Adding a root barrier system to prevent the plant roots from penetrating and potentially harming the existing roof.
Green roof basics.
Installing a waterproofing membrane over the entire existing roof.
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With a conventional built in place green roof system some of the installation steps include.
Installing a.
A variety of plants that grow well in a soil depth of five to seven inches are good to use including certain perennials ornamental grasses herbs shrubs and sedums.
Consider the location.
When designing the space determine whether that space will be used by people to visit and enjoy will.
Green roofs can add substantial weight to the building.
The basic anatomy of a green roof consists of vegetation growing medium filter membrane drainage layer waterproof root repellant layer roofing membrane support for plantings above thermal insulation vapor control layer and structural roof support.