In contrast to regular roof felt synthetic underlayment is typically fabricated from man made polypropylene and polymer substances that are lightweight highly water resistant and very durable.
Synthetic felt roofing underlayment.
For these reasons nj roofing contractors increasingly use these synthetic materials instead of traditional felt.
If you are on a tight budget the best choice for your roof might be 15 felt.
Competitively priced with typical 15 and 30 asphalt felts gaf feltbuster high traction synthetic roofing felt is virtually untearable and will not absorb moisture helping to prevent wrinkling.
What is synthetic underlayment.
When most people think of roofs they typically think of shingles or metal roofing.
Traditional asphalt felt underlayments tear easily and absorb moisture leading to wrinkling that telegraphs through the shingles.
Asphalt saturated felt underlayment 5 leak barrier 5 peel stick underlayment 3 sbs modified 2 synthetic underlayment 12 tile underlayment 1 unrolled length ft 100 2 222 1.
Gaf tiger paw 1000 sq.
Sure but felt is a great choice.
Is there a better solution than felt for most roofs.
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Roofing felt offers an additional layer.
Felt has been used for generations in atlanta and has served its purpose well.
But what some may not know is there s another layer of protection directly on top of the roof deck and under the roof covering that performs a critical role in protecting your home from moisture damage.