What Sika Sarnafil does

Sika Sarnafil is the US roofing and waterproofing membrane brand of Sika Corporation USA, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Swiss-listed Sika AG (CHF 11.76 billion in 2024 group sales, 34,000+ employees, 102 countries, 400+ factories). The company manufactures thermoplastic PVC single-ply roofing membranes (Sikaplan/Sarnafil), liquid applied waterproofing systems (Sikalastic), below-grade fully bonded membranes (SikaProof), and complementary modified bitumen and green roof assemblies (Hydrotech). Its core technology is proprietary PVC chemistry with heat-welded seams and dual-seal edge systems that deliver monolithic, long-life waterproofing for commercial flat roofs, plaza decks, balconies, tunnels, and foundations. The US entity is headquartered in Lyndhurst, NJ, with 23+ regional offices and manufacturing sites spanning Benicia CA, Aurora IL, Big Timber MT, Elko NV, and Marion OH, and is led by CEO and President Jim Walther.

The business operates a hybrid B2B go-to-market combining a direct enterprise sales force for large commercial projects, a network of specialized roofing and waterproofing distributors, and retail distribution of the Residential Pro Select line through home centers and lumber yards. Revenue is generated through one-time product sales of specialty construction chemicals — membranes, sealants, adhesives, concrete admixtures, flooring systems — at quote-based prices negotiated through distributors and sales reps. Customers span commercial construction (spec-driven, architects/engineers/contractors), infrastructure (bridges, highways, tunnels), automotive OEM bonding and sealing, marine, and residential/DIY segments, with reference projects including Hoover Dam, Lincoln Memorial, Arrowhead Stadium, Ritz-Carlton Naples, and Porsche Center.

Growth is executed through a multi-pronged strategy: inorganic acquisition of adjacent building-finishing brands (notably HPS North America / Schönox in March 2025), US capacity expansion (automated Marion, OH warehouse in 2024; Haines City, FL admixture plant in 2025; Upper Deerfield, NJ mortar plant in 2026), strategic ecosystem partnerships (Georgia-Pacific on EIFS, Quikrete on stucco, DuPont on EcoSmart Roof), and an active product launch cadence across auto glass, EIFS, and resilient flooring adhesives. Sika Sarnafil competes on specification-side brand trust built since the 1910 invention of Sika-1, distribution depth, and proprietary chemistry rather than on AI or software differentiation.

Name

Sika Sarnafil

Legal name

Sika Corporation

Website

https://usa.sika.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1910

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Sika Sarnafil is the US roofing and waterproofing membrane brand of Sika Corporation USA, manufacturing PVC single-ply membranes, liquid applied systems, and below-grade waterproofing for commercial construction, infrastructure, and residential channels across a hybrid distributor-direct-retail model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Roofing Membranes & Waterproofing

NAICS

Asphalt Shingle and Coating Materials Manufacturing (324122), Roofing, Siding, and Insulation Material Merchant Wholesalers (42333)

SIC

Asphalt Paving & Roofing Materials (2950), Plastics Products, Nec (3089)

akta.pro primary industry

Roof Coatings & Liquid-Applied Roofing (IMADAFAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Roofing Adhesives, Sealants & Leak Repair (IMADAOAF)

Keywords

• Commercial roofing membranes
• PVC single ply roofing
• Waterproofing membranes
• Construction sealants adhesives
• Building envelope systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Lyndhurst

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices23 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Construction Chemicals Product Sales: Sika generates revenue through the sale of specialty construction chemicals including adhesives, sealants, waterproofing membranes, concrete admixtures, flooring systems, and roofing products. Revenue is generated through direct sales to contractors and through distributor networks serving construction professionals, property owners, and manufacturing customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Sika Sarnafil manufactures and sells thermoplastic PVC single-ply roofing membranes, liquid applied roofing and waterproofing systems, modified bitumen membranes, and below-grade waterproofing systems for commercial and industrial buildings. The division also supplies a full building envelope portfolio through related Sika brands including Sikaflex sealants, SikaBond flooring adhesives, SikaTile installation systems, Sikafloor industrial coatings, SikaWall EIFS and stucco systems, and Sika ViscoCrete concrete admixtures, sold primarily through a network of commercial roofing distributors and direct sales representatives to contractors, architects, specifiers, and building owners across the United States.

