Do you have any framing schematics for an extensive green roof?
We're framing for a green roof right now and I'd love some guidance on the parapet details as well as perimeter drains/gutter details.
We're framing for a green roof right now and I'd love some guidance on the parapet details as well as perimeter drains/gutter details.
A green roof is much heavier than roofs with standard roof coverings and so has to be designed to carry the additional load. You would need to consult with an engineer to determine anything structural, we can’t advise you because it would depend on your region. But we can help you with the steps, this is our page on green roof construction if you haven’t seen it, and you can see how we did the parapet -
How to build a green roof – step by step DIY video
I hope the video helps!