Duro-Last®
A lasting, energy efficient world-class manufacturer of proven PVC roofing systems with guarantees up to 20 years.
Why Duro-Last®
Duro-Last® Roofing Systems are the commercial roofing industry’s leader in manufacturing custom-fabricated PVC roofing systems. They achieved this rank through decades of sound performance and a unique, proven chemistry of their materials. Duro-Last produces roofing membranes with performance layers that promise to exceed industry standards. Duro-Last® Roofing Systems have a proven history of lasting watertight protection, long-term durability, and satisfaction for owners of commercial buildings.
- Quicker installation: Up to 85% of seams can be welded in Duro-Last’s factory controlled environment inside the the Duro-Last® factory which reduces rooftop labor time.
- Fewer seams: Fewer seams make for a more secure installation.
- Quality: This manufacturing process gives you a sleeker finished product and watertight integrity.
- Energy efficient: Duro-Last® systems reflect up to 88% of the sun’s energy, greatly reducing energy costs.
- Industry-Leading Warranty: Duro-Last® warranty options include hail and/or high wind protection, material and labor coverage. They are also the first manufacturer with a warranty that includes consequential damages on commercial buildings.
- Strength: Duro-Last® has a supreme chemistry that is ideal for harsh environments and is premium UV resistant.
- Durability: Duro-Last® is resistant to grease, animal fats and chemicals. It is composed of a high density, weft-inserted anti-wicking system scrim.
- Weatherability: Duro-Last’s top layer is thick to provide protection where it matters most.
Why Duro-Last® membranes?
All of Duro-Last’s membranes are made of a layer of PVC film on the bottom and the top. This PVC film is created from a proprietary thermoplastic of plasticizers, biocides, flame retardants, UV inhibitors, stabilizers and resins. These membranes are laminated on both sides of their strong,weft-inserted polyester reinforced scrim.
- A 15- year warranty with no consequential damages is available at no additional charge
- It is the only product which offers custom roofing membrane fabrication.
- It includes a complete line of Duro-Last accessories which are custom made for all Duro-Last membranes.
- 40, 50, or 60 mil thick
Color Options
Benefits
Benefits of Duro-Last® Membranes include:
- Superior Scrim: Duro-Last’s scrim is known for its strength and puncture resistance. The Duro-Last® 50-mil membrane’s polymer thickness is equal or greater to other manufacturers’ 60-mil thermoplastic roofing systems.
- Dependable Performance: As a leader in PVC commercial roofing systems, Duro-Last® is known for long-term performance and durable protection that is watertight.
- Recyclability: Duro-Last® membranes are mechanically attached and can be recycled after their lifetime on the roof.
- Colors: Duro-Last® has a variety of color options.
- Serviceability: Duro-Last® roofs have a longer lifespan than many other commercial roofing systems due to the durability and serviceability of PVC.
- Lightweight: Due to the lightweight nature of PVC, it can often be installed over an existing roof without doing a tear-off.
- Code Approvals: All of Duro-Last’s roofing membranes are UL and FM approved. Duro-Last roofing membranes promise to meet or exceed major national requirements for fire and wind codes. They also meet most regional approvals throughout the country.
- Custom Made Accessories: Benefit from Duro-Last’s Time off the Roof™ solutions. This includes custom made accessories that comply with all Duro-Last membranes, and it makes installation much quicker.
- Energy- Efficient: Experience ENERGY STAR® savings with all of Duro Last’s highly reflective, white membranes.
Installation
- Mechanically fastened: Duro-Last® may be mechanically fastened to a wide array of materials and roof decks.
- Adhered: It can be adhered to a variety of roof decks, coverboards, walls and insulations which include: concrete, Duro-Guard DensDeck® Prime Roof Board, Duro-Guard® ISO, Duro-Guard SECUROCK®, DEXcell® Roof Board and Gypsum-Fiber Roof Board products.
- Duro-Bond® Induction Welding System: Duro-Last® allows for reduced fasteners, quicker installation and reduced air intrusion.
Accessories
Duro-Last® is unique from the rest of the roofing industry because of its custom prefabrication systems. Rooftop labor time is drastically reduced with these Time off the Roof™ solutions. Duro-Last’s prefabricated flashings and accessories also address the critical transition areas of a roof leading to a low-maintenance solution long term. Accessories are prefabricated from 40 or 50 mil membrane and come in a variety of colors.
Duro-Last accessories include:
- Duro-Last membrane stacks, curbs, drains and corners
- Skylights
- Two-way air vent
- Edge metal termination and drainage
- Vinyl-coated metal scuppers and pitch pans
- Pipe stands