Vegetative Roofing Systems

INTENSIVE VEGETATIVE ROOFING SYSTEMS

Kalkreuth’s selection of intensive green roofs offer a great potential for design and biodiversity and can be used in a number of commercial, residential, or industrial applications.

FEATURES

  • Medium depth of 6 inches or more
  • Often require heavy root barrier and irrigation
  • Reservoir layer required
  • Efficient drainage layer may be required

OPTIONS

  • Wider selection of plant species than extensive systems
  • Improves air quality
  • Increases energy efficiency
  • Improves aesthetic environment
  • Aids in LEED Certification

Intensive, or deep, vegetative roofing systems support a diverse selection of plant species such as trees, shrubs, and other herbaceous plant varieties. Intensive systems can easily incorporate architectural features such as pavers, walkways, and benches.

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EXTENSIVE VEGETATIVE ROOFING SYSTEMS

Extensive vegetative roofing systems combine the science of horticulture, waterproofing, and engineering to replicate the many benefits of traditional vegetative open space.

FEATURES

  • Growth medium of approximately 2-6 inches
    Sloped substrate to provide positive drainage
    Designed to provide excellent plant growth and water holding capacity
    Insulation layer
    Can include a loose-laid or partially-attached membrane
    Modular construction for ease of installation and dismantling

OPTIONS

  • Prevents moisture from entering a habitable space or building
    Protects from ultraviolet (UV) exposure
    Improves water quality
    Conserves energy
    Improves aesthetic environment
    Aids in LEED Certification

Extensive vegetative roofing systems use a limited range of species such as herbs, mosses, low-growing grasses, sedum, and other plan varieties that tolerate extreme conditions. Sustained in a growth medium layer of approximately 2-6 inches, our extensive vegetative roofing system options provide many benefits such as water quality improvement and energy conservation.

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