Product overview

Sika Sarnafil is a division of Sika USA offering a comprehensive portfolio of specialty construction chemicals and building envelope solutions. The product portfolio centers on roofing systems (PVC membranes via Sikaplan, liquid applied via Sikalastic, modified bitumen, and green roofing via Hydrotech), below-grade and above-grade waterproofing (SikaProof, Sikaplan, and SikaBit membrane systems), and comprehensive installation systems for flooring and tile (SikaBond adhesives, SikaTile installation systems, SikaLevel underlayments, and Sikafloor industrial coatings). Additional offerings include EIFS and stucco systems (SikaWall), concrete admixtures (Sika ViscoCrete), sealants (Sikaflex), and adhesives across construction applications. The company serves commercial/residential construction, automotive manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, and marine markets through its acquired brands including Schonox (subfloor products), Kwik Bond Polymers, and retail brands DRYLOK and ZAR. The portfolio operates as a multi-module platform addressing the building envelope from foundation to roof, with each product line designed to work within Sika's integrated construction systems approach.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Sarnafil: PVC roofing, liquid applied roofing, modified bitumen roofing products and systems
• SikaBond
• SikaTile
• Sikalastic
• Sikaflex
• Sikafloor
• Schönox
• Hydrotech
• Emseal

Products and services

• Sikaplan PVC Roofing Membranes (Sarnafil) Thermoplastic PVC single-ply roofing membranes with heat-welded seams providing durable, watertight waterproofing for commercial and industrial flat roof applications.
• Sikalastic Liquid Applied Roofing Systems Liquid applied waterproofing membranes providing seamless, monolithic edge-to-edge waterproofing for commercial roofs, balconies, plaza decks, and remedial applications.
• SikaProof Pre/Post-Applied Waterproofing Membranes Fully bonded membrane systems for below-grade waterproofing applications including basements, tunnels, and foundation walls with dual-seal edge technology.
• Sikaflex Sealants and Construction Adhesives Polyurethane and hybrid sealants for construction joint sealing, expansion joints, and bonding applications with weather-resistant cured elastomeric properties; market presence spans decades of formulation refinement.
• SikaBond Flooring Adhesives Construction adhesives for wood flooring, resilient flooring, and tile installation including moisture-cured polyurethane, hybrid, and acrylic formulations; newer launches include SikaBond-5900 and SikaBond-5800 for resilient flooring and engineered wood floor adhesives.
• SikaTile Tile and Stone Installation Systems Complete tile and stone installation systems including adhesives, grouts, moisture barriers, and surface preparation products for residential and commercial applications.
• SikaWall EIFS and Stucco Systems Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) providing insulated cladding solutions with integrated air barriers, water resistive barriers, and decorative finish options; includes SikaWall-3000 Rapid Bond polyurethane foam adhesive for EIFS installation.
• Sikafloor Flooring Systems High-performance industrial and decorative floor coatings including epoxy, polyurethane, and methyl methacrylate systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities such as the Porsche Center and Winston Towers 300.
• Sika ViscoCrete Concrete Admixtures Concrete admixtures including superplasticizers, viscosity modifiers, and set accelerators enhancing fresh and hardened concrete properties for ready-mix, precast, and infrastructure applications.
• SikaTack and Sikaflex Automotive Glass Adhesives Structural adhesives for automotive glass bonding and replacement providing high-strength bonding with rapid drive-away times for auto glass technicians and vehicle manufacturers.
• Sika PostFix Post Setting Foam Foam-based post-setting product for rapid fence and deck post installation in residential applications, sold through home centers, hardware stores, and lumber yards under the Pro Select retail brand.
• DRYLOK Masonry Waterproofing Masonry waterproofing products for residential applications including basement waterproofing paints and sealers sold through retail distribution.
• ZAR Wood Finishing Products Wood stains, sealers, and finishing products for residential do-it-yourself wood care applications sold through retail distribution.
• Schönox Subfloor Preparation Systems Building finishing and subfloor preparation products including underlayments, primers, and leveling compounds distributed in the US market through HPS North America, a Sika subsidiary.
