Original 1941 roofing trade vintage catalog for the BARRETT COMPANY.  Main office was located at 40 Rector Street, New York, NY. (Since 1854).

Manufacturers of Roofing and Weatherproofing. Coal Tar Products.

Barrett's leadership in roofing and waterproofing dates back more than 3/4 of a century. Pioneers in the field, Barrett has, since the early days of built up roofing construction, improved the materials, application methods and facilities for service, stride for stride with the advantages the building industry. Today the famous Barrett Specification is recognized everywhere as the standard of value for built-up roof construction, a ranking consistently held since its introduction decades ago. Barrett introduced the practice of bonding roofs, definitely freeing building owners from periodical repairs and maintenance expenses. Barrett initiated the bonding of roof flashing, eliminating divided responsibility. The Barrett Organization of Approved Roofing Contractors was the first ever established and Barrett's Complete Roof Inspection Service, introduced years ago, is unique in the roofing field.

Products include Barrett Specifications for Flat Roofs, Barret Specification for Steep Roofs, Barrett-Holt Roof Drains, Barrett Flashing Systems, Barrett Membrane Waterproofing against Hydrostatic Pressure, Barrett Damp-proofing against Moisture Above and Below Grade, Barrett Asphalt Shingles & Siding Materials (containing asbestos), Barrett Roll Roofings, Barrett Protective Paints, Barrett Roofing Cements & Coatings and Barrett Wood Preservatives, all are fully featured.

Has numerous product images, illustrations, description, application and specifications provide product details.

Unbound from a large rare 1941 Industrial Catalog, this unique old twelve-page technical brochure would display beautifully matted and framed. Nice graphics. A fabulous addition to your retro industry library.