Green, as in the best system to be installed under your rooftop garden.
A growing trend in the commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings market is turning "forgotten" roofs into usable space. Photovoltaic and paver systems are gaining a foothold in this area, as are garden roofs.
- All rooftop garden systems require a reliable waterproofing membrane beneath the growing medium and plant life.
- The Cool Zone roofing system is ideal for this application. Duro-Last’s prefabrication technology (every roof is manufactured in-house to fit building dimensions precisely, eliminating up to 85% of rooftop seaming) means less potential for future leaks – a major consideration when the membrane will be covered with a rooftop garden.
- Because the Cool Zone membrane is lightweight (less than 1⁄3 pound per square foot), it will only marginally add to the overall weight of the complete garden roofing system, which can weigh up to 30 pounds per square foot.
- For businesses investing in garden roofs, the cost of the Duro-Last component is minimal compared with that of the entire roofing assembly. Installing a new Cool Zone system on the roof deck prior to installing the garden roof system is a sensible investment.
- The Cool Zone roofing system is also solar ready — an easy-to-install, reliable, watertight application for a variety of photovoltaic technologies.
- Hearty Regional VegetationChoosing the right plants is one of the most critical factors for a successful garden roof. GardenScapes™ systems offer a choice of regional varieties suited to your specific climate and to meet your personal taste or landscaping objectives.
- Start-Rite™ Growing MediumThis custom formulated blend is designed for your specific geographic location. It includes a special organic superfood that promotes fuller, faster plant growth. And to help improve the quality of your runoff water, it even includes a unique carbon filtering compound.
- DuraGro™ 4-in-1 Drainage
Exceptionally easy to install, the DuraGro™ system combines four functions into one. It protects the roofing membrane from direct contact with the growing medium. It retains just enough water to help keep the plants from drying out—while slowing the drainage of excess water into storm sewers. Finally, it helps to screen the drain water to keep the DuraGro™ system from clogging.
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AirFieldFrom little league to the NFL, the AirField system is the premier drainage system for natural turf fields. The AirDrain geogrid creates a one-inch void below the sand root zone mix that circulates gases and produces the perfect perched water table. An AirField grows the healthiest turf with the strongest roots while preventing costly rainouts. Along with the time and labor savings of installation, superintendents enjoy reduced chemical use, irrigation, and general maintenance. Outperform stone drainage with the unbeatable price and performance of an AirField system.
- GAF's Reliable Roof Waterproofing SystemThe GardenScapes™ system relies on your choice of GAF's field-proven single-ply TPO or multiple-ply TriPositeXL™ roofing systems for its reliable waterproofing ability. No other manufacturer offers you more waterproofing choices for your garden roof.
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