The old roofer suggested how to paint the slate so that the paint does not burn out, there was no moss and cracks

In Soviet times, the roofs of all houses were covered with slate. Even today, it has an advantage over modern roofing materials.

Experienced builders say that there is nothing better than slate. Reliability, durability, low cost - these are the main advantages of slate. Minus in the outwardly boring look and snow removal from the roof (if the roof slope is small). Snow rolls off better from smooth surfaces (profiled sheet, metal tile).

Over time, the roof can "bloom", turn green and overgrow with moss and lichen.

Due to moss, slate deteriorates and becomes brittle. It can even break, chips, holes are formed and then the roof leaks. If the degree of slate loosening is large, the slate crumbles, then it is better to replace the sheets with new ones. If the moss has just begun to appear, then it is better to treat the surface, having previously cleaned off the affected areas of the slate.

Cleaning is underway mechanically, chemically or using a pressure washer. If the roof is old, the sink can crumble the surface. There are special nozzle brushes for a grinder or a drill. You can just walk with a stiff brush by hand. After cleaning, a slate protection agent is applied: paint, water repellent.

What is the best way to paint a slate roof? 4 the best remedy

1. Water repellent - a special agent for protecting surfaces from moisture, penetrates deep into the slate and removes moss. For example, Tiprom W. A liter costs about 300 rubles. Consumption: a liter of product is enough for 6 sq.m.

2. Someone treats places with moss and lichen with hydrogen peroxide. Those products that are sold for swimming pools are suitable.

3. To make the snow slide off the roof "like clockwork" and there is no moss, you can paint with car paint in several layers.

Only dilute the paint with solvent 1: 1. Of course, a special slate paint is sold, but according to reviews it will fade and peel off over time. Some say that slate gives off something and that it ruins the paint. But this is just a guess.

4. One familiar builder (an experienced craftsman, has been working with the roof for 30 years) suggested that the best thing is rubber paint. For example, paint DALI. Moderately thick, lies flat, pleasant to work with paint.

Good adhesion, dries quickly enough (in 2 hours). The paint is matte, the color will not fade. Consumption: 12 kg. by 60 sq.m. (1 kg. paint is enough for one layer of 5 sq.m.). Even small cracks will be closed.

You can paint with a spray gun or manually with a brush, roller. Better 2 times so that the color is uniform. Odorless paint for facades and roofs.