ASTM D6510-00(2006) - 1.12.2006
 
Significance and Use

This guide supersedes the slope guidelines of Appendix X1 of Specification D 312.

Hot-applied roofing asphalt serves both as the waterproofing agent and adhesive for construction of built-up roofing membranes. There are many variables that may affect the performance of BUR membranes. This guide provides general specification guidelines for the asphalt only.

 
1. Scope

1.1 The purpose of this guide is to provide advice for the selection of asphalt used in the construction of built-up roofing (BUR). This guide does not address the use of asphalt in waterproofing, cold-applied, or modified bituminous roofing.

1.2 Reinforcements considered for use with roofing asphalt include ply sheets, (see Specifications D 226, D 2178, and D 5726), base sheets (see Specifications D 2626, D 4601, and D 4897), and cap sheets (see Specification D 3909). They consist of glass, organic, or synthetic fibers.

1.3 The use of asphalt in the placement of vapor retarders and rigid roof insulation also is addressed.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D1863-05

Standard Specification for Mineral Aggregate Used on Built-Up Roofs

D2178-04

Standard Specification for Asphalt Glass Felt Used in Roofing and Waterproofing (Withdrawn 2013)

D2626-04

Standard Specification for Asphalt-Saturated and Coated Organic Felt Base Sheet Used in Roofing

D3791-04

Standard Practice for Evaluating the Effects of Heat on Asphalts

D3909-97b

Standard Specification for Asphalt Roll Roofing (Glass Felt) Surfaced With Mineral Granules

D1079-26b

Standard Terminology Relating to Roofing and Waterproofing (Includes all amendments and changes 5/18/2026).

D4897-01

Standard Specification for Asphalt-Coated Glass-Fiber Venting Base Sheet Used in Roofing

D5726-98(2020)

Standard Specification for Thermoplastic Fabrics Used in Hot-Applied Roofing and Waterproofing

D92-24

Standard Test Method for Flash and Fire Points by Cleveland Open Cup Tester

D226-06

Standard Specification for Asphalt-Saturated Organic Felt Used in Roofing and Waterproofing

D312-00

Standard Specification for Asphalt Used in Roofing

D4601-04

Standard Specification for Asphalt-Coated Glass Fiber Base Sheet Used in Roofing