You can leave the sides open to enjoy the air and the sun but the roof eliminates most of the rain falling on the porch surface.
Waterproofing roof to porch transfer.
What separates our econodek waterproof deck membrane from conventional deck coatings like rubber paint on products is that econodek uses adhesives to fully adhere the membrane to the surface of your sundeck roof deck or patio.
Applying gacodeck adds the waterproofing layer to a roof deck.
This creates a durable waterproof walking surface that not only protects but also looks amazing.
As a multi ply pvc membrane vinyl surfaces can hold up to the rigors of continued exposure to water heat wind etc.
First cover porch and up onto the roof deck about 18 with ice water shield adhesive self sealing rubberized asphalt.
Question about waterproofing a porch floor question from wayne s.
One advantage these waterproof deck systems have over simply screwing roof panels to the bottom of the joists is that you can remove a section to gain access to the joists if necessary.
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I rebuilt a two story porch last year on a 120 year old victoria.
If your deck is already built you can cover the bottom of the joists with a system like timbertech s dryspace.
Remodel your deck in confidence with econodek vinyl waterproofing membrane.
Our vinyl membranes which is a code approved roofing material are designed to be placed on new or existing decks shielding the area underneath against the weather and expanding your living space.
We get a lot of wind rain and snow here.
In this rogue episode matt will show you a method to waterproof this very tricky transition between a wall and flat concrete slab.
Intellideck is ideal for waterproofing elevated and rooftop decks.
My question is about waterproofing a porch floor on a two story porch.
Flashing to cover the transition between roof and porch.
Gacodeck coatings provide an added measure of safety with slip resistant granules.
So rather than a roofing material like shingles that simply lets water run down it you need a roofing material that offers a completely waterproof barrier.
Flashing will need to go under the house roof and over the deck roofing enough to stop backup thanks chandler.
Hence why waterproof decking is popular.
The coating becomes an integral part of the surface and provides the necessary protection against the elements.
I put 3 coats of porch and deck paint on it.
So to say it another way.
Add a roof to your second story porch.