ClassicBond® 1.2mm EPDM Rubber Roof Membrane
ClassicBond® One Piece EPDM Rubber Roof Membrane
ClassicBond® EPDM Is the original EPDM roofing system with a proven track record of over 50 years service life. Recognised as one of the most reliable, durable and sustainable materials for your flat roof. ClassicBond is manufactured by Carlisle-Syntec who pioneered EPDM roofing systems in the 1960’s
BBA Certified & preferred by roofing professionals, ClassicBond is tangibly more pliable, slate grey in colour and is the ideal EPDM rubber roof covering for both large and small flat roofs.
Specification
The rubber roof EPDM membrane is sold by the running metre from large pre-joined sheets starting at 0.5m in width and increasing in 0.5m increments up to 30.5 metres in length, by 15.25 metres in width. This means no on-site joining is required as long as the roof does not exceed these measurements and makes the ClassicBond EPDM the best for quick and easy installation.
ClassicBond EPDM is available in two thicknesses:
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1.2mm (standard)
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1.52mm (commercial)
Why Choose ClassicBond®?
The ClassicBond roof system is designed to be cost effective and much faster than traditional roofing systems. For most applications the membrane is cut to the size of your roof and supplied as one single piece, trimmed to size and finished off with the correct drip, kerb edge and wall up-stand trims.
ClassicBond is available in two thickness’s 1.2mm (Standard) and 1.52mm (Commercial)
As EPDM is not affected by extremes of temperature the membrane will not crack, peel or split.
The rubber roof membrane is sold by the running metre cut from large sheets measuring: 0.5m, 1m, 1.5m, 2m, 2.5m, 3.0m etc right up to 15.25m in width by 30.5 metres in length. So that’s no joins required if the roof is no bigger than 15.25 metres x 30.5 metres.
You might also need
If you’re buying for a new roof or replacing an old one, you will need to consider the following components in your roof kit...
- Adhesives
- Tapes
- Drains
- Edge Trims
- Tools
SKU |
CB-12 |
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Stock Type |
Warehouse Fulfilled |
Thickness |
1.20 mm |
Max Length |
30.5 m |
Brand Name |
ClassicBond |
Which Thickness of rubber roofing membrane should I buy? (1.2mm or 1.5mm)
Both the 1.2mm and 1.5mm EPDM rubber membranes are perfect for residential and commercial projects alike. 1.2mm membrane is a trusted product by our roofing customers and our most popular item for a good reason. 1.5mm membrane tends to lay a little easier due to the thickness and can also provide a smoother looking finished flat roof. We would recommend 1.5mm if there is going to be anything overlayed on top of the rubber like decking, screed and tiles or even a green roof.
How can I tell which way up the membrane is supposed to be?
Whilst EPDM rubber membrane has no right side up, you will notice only one side has writing on it, this is from the manufacturer and has some information about the rubber. You can lay this side down to the decking for a cleaner looking finish, this can be useful if the roof can be seen from a window for example.
Is it safe to walk on an EPDM rubber roof
EPDM rubber membrane is an extremely tough material that will easily handle light foot traffic, such as when it's being installed. However, it is important to make sure no sharp objects are introduced onto the membrane from boots or tools, check our video for a proper explanation of how to make sure you don't set a foot wrong
Are The EPDM Membranes Guaranteed?
ClassicBond®, ClassicBond Pro™ and RESITRIX® all have a life expectancy of 50 years. However, if you have attended our training course we are able to offer a 20-year EPDM guarantee.
Applying for an EPDM guarantee is quick and easy, simply email us a photo of your completed roof along with your order number and the guarantee will be issued directly to you or your customer.
If you would like us a find a certified installer near you, please call or email us.
Can EPDM Withstand Hard Impacts From Outside Conditions? Such As Branches Falling On It Or A Bird Pecking On It?
Along with a life expectancy of 50 years and beyond, EPDM rubber can stand up to quite some force from outside elements, in our video below we explore what different objects falling on the rubber will do to it and how much damage it takes to actually penetrate the membrane! Prepare to be surprised!
My roof has a small hole which is causing a leak, how easy is it to repair this?
One of the most evident benefits of EPDM rubber roofing is that it can be repaired very quickly and easily, allowing you to catch a problem before it turns into something much bigger! Supplied as a 6 inch strip, any small hole or rip can be sealed effectively with our repair patch kits. This easy-to-use patch, primer and brush combination will ensure you can safely patch any minor damage to the roof.
Link to the kit here!
Does It Have To Be Dry For EPDM Roofing To Be Laid?
EPDM membranes require the substrate to be dry prior to installation so that the adhesive & primers can effectively bond the rubber to the roof deck. EPDM products will not adhere to wet or damp surfaces. It is important to bear in mind that trapped moisture within the deck may vaporize and negatively affect the performance of the membrane.
If you would like more tips on when to install your EPDM roofing check out the video below.
Will My EPDM Membrane Have A Join?
All membranes do have manufactures joins as supplied to us. Depending on the spacing of the joins and the size of the piece being cut off the roll sometimes there is no manufacturers join in the membrane.
All EPDM membranes whether it is Firestone, ClassicBond or SKYGUARD have these joins and they are unavoidable, however, the big advantage is that it is supplied to you in one piece as our website states which means you don't have to do any onsite joins where workmanship could be a factor.
What is The Life Expectancy of EPDM Rubber Roofs?
EPDM Rubber roofs have a 50 year life expectancy.
EPDM has been in commercial use since the 1960s. And many of those roofs are still around today.
How Thick are ClassicBond Roofing Membranes?
ClassicBond Roof membranes are available in two thicknesses. The Standard membrane is 1.2mm thick and the Premium membranes is 1.5mm
Can a ClassicBond EPDM Rubber Membrane be laid over an existing roof covering
EPDM membranes can be installed onto a veriety of surfaces. For best results we recommend that the membrane be laid onto new Timber sheets (OSB3). This fresh new deck can however be laid stright over your existing roof covering without the need to strip the old roof .
Is Classicbond EPDM BBA Certified?
Yes. ClassicBond EPDM holds the British Board of Agrément certificate, No. 11/4853, issued to Flex-R Ltd. The BBA carries out assessment, testing, approval and certification of products and systems for the construction industry against national requirements, internationally recognized standards or other relevant technical specifications, reviewed and reissued every 3 years.
Fire Ratings
The ClassicBond system is also fire rated, the 1.2mm EPDM has a fire rating of EXT.F.AB and the 1.5mm EPDM membrane is fire rated to EXT.F.AA. Fire rating is carried out on a variety of deck surfaces and it is important to seek the certificate that relates most accurately to your roof structure.
What Temperatures Can A Rubber Roof Be Installed In?
We recommentd a minimum tempereture of 5 degrees C for EPDM installation. This is due the the WBA adhesive being water based and lower temperetures may cause the adhesive to freeze over and fail.
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