Cool roofing, born in the United States, is increasingly attracting attention in the building sector. He promises concrete benefits for roofs and energy consumption. But what exactly is that? Why adopt it? What budget to provide? We explain everything to you.
Global warming requires, many solutions are now envisaged to reduce energy consumption: cool roofing is one of them. What is it exactly? Cool roofing is a process for all types of buildings, which consists in applying white paint on the roof in order to create a reflective effect that can offer many advantages to energy -consuming constructions. Indeed, opting for cool roofing allows the roof to absorb less heat. Thus, the freshness in the interior of the building is preserved and makes it possible to limit air conditioning needs and reduce energy leaks.
The cool roofing technique is also a real asset to preserve the waterproofing of the roof and extend the lifespan, because the type of applied paint also makes it possible to protect the roof from any damage caused by overheating.
But cool roofing mainly has an ecological and economic impact of size, since it contributes to achieving significant energy savings for businesses as well as for individuals.
The paint used for cool roofing
There Cool Roofing recipe drew his inspiration from the laundered lime roofs with which the Greek houses are coated. This technique can be based on two processes:
- In the form of reflective thermal paint to the formula inspired by NASA research
- In the form of PVC membranes or Bitumen elastomer Reinforced by a polyester reinforcement protected by a lacquer or a thermofusible film with reflective properties
Can individuals adopt cool roofing?
Cool roofing can apply to all types of buildingswhether of a commercial, industrial or residential nature. As a result, individuals can also benefit from the many advantages offered by cool roofing, Because in addition to being economic and ecological, this system clearly improves the living conditions of city dwellers by fighting the effects of urban heat island.
And the price?
The average price excluding tax for the installation of a reflective white thermal paint specific to cool roofing is between 20 euros and 30 euros per m². However, if you want to have a specific price, the best is to get closer to a professional in the matter who will be able to provide you with a quote established according to the surface to be treated.
