How to Make a Green Roof
The online resource for building small scale green roofs on garden sheds, garages, house extensions and other small construction or retrofitting projects
New Builds
A step by step guide to creating a SAFE and LEAK FREE green roof on a new small scale construction project. Learn from the vastly experienced authors how to accomplish it yourself or provide guidance to your contractors
Retrofitting
Even the smallest of roof spaces can provide a small haven of beauty and a wildlife oasis. The retrofitting section advice can be used on garden sheds, cycle & bin shelters, the fundamentals remain the same!
Detailing
From suggested screw sizes through edge details to drainage suggestions, John & Dusty take you through the process using text, photos, illustrations and videos
Planting Ideas
Plant suggestions focussed on native species that can provide the maximum biodiversity. Separate lists for the UK, Eastern USA & Canada, Mid-West USA
Cookie Policy (UK)
Green Roof Related Articles
- Recent Media Items featuring John Little
- When Dry Times Come to a Green Roof
- Creating Biodiversity Hotspots on Solar Roofs
- Vertical Drainage on a Green Roof
- Green Roof Shed on Hampstead Heath
- Bin stores with green roofs
- Composites – Dandelions are good on a green roof
- Bike sheds should have a green roof
- Green Roof Sheds – Virginia beach to Milton Keynes
- Biosolar roofs – Green Roofs and Solar Power
