Silver coating is a protective finish for compatible asphalt-based surfaces. It does not replace a seam repair, secure loose flashing, or repair wet decking. Choose the coating after identifying the roof and repairing the source of leakage.

What to check first

  • Confirm the coating is approved for the underlying material.
  • Remove loose or flaking coatings before the repair.
  • Follow the selected coating's preparation and application instructions.

Treat silver coating as a protective finish

  1. Verify the approved substrate

    Read the coating instructions for the exact roof material. Do not assume an aluminum coating belongs on EPDM or on an unknown previous coating.

  2. Repair first

    A finish does not repair loose seams, failed flashing, wet insulation, or damaged decking. Complete a suitable leak repair and follow its cure and overcoating requirements.

  3. Prepare for adhesion

    Remove loose or failing material as directed and use a clean, dry surface. With Turbo Poly Seal, follow Bergstrom’s current protective-finish guidance rather than assuming every silver coating is suitable.

Watch the field examples

These archive demonstrations show individual projects. Use the current guidance above and Bergstrom’s published instructions if an older video shows a different product or method. Torch work shown in installation videos is professional work.

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From the project archive

Karnak Aluminum Asphalt Silver Paint for flat roofs
Historical project photo · Flat Roof Doctor
Henry-Fibered-Aluminum-Paint or Silver Coating can be bought at Home Depot
Historical project photo · Flat Roof Doctor
Roof detail from the original Flat Roof Doctor project
Historical project photo · Flat Roof Doctor

Product reference: Bergstrom Industries’ published knowledge catalog. Follow the latest product label and safety information. Historical project examples are educational and are not a specification for every roof.