Synthetic Underlayment Proves Its Place in a Steep-Slope Roof System
Atlas Roofing
Roof underlayment got its start in the early 1800s during the California Gold Rush. During that early era, paper was laid and then tar placed on top, providing a quick and easy way to put up a roof.
With advances in material sciences and the popularity of composite materials, underlayment has evolved. Many shortcomings of the old reliable standard felt have been improved with new synthetic roof underlayment products.