Having completed many prestigious projects in the Gulf Region over the past 30 years, Liquid Plastics, a UK-based manufacturer of specialist coatings and membranes, has proven that it has the right products to combat the accelerated weathering and early signs of degradation of buildings caused by the region’s harsh climatic conditions.

Liquid Plastics has an impressive range of high-quality protection systems for roofs, walls, and balconies, which have been specified for prestigious projects such as the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha, the Exhibition Centre in Damascus and the Planet Hollywood restaurant in Dubai.
The company now has plans in place to expand sales of its technologically advanced coatings in the Middle East, and has invested in the area by appointing Gaby Shaar, as the new regional manager for Liquid Plastics, where he will be based in Dubai. Liquid Plastics’ products have proven extremely popular across the globe, and they hope to build on this success in the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
One of the key systems in the Liquid Plastics product range is for protection of roofs, using high-performance polyurethane membranes as the waterproofing layer, which are completely cold-applied and cure to provide a seamless, watertight finish. They are highly durable, elastomeric, UV-stable and can be guaranteed to last for up to 25 years.
One of Liquid Plastics’ first prestigious projects took place in the 1970’s when the company’s products were specified to supply Sharjah International Airport, whose roof was made up of a series of GRP (glassfibre reinforced plastic) domes. The system used at the time came with a 10-year expected lifespan. However, the coating remained in an excellent condition for 20 years, far exceeding its anticipated durability, and in 1999, with the airport confident of the performance of Liquid Plastics’ products, an agreement was made between Liquid Plastics and the airport authorities to have the domes reapplied with the product.
Liquid Plastics had completed its biggest Middle East roofing project to date at the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha using the company’s Inverted Roof System which was visited by the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall on their recent tour of the Gulf Region. The building was designed by IM Pei Associates who are famed for designing the Bank of China in Hong Kong.  The museum is intended to house the impressive and unique collection of Islamic art that the royal family of Qatar has accumulated over many years. Liquid Plastics’ Inverted Roof System was chosen for the waterproofing of all the flat areas on this new building because, when open to the public, many of these areas will be accessible and will act as walkways and terraces between different sections of the building.
The company’s Inverted Roof System differs from traditional systems due to its totally seamless Decothane root resistant waterproofing layer. The system is insulated with Liquid Plastics’ Inverted Roof Board and completed with pavers or ballast that will withstand foot traffic. The waterproofing layer in an inverted roof is situated at the bottom of the system which will provide added UV protection and will help to increase a building’s thermal performance, therefore reducing air conditioning costs.   
A spokesperson for the company says: “A Liquid Plastics’ Inverted Roof System has numerous advantages over traditional systems because it is cold-applied and seamless.” The spokesperson further emphasises: “It is Liquid Plastics’ vast experience in this climate and global recognition as a producer of top-quality systems that helped to secure this prestigious project.”
Liquid Plastics are also renowned for their Cold Fusion Bonded Built-Up Roofing System that exceeds the highest industry standards and eliminates many problems such as roof fires associated with using traditional heat applied systems. The system is suitable for any deck where a built-up roofing system can be applied and can be cold fusion bonded and/or mechanically fixed.
At the heart of this revolutionary built-up roofing technology is Decostik a cold fusion bonded roofing adhesive. It provides excellent adhesion due to its ability to penetrate fibrous materials and surface irregularities in non-porous substances, forming an intimate cold fusion bond.
The zero-heat, zero-flame system has the highest fire ratings and is exceptionally durable, UV stable and rapid curing. It consists of a Liquid Plastics’ vapour control layer, an insulation layer, a Liquid Plastics’ carrier membrane, a Decothane seamless cap sheet and all laid using Decostik cold fusion adhesive. The Decothane seamless cap sheet is available in several colours, with skid-inhibiting options and is complemented by a wide range of accessories. A tapered system can also be supplied if required.
“Liquid Plastics prides itself on its innovative products and a great deal of time and money is spent researching and developing new and even more advanced products, that seek to fulfil the need of demanding climatic conditions,” the spokesman comments. “With this level of commitment to growth and expansion in the Gulf Region, Liquid Plastics with the help of its contractors and in conjunction with key specifiers is sure to make an even bigger impression over the next 30 years,” he adds.