Coatings - Articles | Roofing Contractor

New Products

FAR FiberSeal Base Wins Repeat Industry Award

Fluid-applied system simplifies installation, reduces errors, and expands to wall applications while supporting faster project completion and improved durability.

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 13, 2026

No Comments

Fiber-reinforced sprayable roofing product gains industry recognition for improving waterproofing efficiency and reducing labor compared to traditional seam tape and fabric methods.

Roofing Supplier News

APOC Expands Northeast Delivery of Liquid-Applied Roofing Systems, Sealants and Adhesives

APOC offers faster fulfillment for roofing contractors in the Northeast with a fleet addition that enables direct-to-jobsite delivery.

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 16, 2026

No Comments

APOC expands its delivery operation in the Northeast to better serve roofing contractors and distributors in key regional markets.

Roofing Anniversary

BITEC Celebrates 40th Anniversary in Roofing

BITEC, Inc. is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year with roots in modified bitumen technology.

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 4, 2026

No Comments

Celebrating four decades of making modified bitumen the right way without sacrificing quality.

Roofing Awards

FiberSeal Base Earns Consecutive Innovative Products Award at IRE

Fluid Applied Roofing's signature product wins "People's Choice" for second straight year.

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 18, 2026

No Comments

See which product earned the most attention from attendees of the 2026 IRE in Las Vegas.

IRE 2026 Session Preview

Understanding Metal Roofing Parts I and II

A “crash course” on metal roofing led by one of the metal industry’s leading experts

Chris Gray

January 19, 2026

No Comments

A “crash course” on metal roofing led by one of the metal industry’s leading experts.

New Products

Inland Coatings Debuts RC-2500 SEBS Roof Mastic for Seams

New medium-grade, fiber-reinforced mastic trowels or brushes on for thicker, single-pass builds at seams, flashings, and penetrations—delivering flexibility and elongation for wide temperature swings.

Roofing Contractor Staff

December 2, 2025

No Comments

Inland Coatings’ solvent-based RC-2500 is designed for low-temperature repair and maintenance work across substrates from metal and EPDM to BUR and spray foam. Available now in white in 1-, 3-, and 5-gallon pails, with black and gray versions slated for Q1 2026.

Will-Lorenz-and-Josh-Poole-holding-award

Roofing Awards

GCMC President Receives RCMA's Martin A. Davis Industry Leadership Award

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 6, 2025

No Comments

The RCMA's annual award recognizes a member who exemplifies outstanding service and has made significant contributions to the roof coatings industry.

rooftop-with-multiple-panels-featuring-white-coating

Coatings

Scientists Create Cool Roof Coating That Harvests Water from the Air

Coating reflects 97% of sun's rays and can gather 13 fluid ounces of water per 10.8 square feet daily

Chris Gray

November 4, 2025

One Comment

Researchers in Australia have developed a polymer coating that can pull water from the air as well as reflect 97% of the sun's rays, enhancing a roof's ability to collect water and reduce indoor temperatures.

Milestones

Roof Coatings Pioneer Christopher Hoskins Retires

Christopher Hoskins, who helped drive growth and set standards for the roof coatings industry, retires after a distinguished career.

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 24, 2025

No Comments

Industry icon Christopher Hoskins retires, marking the end of a career defined by innovation and leadership in roof coatings with Truco and Inland Coatings.

Coatings Special Section 2025

September 2025 Product Focus: Coatings

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 8, 2025

Discover high-performance roof coatings designed to protect, seal, and extend the life of your roof. Find durable, energy-efficient coatings for commercial and residential applications.