• Hydrotech Garden Roof Assemblies Green roof and garden roof assembly systems for vegetated rooftop installations including waterproofing, drainage, and growing media components sold to commercial roofing and landscape contractors.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100+ years of market experience since 1910 founding
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Georgia-Pacific Building ProductscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 March 2026Strategic collaboration to launch a new EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish System) featuring Georgia-Pacific's DensElement Barrier System. The partnership delivers an integrated EIFS solution combining Sika's facades expertise with Georgia-Pacific's sheathing technology.
• QuikretecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 November 2025Strategic collaboration between Sika Facades and Quikrete to provide comprehensive stucco solutions backed by a single-source warranty. Unites two industry leaders for enhanced stucco system offerings.
• HPS North America (HPSubfloors/Schönox)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 March 2025Sika acquired HPS North America, Inc., a successful supplier of building finishing materials. HPS distributes Schönox branded products manufactured by Sika Germany in the US market. Integration creates strong platform for building finishing segment expansion.
• DupontcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 201410+ year partnership celebrating the EcoSmart Roof solution. Sika and DuPont collaboration provides sustainable and economical roofing solutions for commercial buildings.
• EIMA (Exterior Insulation Manufacturers Association)minorOthersSika Facades participated as part of the project team honored with the 2025 EIFS Excellence Awards Project of the Year for the Villas on 24th project.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• GAF: North America's largest roofing manufacturer (Standard Industries), GAF offers commercial single-ply membranes, asphalt shingles, and roofing accessories — a direct competitor to Sika Sarnafil's PVC and modified bitumen portfolio.
• Carlisle Construction Materials: Carlisle Companies' construction materials division is the leading US manufacturer of single-ply EPDM and TPO roofing membranes, directly competing with Sika Sarnafil's PVC membrane systems in the commercial roofing market.
• Tremco Incorporated: Tremco Roofing and Weatherproofing offers commercial roofing systems, sealants, and below-grade waterproofing, overlapping closely with Sika Sarnafil's roofing membrane, liquid-applied, and waterproofing lines.
• Mapei Corporation: Mapei is a global manufacturer of construction adhesives, sealants, waterproofing, and concrete admixtures — directly comparable to Sika's SikaBond, Sikaflex, SikaTile, and concrete admixture lines serving commercial and residential construction.
• Bostik (Arkema): Bostik, the adhesives arm of Arkema, produces sealants, tile adhesives, and flooring adhesives for construction, overlapping with Sika's Sikaflex, SikaBond, and SikaTile product lines across residential and commercial channels.
• Johns Manville: A Berkshire Hathaway company, Johns Manville manufactures TPO, EPDM, and BUR roofing membranes plus insulation, directly competing with Sika Sarnafil in commercial roofing systems and waterproofing.
• Firestone Building Products: Owned by Holcim, Firestone produces EPDM, TPO, and metal roofing systems as well as roofing accessories, competing directly with Sika Sarnafil across commercial single-ply and modified bitumen roofing.
• GCP Applied Technologies: GCP (now part of Saint-Gobain) produces commercial waterproofing membranes, concrete admixtures, and specialty construction chemicals, overlapping with Sika's waterproofing, admixture, and roofing accessory businesses.
• Henry Company: Henry Company specializes in commercial roofing, air barriers, and waterproofing systems including modified bitumen and self-adhered membranes — a focused competitor to Sika Sarnafil in commercial building envelope protection.

Broad incumbents

• BASF Master Builders Solutions: BASF's construction chemicals division offers concrete admixtures, waterproofing, sealants, and flooring systems, competing broadly with Sika's ViscoCrete admixtures and waterproofing portfolio as part of a larger specialty chemicals platform.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/sika_usa

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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