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AMES RESEARCH LABORATORIES MSS1 Maximum Stretch Roof Coating

- Acrylic elastomeric coating
- 650% elongation
- Low VOC, made in USA
Our take
Best for metal and rolled roofs where a clear acrylic system is wanted.
Why it made the shortlist
The AMES Maximum-Stretch is a white, elastomeric, acrylic rubberized coating with 650 percent elongation, designed to resist cracking, flaking and peeling. It adheres to metal roofing, tar and rolled roofs and is described as low VOC and made in the USA.
What works
- 650% elongation resists cracking
- Adheres to metal, tar and rolled roofs
- Low VOC and non-toxic claim
- Made in the USA per the listing
Watch out for
- Elongation lower than the 1000% coatings
- No coverage per gallon figure listed






