Hot melt roofing systems provide a fully bonded waterproofing solution for inverted roofs. Sika's SikaShield® Hot Melt System combines hot-applied waterproofing with reinforced protection and root-resistant layers to create a robust roofing build-up suitable for demanding roof environments. Designed as part of a complete roofing system, hot melt waterproofing is suitable for inverted roof constructions only, providing a tough and seamless waterproofing layer.

Advantages of Hot Melt Roofing

  • Fully bonded waterproofing system that helps prevent water migration beneath the membrane
  • Compatible with green roof and landscaped roof constructions with a root barrier layer
  • Reinforced system build-up designed to provide robust waterproofing protection
  • Complete system approach with compatible waterproofing, reinforcement, protection and root barrier components
  • Can be used beneath paving, ballast and green roof finishes
  • Suitable for projects requiring a durable waterproofing layer beneath heavily trafficked or landscaped roof areas

The SikaShield® Hot Melt System

Hot Melted Bitumen Membrane

The SikaShield® Hot Melt System is a fully integrated waterproofing solution comprised of a hot melt waterproofing membrane, reinforcement fleece, protection and separation layers, root-resistant membranes and cap sheet options. Designed to work together as a complete system, each component plays a specific role in delivering durable waterproofing performance for demanding applications.

SikaShield® Hot Melt 50/70 is a a rubber-bitumen waterproofing compound that is hot-applied to form a seamless waterproofing layer. 

SikaRoof® Neoprene Reinforcement 1500 is a a neoprene reinforcement fleece for use as localised reinforcement in the hot melt system.

SikaShield® Roof F-50 is a polyester reinforcement fleece designed to enhance the robustness of the waterproofing layer.

SikaShield® Roof Access Layer is a roll-in protection layer to allow access to newly laid SikaShield® Hot Melt 50/70.

SikaShield® Hot Melt Root Barrier is a root-resistant bituminous protection membrane  that provides additional protection against root penetration, helping to safeguard the waterproofing layer in green roof systems.

SikaShield® Hot Melt Cap Sheet is a a bituminous membrane designed to provide a durable upper layer within the hot melt build-up.

The SikaShield® Hot Melt System is suitable for a variety of applications:

  • Inverted roofs
  • Green roofs
  • Blue roofs
  • Ballasted roofs
  • Podium decks
  • Balconies
  • Terraces