Lightweight Green Roof Systems

These systems reduce roof temperatures and thereby save electricity and are great for almost every application including residences apartment buildings condominiums townhouses retail buildings schools malls and hi rises.

Lightweight green roof systems.

The lightest green roof solution available. Can be used on roofs with zero degree drainage falls subject to certain limitations. The thickness of the drainage layer will depend on the roof structure and the water storage capacity required depending on the climate. It is a good growing medium and ensures good water absorption and tenacity.

There are two variations for the system build up. The flexibility of our systems means that we can customize to suit your project whether it s a retrofit with a steep slope or new construction of any type. Sedum roofs sedum roofs are extensive green roofs that have a media depth of 3 8 inches. Our green roof assemblies can be used in basic flat roof applications as well as more dynamic roof structures even on slopes up to 45 degrees.

Sedum roofs with a natural drainage layer are designed to maximize water retention while sedum roofs with a synthetic drainage layer may focus more on minimizing weight. The vegetation layer when is water saturated should not exceed 70 80 kg m but apart from that necessary conditions for plants must be ensured. Can only be used with a secured waterproofing system. A reflective roof coating or white roof is the best known and most applied of all green roof systems.

Xeroflor s green roof options include a range of lightweight systems from only 8 10 pounds per square foot to applications of 31 pounds per square foot. There are several landscape technologies for these ultra light extensive green roofs but all of them have the same purpose. Minimizing weight on the surface. 3 drainage including filterfleece 11 20 mm.