I just found this thread discussing the same thing and folks there have suggested that it s ok.
Is acetone okay to use to clean an epdm roof.
This data has been compiled by other reputable sources and is to be used solely as a guide in selecting epdm or determining it s durability and resistance to chemical exposure.
Protectants can also help minimize messy though natural oxidation.
For most other clean up de sticky fying jobs i use 91 isopropyl alcohol but had read that acetone was better for cleaning up dicor.
There are no petroliun distillates in mineral spirits.
Royal rooftm solves the problems of metal roofing alpha systems introduced ethylene propylene dien monomer epdm roofing to the rv industry in 1987.
Manufacturers mostly use unleaded gasoline to clean the seams of epdm roofing materials.
Use a sprayer to apply a rubber roofing cleaner applying in circular motions with a soft bristle or sponge mop.
I m hoping that i can scrape up most of it and just use the acetone whatever to remove what s left.
Keeping it clean will allow you to do a more thorough inspection.
Get a good inspection.
If you cannot see the surface of your rubber roof due to dirt and grime it is time to clean it.
Rudy at dicor is wrong.
To get better coverage work small areas one at a time.
Avoid any products with petroliun or citric acid.
Do not use acetone or any products containing petroleum distillates on the royal roof.
Acetone denatured alcohol or mineral spirits are all good for cleaning and will not harm epdm or tpo.
But you need to clean any dirt brushed or power washed away before cleaning the underlying epdm with solvent cleaner.
Remove dirty cleaner residue by soaking it up with your sponge mop and rinsing it out in a bucket that has clean water in it.
Now that you ve cleaned and protected your rv s epdm roof take a minute to learn how to clean protect your rv awning.
Whether a person goes up on an epdm roof once a year or four times a year a rubber roof will require a good inspection on a regular basis.
Guide to impact of chemicals on epdm rubber.
