My garage roof's been leaking a bit lately, nothing major yet but you know how these things go... Anyway, I've been reading up on silicone and acrylic roof coatings, and honestly I'm getting mixed signals. Some say silicone lasts longer but gets dirty quick, others swear by acrylic being easier to apply but not as durable long-term. Kinda stuck here, has anyone tried either one? Curious about real-world experiences before I jump into this mess.
I've dealt with both silicone and acrylic coatings on various properties, and honestly, each has its pros and cons. Silicone definitely has the edge in durability—it's great at resisting ponding water and UV damage, which means fewer touch-ups down the line. But you're right about it getting dirty; silicone tends to attract dust and grime, so if aesthetics matter to you, that's something to consider.
Acrylic coatings are easier to apply, especially if you're doing it yourself. They're water-based, so cleanup is straightforward, and they don't have that strong chemical odor silicone sometimes does. The downside is that acrylic isn't as resilient against standing water or extreme weather conditions. If your roof has decent drainage and you're okay with occasional maintenance every few years, acrylic could be a solid choice.
Personally, for a garage roof that's already showing signs of leaks, I'd lean toward silicone for the long-term waterproofing benefits. Just be prepared for it to look a bit grubby after a while...
I've been researching this exact thing lately since my garage roof is also starting to leak a bit. Silicone sounds great for waterproofing, but the dirt issue bugs me—I don't want it looking grimy after just a year or two. Acrylic seems easier to handle DIY-wise, but I'm worried about durability in heavy rain. Maybe silicone with a darker color would hide dirt better? Still weighing options myself...
I've used silicone on my shed roof, and yeah, it does attract dirt over time...but honestly, with a darker shade it's barely noticeable. Acrylic's easier to apply, sure, but silicone's durability in heavy rain sold me. Depends how much you care about looks vs. longevity, I guess.
