Reflective Roof Coating Applications
ENERGY STAR Radiant Barrier Roof Coating
for energy conservation and heat & light reflection
LO/MIT-I is an ENERGY STAR certified radiant barrier roof coating that is formulated to reduce roofing surface temperatures at low cost. LO/MIT is a silver-colored, non-thickness dependent, low emissivity paint, which may be used in almost any application where infrared (heat) reflectivity or diffuse light reflectivity is required. It can be used on a wide variety of roofing substrates, from metals and rubbers, to stone, concrete, asphalt, some foams and more, no primer required in most cases. Help control interior temperatures, lower air conditioning loads, increase comfort and reduce heat-related stress on roofing materials easily with LO/MIT. LO/MIT’s extremely low film build can be installed for a fraction of the cost of other, thicker, rooftop coatings. SOLEC is proud to offer our customers products that have earned the government’s ENERGY STAR label.
LO/MIT is widely used as a reflective radiant barrier roof coating by some of America’s largest roofing companies because of the following unique qualities:
- Low Applied Cost
- Rapid Payback for Energy Conservation
- Highly Reflective (Silver)
- Lowers Roof Skin Temperature 20°F – 50°F
- Greatly Improves Interior Comfort Levels
- Easily Applied Using Airless Spray or Rollers
- One Thin Coat Covers 400 Square Feet Per Gallon Sprayed
- Greatly Extends Roof Life and Warranty Performance
- Extremely Flexible, Adheres to All Roofing Materials Including EPDM, Built-Up, Metal, Ballasted, etc…
- No Primer Necessary for Adhesion to Most Roofing Surfaces
- ENERGY STAR Certified Roof Coating
- Class A Fire Rating
- Independently Tested
- Proven Energy Saving Product Since 1986
- One Operator Can Easily Install 1000 sq-ft/hr
- Low “e” (Emissivity) Lessens Sweating on Metal Roofs
- Controls heat expansion/contraction rates, reducing long-term stress on roofing materials
- 100% Silicone Polymer, Extremely UV Resistant
- May Be Easily Applied to Sidewalls and Loading Dock Doors
- Temperature Tolerant From -100°F (-73°C) to 1000°F (538°C)
- Low Emissivity May Also Lower Heating Costs
- Local Utility Rebates May Apply
- Excellent Shelf Life, Premixed, Ready for Application
- Excellent Alternative to Elastomeric Roof Coatings at Fraction of the Cost
- All Packaging is Certified and Available for Export
Disclaimer: this video uses an out-of-date ENERGY STAR logo in reference to rooftop applications. Please visit ENERGY STAR to learn more about the program or click here to see LO/MIT-I’s ENERGY STAR rooftop certification.
Invented in 1978 by SOLEC for use in solar applications, LO/MIT went commercial by 1986 after research at the Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC) showed its potential benefits for cooling buildings in warmer climates. Because of its low thermal emissivity and high reflectivity characteristics, LO/MIT is an ideal low-cost technology to reduce unwanted summer radiant heat gain in buildings and other structures. Just like low e windows, LO/MIT’s low e characteristics reflect radiant heat.
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For exterior applications, high reflectivity is the major factor in reducing roofing skin temperatures. Highly reflective surfaces prevent sunlight from being absorbed by roofing materials, turning into heat. The cooler the roof skin temperature is, the less heat enters the building, and the cooler it feels inside. While there are many reflective roof coatings available, most require a thick film build for effectiveness. This increases the cost of material per square foot. LO/MIT requires only 1 mil (0.001in) wet film thickness (coverage of 400sqft/gal when spray applied) and therefore can be installed at a fraction of the cost of other roof coatings in far less installation time. It’s unique low emissivity properties also help to control the expansion/contraction process affecting the roof, reducing stress and increasing roof life.
LO/MIT-I is recommended for all exterior and roof top applications or projects that require extremely fast drying times.
The vast majority of the radiant heat gain in a building comes through the roof, however many structures can also benefit from having LO/MIT installed on sidewalls and garage doors. LO/MIT can also provide comfort to outboard structures like sheds, garages, barns and other storage buildings. In some cases where the undersurface of the roof is accessible, LO/MIT can be used as an interior radiation control coating system (IRCCS). Please contact the factory for help with your project and use the form below for pricing inquiries.