Green roofs
Green roofs are very popular. Especially in cities, the natural element is appreciated. Are you thinking of installing a green roof? Then you should consider some key factors to ensure that your green roof is of the highest quality.
Bitumen is also an excellent option for the construction of green roofs, which have become an increasingly popular roofing option due to their benefits. Among other things, a green roof reduces your energy consumption thanks to its insulating properties and it also improves the air quality around it.
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Types of Green Roofs
SOPREMA offers waterproofing systems that include protection against root penetration. In our range you will find these products under the name SOPRALENE GARDEN, which consist of SBS modified bitumen. We have also added "JARDIN" after the product name of other products in our range that are suitable for green roofs. You can choose from two types of roofs:
Intensive green roof
Requires the same maintenance as a regular garden. The vegetation can consist of herbs, grasses and even trees.
Extensive green roof
If you want a roof that requires less maintenance, choose an extensive green roof. The vegetation on these roofs consists of mosses, grasses and broad-leaved plants.
There are both advantages and disadvantages to green roof structures. Therefore, for the best results, there are a number of important factors that you should take into account before starting the construction of a green roof. See how our waterproofing products are used when installing a sedum roof here.
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Create extra space on the roof
Annelund Roof
A green roof project
References
Annelund Roof
Green roofs