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Henry 196 Tietex T326 Polyester Reinforcing Fabric 40 in. x 324 ft. Roll
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Henry 196 Tietex T326 Polyester Reinforcing Fabric 40 in. x 324 ft. Roll
Henry 196 Tietex T326 Polyester is a stitchbonded, high-performance reinforcing fabric for cold-applied built-up roofing and roof maintenance systems. The white to off-white fabric comes with lay lines for one- and two-ply systems and is sold as one 40 in. x 324 ft. roll. It pairs with water-based asphalt or acrylic emulsions, solvent coatings, and mastics.
Key Features:
- Superior strength: Testing with asphalt emulsion and cutbacks showed tear strength, puncture resistance, and tensile strength with elongation far superior to conventional roofing felts weighing five to seven times as much.
- Conforms easily: The polyester readily conforms to irregular surfaces and standing seam metal roof decks.
- Easy handling: This soft polyester sheet is much easier to handle and apply properly than other soft polyester sheets.
- Lay-line guides: White to off-white fabric includes lay lines for accurate alignment in one- and two-ply roof systems.
- Cold-process ready: Serves as the reinforcing component in cold process roofing and repair with water-based asphalt, acrylic emulsions, or solvent coatings and mastics.
- Maintenance systems: Designed for use in cold-applied built-up roofing and roof maintenance systems.
Specifications Table:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Henry |
| Sell unit | 1 roll, 40 in. x 324 ft. |
| Product line | Henry 196 Tietex T326 Polyester |
| Material | Stitchbonded polyester fabric |
| Color / finish | White to off-white with lay lines |
| Dimensions | 40 in. x 324 ft. |
| Available sizes | 40 in. x 324 ft. |
| Intended use | Reinforcing fabric for cold-applied built-up roofing and roof maintenance systems; suitable for one- and two-ply systems |
Coverage & How Much You Need:
One roll measures 40 in. x 324 ft., providing approximately 1,080 sq. ft. of nominal fabric coverage before overlaps. For two-ply reinforcement, overlap successive courses per the coating manufacturer's instructions to determine net coverage.
Fit and Compatibility:
Works as the reinforcing ply with water-based asphalt or acrylic emulsions, solvent-type coatings, and mastics in cold-process roofing. It drapes over irregular surfaces and standing seam metal roof decks; coating materials are sold separately.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: What is included in one order?
A: One roll of Henry 196 Tietex T326 Polyester fabric measuring 40 in. x 324 ft.
Q: How much area does one roll cover?
A: The roll provides roughly 1,080 sq. ft. nominal; actual coverage is less once laps and coating embedment are accounted for.
Q: What coatings can I embed this fabric in?
A: It works with water-based asphalt or acrylic emulsions, solvent-type coatings, and mastics in cold process roofing and repair.
Q: Will it conform to standing seam metal roofs?
A: Yes, the fabric drapes readily over irregular surfaces and standing seam metal roof decks.
Q: Is it stronger than roofing felt?
A: Manufacturer testing with asphalt emulsion and cutbacks showed far superior tear, puncture, and tensile strength with elongation compared to felts weighing five to seven times as much.
Q: How is it applied?
A: Roll the fabric into wet coating or mastic with the lay lines up, smoothing and overlapping courses as specified by the coating manufacturer.
Expert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk
This stitchbonded polyester is a go-to reinforcement for cold-process restoration and repair because it combines high tensile and tear strength with enough elongation to bridge movement over irregular substrates and standing seam decks. Roll it into the wet coating at the recommended spread rate, avoid wrinkles, and overlap laps per the coating manufacturer's instructions. For large flat roof restorations, its 40 in. width lets you plan courses efficiently across the 324 ft. roll.
Apply coatings per their safety data sheets with adequate ventilation and fall protection when working on roofs.
Order the Henry 196 Tietex T326 Polyester reinforcing fabric roll for your next cold-process roofing project.
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