DIY Green Roof Guide

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

a small green roof on an electrical substation

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!

edge details of a garden shed green roof

Detailing

From suggested screw sizes through edge details to drainage suggestions, John & Dusty take you through the process using text, photos, illustrations and videos

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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

Commercial Suppliers of Green Roof Products

A Select List of Recommended Green Roof Product Suppliers

Company Name	Contact Details	Product Page
Waterproofing
Butyl Products	Contact Form	Pond Liners
Radmat	Contact Form


Geotextiles
Butyl Products	Contact Form


Substrates
Shire Substrates	Contact Details
Green Tree	Contact Details	Roof Garden Substrate

Wildflower Turf
Tillers Turf	Contact Form	Wildflower Turf for Green Roofs


Wildflower Plugs


Seeds
John Chambers Wildflower Seed	Contact Details

Sedum Blankets
Green-tech	Contact Details	Low Maintenance Sedum

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