Polyvinyl chloride (PVC or vinyl) roofing membranes offer a durable, leak-resistant and recyclable solution for modern healthcare facilities. Used across Europe and beyond, they are suitable for standard installations, solar rooftops, and even as a waterproof base beneath green roofs. Lightweight yet robust, vinyl membranes enhance energy efficiency and meet strict environmental and fire safety standards – both during installation and in use.

Key Reasons to Choose Vinyl for Roofing

LEAK-RESISTANT

Designed for watertight performance, vinyl membranes offer decades of protection with minimal maintenance.

DURABLE

Proven in real-world use to deliver 40+ years of service life, even under harsh weather conditions.

SUPPORTS EFFICIENT SOLAR PANELS

The white surface of vinyl membranes reflects sunlight and keeps roof temperatures lower than black bitumen roofs. This helps reduce the urban heat island effect and ensures solar panels operate more efficiently without overheating.

IDEAL BASE FOR GREEN ROOFS

Vinyl membranes provide a watertight, root-resistant layer that makes them ideal beneath green roofs. These installations help manage rainwater, relieve pressure on urban sewer systems, and support biodiversity.

FIRE-SAFE INSTALLATION & USE

Unlike bitumen roofs, vinyl membranes require no open flames during installation—greatly reducing fire risk on construction sites. They are also fire-retardant and self-extinguishing, enhancing building safety during use.

CERTIFIED ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY

Independent testing by SINTEF confirms that vinyl roofing membranes do not release harmful substances into the environment.
 

LOW ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTPRINT

Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) show that vinyl roofing membranes have a much lower environmental footprint compared to bitumen-based alternatives.

RECYCLABLE

Vinyl roofing membranes can be mechanically recycled at end of life. It is also possible to integrate recycled PVC into new membranes.

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