Sloping green roof, Academie voor Lichamelijke Opvoeding Amsterdam © Optigroen

Sloping green roofs

Data

  • Weight: 
    160-190 kg/m²
  • Depth: 
    13 cm
  • Roof pitch: 
    5-35° (9-70%)
  • Vegetation form: 
    Sedum / grass / herbs
  • Water: 1
  • Heat: 1
  • Biodiversity: 2
  • Air quality: 1
  • Energy: 1
  • Multifunctional space usage: 1
  • Costs: 3

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For sloping roofs a system to prevent sliding is necessary. The drainage layer can be thinner and simplified due to the quicker runoff of rainwater. With a grass roof an irrigation system is required to keep the grass green even in the dry summer periods.

Sloping green roof © Optigroen

1 vegetation mat
2 extensive substrate
3 anti-slip system
4 drainage mat
5 protection and storage mat