What is cool roofing? And how does it work?

What is cool roofing?

And how does it work? ❄️ 

Cool roof

The Principle

In which of these two cars would you feel hotter if the sun started shining? 

Cool roofing involves making a roof as white and reflective as possible (meaning maximizing the ratio of reflected energy to total incident energy) to deflect sunlight. This can lower the temperature inside the treated building by up to 14.8% in the summer and save up to 60% of the energy needed to air condition the building.
What about in the winter? Some coatings are designed to also reflect infrared rays emitted from inside the building, which can increase the ambient temperature by an average of 3.84°C.

Pre-Operation Expertise

INSPECT the condition of the roof

If your roof is more than ' years old, moss and lichen have probably started to grow. We can offer you an affordable product made from lactic acid and ethanol to neutralize these before applying a coating.
This product cleans and removes buildup from your roof. It contains 99.5% naturally derived substances. Its formula is eco-friendly and has no environmental classification, unlike quaternary ammonium or chlorine-based formulas. It does not foam and produces visible results in just 24 hours. Economical, it can be diluted to 50%. It is inert on materials.

EVALUATE achievable SAVINGS

Using a reflective and eco-friendly paint called "Cool Roof" has many advantages, both in summer and winter:

In the summer, the sun's rays are reflected back into space, drastically reducing the temperature on the roof's surface and, consequently, the heat transfer into the building. This results in a decrease in air conditioning use by up to 30%.
In the winter, the insulating properties of the paint protect the initial coating from moisture, which reduces energy loss.
Air quality is improved inside the building. Reducing the use of air conditioning decreases the amount of fine particles emitted, among other things.
Photovoltaic panels see their lifespan and profitability increase (because the heat on the roof surface decreases).
The paint helps to fill micro-cracks, increasing the roof's impermeability and durability.
This technique is inexpensive compared to installing a green roof, both in terms of installation and maintenance.
If applied to several buildings in the same neighborhood, it would reduce the urban heat island effect, allowing the temperature to drop by several degrees. Source: https://www.grenoble.fr/projet/416/1284-cool-roofs-toits-blancs-pour-avoir-moins-chaud.htm

 

PROPOSE THE ADAPTED SOLUTION

Depending on the condition of your roof, several solutions are possible. A liquid coating that will provide a thin, durable protective layer but is not strictly a waterproofing solution, or a cool roof waterproofing membrane that will perform both functions. We offer you the formula that best suits your needs.

propose a communication strategy

Sustainable development has led to new purchasing behaviors that demand more traceability, transparency, and environmental performance. For companies, CSR is now a lever for competitiveness, and communicating their actions is the best way to demonstrate their commitment. It would be a shame to carry out such a large-scale action without taking the opportunity to communicate its stages. Our expertise in environmental communication ensures that your approach will be known to as many people as possible.

evaluate the operation

Site inspection, temperature measurements before and after, assessment of social media impact, press articles, reports, we will give you as much information as possible about the success of your operation. 

Cool Roofing

TREAT THE ROOF AGAINST MOSS AND LICHEN

Without proper roof moss removal, moss continues to grow regardless of obstacles. It can bypass, cover, or even slightly lift coatings to continue growing.

The damage they cause to the roofing materials  will impair the water tightness of your roof. Rainwater then infiltrates these exposed areas, allowing mold to grow under the tiles. Moisture can also reach your ceilings, which will force you  to carry out extensive repairs.

Before creating a cool roof, it is necessary to have your roof in the best possible condition. It may be necessary to partially or completely remove moss to remove any elements that could affect the quality and longevity of the coating. We use an ecological product for this operation.

clean the roof

High-pressure cleaning will be carried out on the entire roof if it is not recent. On a recent roof, the surface must at least be rinsed or vacuumed to avoid any dust.

PRIMER

It is necessary to apply a layer of primer so that the membrane created by the coating is bonded to the existing coating and to prevent bituminous rising.

APPLY THE TWO COOL ROOF LAYERS

It requires two coats to achieve perfect reflectivity. The coating we use is a high-quality, durable, thermo-reflective, hybrid elastomeric acrylic coating that improves the thermal performance of the building, especially in summer.

PROTECT WITH A MINERAL RESIN

To keep the cool roof as white as possible, we apply a protective film that has anti-UV properties (anti-aging of the lower layers) and is self-cleaning.

ENSURE PROPER SITE EXECUTION

A meticulous inspection of the site will be carried out at the end of the project with touch-ups if necessary.

Art of Roof

Propose a work of art

We will suggest a graphic work related to your field of activity. Once the designs have been selected, we will ensure that they look good on your roofing.

SUPPORT YOU WITH THE ADMINISTRATIVE FILE

We ensure that your situation allows you to benefit from our system administratively and assist you with the procedures.

 

create the artwork

The artist(s) themselves will create the work on your roof. This creation could be broadcast live within your company or community.

communicate about the work and the approach

Again, you can take advantage of the media coverage surrounding your roof, which has become a COOL ART work!

ART OF ROOF

An original Cool Art work on your roof.

Art of Roof's idea is to make Art accessible to as many people as possible. Inspired by Art Nouveau, Comics and Pop Art, we will offer you light works adapted to the creation on cool roofs. Thanks to our catalog of local and international artists, you can choose the style that you like.