Questions and Answers for Suntuf 36 in. Horizontal White Foam Roof Closure Strips (5-Pack)

A:  Hi ELJames, Wood strips are sometimes selected over plastic closure strips purely for aesthetic purposes.

A:  You can glue these into place

A:  As opposed to the RIGID wood or plastic closure strips, these flexible FOAM counterparts are used with the rigid version. They should never take the place of the rigid strips. Foam strips are primarily used for FLASHING especially towards the ends of a roofing application like when plastic roofing panels are attached to one side of a home or building. Coupled with double-sided BUTYL tape for attachment, these foam strips helps ensure rain water does not seep up and around where they are not welcome.

A:  No you don't glue it. You attach with double sided buttle tape then screw in after panels are on top

A:  I don't think the foam strips were made to waterproof your panels at the screw holes. It would depend on the size holes drilled and rubber grommets you used with the screws. I know the few that leak for me is from my installation errors. For me, the strips are a deterrent from insects getting between the panel and interior cover along with any rattle from the wind. I prefer the flexible strips over the hard plastic. Anything you have exposed to the direct sun will degrade over time.

A:  It is not recommended to paint the closure strips. The paint used could chemically affect the polycarbonate panels.

A:  I bought the poly acrylic and it is so much better than the PVC type

A:  I had the same problem. I noticed that rain water will stay on the flat peak and run down to the next screw head. Even though I used the prescribed screws with the rubber washer, water would still get under the screw head and drip on the deck. So when I had to replace the suntuf roof due to hail damage (which suntuf covered a pro-rated portion of) I put a dab of clear silicone sealant under each screw washer. That took care of the problem.

A:  Sorry to hear that. I've always overlap with a bead of clear silicone down the overlap first to seal together. And sealing screwers screwed in on high ridge threw support braces with a little silicone to help last. Need good ridge cap if A roof. Hope helps you.

A:  Leaking everywhere and not just 1 or 2 spots tells me the installer did not PRE-DRILL the roof panel holes or OVERTIGHTENED the placement of the roofing screws. If used as wall panels, VALLEYS are used for attachment, closure strips optional. If used for roofing, PEAKS along with RIGID closure strips are utilized and highly recommended. Whether used for walls or roofs, PRE-drilling the holes 1/16th" or 2mm larger the the screw diameter (approx. 2/16th" or 3mm wide) allows the roof panel to expand and contract with the weather while remaining covered by the built-in rubber washers that comes with the recommended 2" screws. Drilling the screws directly into a clean panel risks cracking around the hole, debris obstructing the closure and further damages the panel when it expands and contracts around an already tight opening. If you did all of the above and OVERTIGHTENED the screw attachment just defeated the manufacturers recommendations. When a screw is placed tight enough to cause the panel to dimple places stress on the material ALL THE TIME. Add your summer afternoon rain shower after baking in 100 degree sunshine and your already warped attachment point will buckle and crack in due time.

A:  I experienced similar leaking. I checked the washers on the fasteners I used and some of the holes I predrilled were too big for the washers to cover completely. I might suggest silicone caulk or cutting strips of Ames seam tape for your leaks. (the mastic seals leaks well)

A:  I don't think this foam will fix leaks, not tight fitting enough to seal water out. Your hold down screws have washers ? They will seal out water.

A:  Yes. They worked well

A:  Yes, any size as long as the shape match the foam

A:  yes they can

A:  Yes I have them on mine and they work great

A:  These fit the Suntuf panels

A:  Strips are about 1/4” thick at base. Package is five 36” strips interlocked that have to be pulled apart.

A:  The dimensions of the product are as follows: .75 x 36.75 x 0.9375 inches.

A:  There aren't photos included, however, item 92520 are the foam closure strips for the "square" wave panels. They are 36" long 3/4" high and 7/8" wide.

A:  picture correct for my project.

A:  The foam closure strips are 3" on center to match the corrugated panels. To my knowledge, nothing was changed. The plastic closures can be ordered online at homedepot.com. We also offer a wood closure strip online as well.

A:  These only fit the Suntuf panels.

A:  I have never heard a complaint regarding mold/mildew, however, if you are concerned, you can also use the horizontal plastic strips rather than the foam strips.

A:  Yes they are flexible enough to conform to the arch, and soft enough that they will likely compress to accommodate the pressure caused by the ridges being compressed at the base, but...you won't know for sure until you test it. I believe it's worth the investment to find out.

A:  Yes, the foam closure strips are very flexible.

A:  They are very flexible.