Why Choose Bitumen as a Roof System?

SikaShield Bitumen Roof

Sika's bituminous roof solutions come in two different forms: reinforced membranes and also hot melt structural waterproofing. Our bituminous membranes are formed of a reinforced; polymer modified bituminous compound, providing a high quality roof waterproofing solution. Our hot melt structural waterproofing system is an outstanding system, it is BBA certified to last the design life of the structure to which it is installed. Both bituminous technologies are robust waterproofing solutions, and have their own individual system features and benefits. However, with any roofing specification, it's important to understand where each of these technologies are most suitable and our technical team can support with bespoke design advice to suit the individual project requirements.

SikaShield® Brochure
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Sika Reinforced Bituminous Roof Systems Product Set Achieves Verification from CCPI

Single Ply CCPI

We’re delighted that Reinforced Bituminous roof systems by Sika now carry the CCPI mark, helping to provide assurance to product users that the product information for these products is clear, accurate, accessible, up-to-date and unambiguous. We’re proud to be working proactively with the CCPI to raise standards in our product information management.

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SikaShield® Reinforced Bituminous Membranes

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Build-Up of SikaShield® Bituminous Membranes

 

Bituminous membranes are a versatile technology. The correct combination of raw materials and layers can offer a variety of performance and durability aspects, therefore allowing it to be used in a wide range of applications. Below is more information on how a membrane is configured.

 

SikaShield® Hot Melt Structural Waterproofing

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Build-Up of SikaShield® Hot Melt Structural Waterproofing

Sika's hot melt structural waterproofing comprises of a liquid-applied membrane, used for inverted flat roofing areas, podiums, walkways or balconies due to its non-tracking monolithic state.

The hot melt waterproofing system is ideal for new build construction sites, as the system can be trafficked soon after installation, which is a great advantage for busy sites where other working trades require access to the roof. The durability and longevity of the system provides the perfect solution for high traffic flat roofing areas.

As a system, it can be installed all year round, and is backed with on-site support from Sika's roofing technical teams.

Typical Application Areas for Bitumen

Comet hangar roof after renovation of bitumen roof

Flat Roofing

Bitumen Terrace of Residence building in Muehlau Kirchgasse

Terraces

Application of bituminous membrane on a podium

Podiums

Builiding with green roof in the mountains

Green Roofs

Types of Bitumen Roof Technologies

Torch-applied Bituminous Membranes

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Main Uses
    • Exposed roof areas
    • Inverted roofs under protective layers of ballast 
    • Balconies and terraces
    • Protection of various substrates in a wide range of applications
    • Green roofs
    Advantages
    • Fully-bonded system
    • Resistant to the most extreme weather conditions
    • Ease of maintenance
    • Excellent mechanical properties
    • High resistance to mechanical damage and punctures

    Self-adhesive Bituminous Membranes

    bitumin example 2
    Main Uses
    • Combustable substrates
    • Small areas or those areas with difficult access
    Advantages
    • Flame free applciation
    • NFRC Safe2Torch compliant
    • Quicker installation
    • Excellent adhesion, even at low temperatures

    Bituminous Roofing Projects

    Portland Primary School

    Birkenhead, Mersyside

    Portland Primary School

    Birkenhead, Mersyside
    2020
    Part of the Co-op Academies Trust since 2018, Portland School in Birkenhead is a primary school for children aged 3-11. Attended by Everton and England footballing legend of the 1920s and 30s, Dixie Dean, the main school building has had many additions over time, resulting in a roof with 24 roof areas at varying levels and with various roof build-ups. The whole of this 1600m2 roof was in need of refurbishment as part of a programme of maintenance and upgrades following the school’s transition to academy status.

    Cyns Tavern, Little Hulton in Salford

    Salford

    Cyns Tavern, Little Hulton in Salford

    Salford
    2019
    Cyns Tavern, is a traditional community pub located in the Little Hulton area of Salford. Since its construction in the 1970s it has maintained its popularity with local residents.

    Castlemead, London Borough of Southwalk

    London

    Castlemead, London Borough of Southwalk

    London
    2019
    The vacant building was undergoing an internal refurbishment project, delivered by fit out specialist, Paragon, and as part of these works the main contractor brought in roofing specialist, Hambro Roofing, to carry out some repairs to the existing felt roof.