Garla-Flex is an elastomeric, asphaltic mastic designed to seal roof joints and other construction details subject to considerable movement. Unique formulation incorporates special weather and ozone-resistant thermoplastic rubber, selected plasticizing oils, bitumen, and recycled crumb rubber from used tires. It contains Styrene-Ethylene-Butylene-Styrene (SEBS) rubber that ensures superior fatigue resistance. Garla-Flex is ideal for metal work flashing repairs, metal roof surface repairs, blisters, splits, and coping stone joints. Because it is sag-resistant, Garla-Flex can strip in flashing laps and crown pitch pockets.
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Method | Description |
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Trowel | Garla-Flex is formulated for trowel application. Simply spread the material as evenly as possible and smooth with the trowel. Apply Garla-Flex at a rate of 1 gal./7 ft. at 8 in. wide x 1/4 in. deep. Allow Garla-Flex to dry a minimum 24 hours before painting. |
Caulking Gun | Available in cartridges for application by caulking guns. Simply spread the material as evenly as possible and smooth with the trowel. Apply Garla-Flex at a rate of 1 gal./7 ft. at 8 in. wide x 1/4 in. deep. Allow Garla-Flex to dry a minimum 24 hours before painting. |
Eco-Fact | Value |
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VOC | 250 g/l |
Type | Link |
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Data Sheets | Garla-Flex Technical Data Sheet |
SDS | Garla-Flex Safety Data Sheet |
Garla-Flex CA SDS | |
Garla-Flex Safety Data Sheet | |
Garla-Flex’s unique formula incorporates carbon black and recycled crumb rubber, allowing for a longer wearing surface. It’s flexible enough to withstand extreme structural movement and won’t peel off from the shifting of adjacent surfaces. Garla-Flex elongates a minimum 800% and exhibits 80% recovery from 300% elongation (ASTM D 412). Once cured, it forms a moisture-proof rubber gasket that lasts indefinitely.
Garla-Flex comes ready to use. No mixing, thinning, heating, or stirring is required. Generally, Garla-Flex requires no membrane reinforcement or priming and is compatible with tar and asphalt roof surfaces. The unique formulation of Garla-Flex allows for easier application in cool temperatures.
Recycled crumb rubber from discarded tires saves landfill space, cuts down on fire hazards, and decreases the number of disease-carrying insects.
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