Performance of Polyvinyl Chloride Roofing: An Overview.
Performance of Polyvinyl Chloride Roofing: An Overview.
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Rossiter, W. J., Jr.; Paroli, R. M.
Sustainable Low-Slope Roofing Workshop Proceedings. Oak
Ridge National Laboratory. October 9-10, 1996, Oak
Ridge, TN, 15-29 pp, 1997.
Sponsor:
Department of Energy, Washington, DC
Keywords:
polyvinyl chloride; roofing (finishes); building
technology; durability; low slope roofing; membrane;
roofs; sustainable roofing
Abstract:
This paper provides an overview of durability issues
related to the performance of polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
membrane roofing. The overview highlights those areas
of PVC performance that have been problematic sothat
they can be eliminated or at least reduced
significantly. Eliminating the more common, recurring
problems will allow major strides to be taken toward the
development of sustainable roofs.
Building and Fire Research Laboratory
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Gaithersburg, MD 20899