors can still provide premium waterproofing protection with Bitec’s MINERAL DESIGN, which is available in both APP (atactic polypropylene) and SBS (styrene butadiene styrene) cap sheets. MINERAL DESIGN also meets all application method requirements and is manufactured at the same high standards as any other Bitec product. These decorative membranes offer both pleasing aesthetics and long-lasting roof protection.  

Other MINERAL DESIGN features include: 

• Protection from harmful dimensional stability problems with a new composite reinforcement. 

• Resistance to warps, buckles, shrinking or wrinkles with a triple reinforced spun bound polyester. 

• Enhanced compositional strength with a three-layer reinforcement: glass fiber between two layers of continuous strand non-woven polyester fabric.  

• Reliability in performance due to the bituminous mass being protected by non-woven polyester fabric. 

• Simplicity in application if incorrect storage and handling problems are avoided.  

• Resistance to tearing and deformation due to a thermally resistant insulation. This also makes the product suitable for mechanical attachment. 

MINERAL DESIGN differs from conventional granule-surfaced membranes because the granule surface is crafted into specific patterns as the granule is placed on the membrane. As MINERAL DESIGN is still a waterproofing product, it must be treated with the same care and attention. Moreover, with the pattern repeats occurring on the material, the application, storage and handling of this product needs to follow the proper techniques.  

The exclusive patterns for MINERAL DESIGN are manufactured with integrity and built to provide consistent and reliable performance. After application, this membrane has a uniform appearance and a finished, exquisite look. As long as the handling, storage and application techniques are followed, contractors can expect to see beautiful roofs at the end of every project.  

Learn more about Bitec in their RoofersCoffeeShop® Directory or visit www.bi-tec.com.