Sharkskin
Sharkskin Underlayment
SHARKSKIN ULTRA SA®
SHARKSKIN ULTRA SA® is a “state of the art” high temp rated peel and stick roof underlayment developed in 2006. By combining the heavy Sharkskin Ultra® substrate with an aggressive adhesive coating technology, Kirsch Research and Development created an “All Weather Barrier” that is easier to install in both cold and hot temperatures. Engineered as ‘secondary water barrier” to protect residential property and commercial buildings from water leaks due to high wind events such as hurricanes, tornadoes and hail. The patented SHARKSKIN ULTRA SA® self-adhered synthetic roof underlayment also protect against winter ice dam conditions under metal, tile, slate and asphalt shingle roof systems as an ‘Ice Barrier”. This product is Green and supports LEEDS, contains no asphalt or VOC’s. SHARKSKIN ULTRA SA® severe weather underlayment can be installed over a many different substrates in freezing weather. As well as the following:
- High tensile strength- for durable secondary moisture protection in High Velocity Wind Zones
- Safe walking surface – even when wet. Always use caution and fall protective gear especially in wet weather and windy conditions.
- 12 months UV resistance
- ICC-ES, Miami Dade and Florida Building Code approved
- Sticks in the cold – down to 10˚F – without primer
- All temperature performance -40˚F to 280˚F
- Light grey surface is cooler for installers to work with and over. Doesn’t expand or contract
- Double coated splite releaser liner eliminated installation hassles.
- 50-year warranty
- 48” wide roll– requires fewer rolls to comply with “ice barrier” codes
SHARKSKIN ULTRA RADIANT®
SHARKSKIN ULTRA RADIANT® is a high-performance roof underlayment that also acts as a radiant barrier for all metal, slate, tile and shingle roof installations.
SHARKSKIN ULTRA RADIANT® was developed to exceed “California Energy Code” requirements by providing a reflective insulation layer that is an important component in the development of an “energy saving roof system” or cool roof. The radiant barrier reflects infrared energy to reduce heat gain and the cooling load on the building contributing to a more energy efficient building.
SHARKSKIN ULTRA RADIANT® has a unique patented design that uses multiple layers of blended polypropylene with a reflective layer to:
- Reduce roof and attic temperature lowering energy costs.
- Provide secondary moisture barrier protection that contributes to the primary roof coverings durability.
- High tensile strength to protect against hurricane force winds.
- High traction non-slip surface- for excellent grip and safe walking. Always use caution and fall protective gear especially in wet weather and windy conditions.
- 12-month UV resistance
- ICC-ES, Miami-Dade and Florida Building Code approved
- High Temp rated, All temperature performance -40˚F to 280˚F
- Light grey surface- cooler for installers to walk on and work with
- Installs with 3/8” roofing nails- doesn’t require plastic cap nails
- 50-year warranty
SHARKSKIN ULTRA COMP®
SHARKSKIN COMP® is a high-performance roof underlayment that is ideally suited for use with all fiberglass-based, asphalt and modified bitumen based composite roof shingles as well as for metal roof installations.
SHARKSKIN COMP® was designed by roofing professionals to be easier to install and safer to work with compared to other roofing felt and underlayments.
SHARKSKIN COMP® utilizes a unique patented multi-layer system to ensure long term protection of the roof by providing exceptional moisture protection and durability. In addition, every roll is warrantied to deliver the following to the jobsite:
- High tensile strength- for durable secondary moisture protection
- High traction non-slip surface- for excellent grip and safe walking. Always use caution and fall protective gear especially in wet weather and windy conditions.
- Up to 6 months UV resistance
- ICC-ES approved
- Miami Dade and Florida Building Code approved
- All temperature performance -40˚F to 280˚F
- Light grey surface- cooler for installers and doesn’t expand or contract
- Installs with Standard EG Roofing Nails and Hammer Tacker Staples - doesn’t require cap nails. Must be installed per manufacturers printed installation labels on each roll.
- 25-year warranty
SHARKSKIN ULTRA®
SHARKSKIN ULTRA® the “Original” synthetic roof underlayment developed in California and brought to market in 2001 to replace inferior tar paper and SBS underlayments, in concrete/clay roof tile installations.
SHARKSKIN ULTRA® Is a high-performance roof underlayment for all metal, slate, shingle and tile roof battened and counter battened installations in new construction, remodeling and renovation.
SHARKSKIN ULTRA® has a unique patented design that uses multiple layers of blended polypropylene to achieve:
- High tensile strength- for durable secondary moisture protection
- High traction non-slip surface- for excellent grip and safe walking. Always use caution and fall protective gear especially in wet weather and windy conditions.
- 12 months UV resistance
- ICC-ES, Miami Dade and Florida Building Code approved
- All temperature performance -40˚F to 280˚F
- Light grey surface- cooler for installers to work with and over.
- Installs with 3/8” roofing nails- doesn’t require cap nails
- 50-year warranty