Re-coating Your RV Roof & Preparing it for Post-Covid-19 World…!!

Recoating your RV/Motorhome isn’t that difficult as some people might think. The only thing you need is a careful attention to RV Roof Coating Application instructions which are outlined in this article.

 
To avoid problems, please pay special attention to the following points:

1. Do not use silicone as a caulk sealant. Remove any previously used silicone sealant.

2. Do not use RV commercial roof cleaners. Instead go for laundry detergent and warm water.

3. Never assume that a RV roof is clean because there will be oil residues, trees saps and other loose material.

Surface Preparation
Remove all loose caulking or sealants. Caulk or sealant which is in good shape can be remain intact and should not be removed. Then power wash the entire RV and use laundry detergent and brittle brush. Avoid using dish washing detergents or commercial RV cleaners. Clean the RV roof from dirt, grease and oil residues. Let the RV completely dry before you apply any roof coating. If you are worried about getting roof coating to the sides of RV then use a plastic vapor barrier as an apron around the edge of the roof using masking tape. For cleanup, use xylene.

RV Application

Apply the roof coating outdoors in well-ventilated area. Don’t use your indoors unless there is paint booth with approved ventilation, also use a respirator. Extinguish any source of ignition as uncured product is a flammable liquid. Keep the product at room temperature for ease of application. Apply the roof coating using paint brushes and nap rollers. Don’t miss any area and apply thoroughly into all seams around vents and air conditioners, as well as all perimeter seams. Don’t apply a second coat until absolutely necessary. Let the coating to dry completely and wait for 24-hours before going on to next RV journey.

Covid-19 Safety Alert:” when you are on any RV site or campground maintain or exceed social distancing set by the WHO and CDC. Your accommodation should exceed the CDC requirement of (6 feet or 2 meters) apart.

Using an RV roof repair coating is beneficial in a number of ways. No one wants to deal with a leaky roof time and again so investing in right roofing materials is essential to maintaining a proper RV.

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