Roof Tile Pointing Compound: Durapoint from JPS Coatings

Durapoint roof tile pointing compound is one of the products in the Evolving Elements' premier line of professional roof coating system from JPS Coatings. The ready-to-use, pre-coloured acrylic roof tile pointing product flexes with movement, thereby providing excellent elasticity, durability and resistance to cracks.

What is Roof Tile Pointing?
The structural integrity of building materials, such as for roofs, deteriorates after prolonged exposure to natural elements or changes in weather conditions. Roof tile pointing is the application of a compound over the top bedding to create a stronger hold for tiles. Its primary purpose is to seal the ridge caps; prevent water infiltration and shrinkage; and protect the roof coating system against premature structural deterioration.

In the past, a mixture of sand, cement and aggregates was used in the conventional application of roof tile pointing. This method was designed to enhance the longevity of roof coating system. However, sand- and cement-based mortar is not flexible, being prone to premature cracking.

The JPS Coatings Solution: Durapoint
Product integrity and quality service are attributes that JPS Coatings takes seriously. With the aim to make a better and smarter built environment, JPS Coatings developed Evolving Elements. All the products from Evolving Elements can be used in the restoration of both old roofs and newly constructed roof structures.

Durapoint delivers a convenient and consistent alternative solution to conventional roof tile pointing materials. Its pre-coloured state makes it easy to integrate with the desired theme or project specification.

Here are the additional benefits and features of using JPS Coatings' Durapoint roof tile pointing compound:

Easy to use and safe cleanup
Excellent water resistance
Flexible and resistant to cracking
Durable with strong adhesion
Low maintenance

How to Apply Durapoint Roof Tile Pointing Compound

Surface Preparation

Disconnect rainwater tanks from the guttering system to avoid accidental water leakage, which could impact the curing or drying process.
Practice safety precautions when working on a sloping roof. Cordon off high-risk areas at ground level before starting work.
Enhance the mechanical bond of Durapoint by creating a groove in the bedding material under the ridge tile during bedding process.

Substrate Application

Prevent holes under the capping by applying the bedding mortar with a bedding frame. Holes must be filled with mortar. Wait 24 hours before applying Durapoint.
Clean the existing bedding that requires repair or repointing by pressure cleaning.

Durapoint Application

Make sure that the surface bedding is dry prior to application of Durapoint.
Thoroughly mix Durapoint using a power mixer or pointing trowel.
Using a pointing trowel, apply the roof tile pointing compound to the capping to a thickness of 3-5mm.
Make sure to cover all bedding materials and the edge of ridge caps with Durapoint.
Durapoint is tack-free two hours after application. It can be overcoated in 24 hours, and it takes seven days for it to be fully cured.

JPS Coatings offers a one-stop shop solution for all rendering, cladding and roof coating needs. Learn more about Durapoint roof tile pointing compound and the other Evolving Elements Product range by calling JPS Coatings at 1300 577 262 or visit www.evolvingelements.com.au today.