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EPDM Membrane

single-ply

A single-ply synthetic rubber membrane for low-slope roofs, valued for its long field track record and flexibility. Commonly black; ballasted, mechanically attached, or fully adhered.

Category family
single-ply
Typical lifespan
20–30 years
Typical wind resistance
FM-rated assemblies to 90-150 mph depending on attachment
Typical fire rating
Class A
Weight per square
30–45 lbs
Cost band
$$
Slope suitability
low
Typical warranty
20–30 years
Pros
  • decades-long proven field history
  • flexible across a wide temperature range
  • straightforward installation and repair
Cons
  • black membranes absorb heat unless coated
  • seams historically a maintenance point
  • less puncture resistant than some alternatives

Manufacturers

Carlisle SynTec Systems Elevate GenFlex Roofing Systems Henry Company Johns Manville Mule-Hide Products Versico Roofing Systems WeatherBond

Named products

Carlisle FleeceBACK EPDMCarlisle SynTec Systems Carlisle Sure-Seal EPDMCarlisle SynTec Systems Carlisle Sure-Seal FleeceBACK AFX EPDMCarlisle SynTec Systems Carlisle Sure-Seal and Sure-White SAT EPDMCarlisle SynTec Systems Carlisle Sure-Tough EPDMCarlisle SynTec Systems Carlisle Sure-White EPDMCarlisle SynTec Systems Elevate RubberGard EPDMElevate Elevate RubberGard EPDM PlatinumElevate Elevate RubberGard EPDM Pre-TapedElevate Elevate RubberGard EPDM SAElevate Elevate RubberGard MAX EPDMElevate GenFlex AFR EPDM MembraneGenFlex Roofing Systems GenFlex EZ EPDM Peel & Stick MembraneGenFlex Roofing Systems GenFlex II FRM EPDM MembraneGenFlex Roofing Systems GenFlex Peel & Stick EPDM FlashingGenFlex Roofing Systems GenFlex Uncured EPDM FlashingGenFlex Roofing Systems Henry EPDM MembraneHenry Company JM EPDMJohns Manville JM EPDM FIT SAJohns Manville JM EPDM NR FITJohns Manville JM EPDM Peel & Stick FlashingJohns Manville JM EPDM ReinforcedJohns Manville JM EPDM Reinforced FITJohns Manville JM White EPDM NRJohns Manville Mule-Hide EPDM Uncured Flashing MembraneMule-Hide Products Mule-Hide Gray EPDMMule-Hide Products Mule-Hide Reinforced EPDMMule-Hide Products Mule-Hide Self-Adhering EPDMMule-Hide Products Mule-Hide Standard EPDMMule-Hide Products Mule-Hide White-on-Black EPDMMule-Hide Products Versico VersiFleece EPDMVersico Roofing Systems Versico VersiGard EPDMVersico Roofing Systems Versico VersiGard QA EPDMVersico Roofing Systems Versico VersiGard White EPDMVersico Roofing Systems WeatherBond Cool Gray EPDMWeatherBond WeatherBond Non-Reinforced EPDMWeatherBond WeatherBond Peel & Stick (PAS) Non-Reinforced EPDM MembraneWeatherBond WeatherBond Peel & Stick (PAS) Reinforced EPDM MembraneWeatherBond WeatherBond Peel & Stick Uncured EPDM FlashingWeatherBond WeatherBond Reinforced EPDM MembraneWeatherBond

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