Step 2 waterproof the shed.
Garden shed grass roof.
Green roofs are increasing in popularity to the number of benefits they bring especially in city areas.
If you are interested in one then choose any shed from the beast range and tell us on checkout in the extra details panel you want a grass roof.
So if you ve an outbuilding shed or wood store with a bare roof why not give it a makeover.
While redeveloping our house we decided to install a living roof on our kitchen roof why you ask.
We add an extra frame ontop of that to support the grass.
There are three types of green roofs.
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Our grass roof sheds or green sheds are built using the same materials as our strongest range the beast range.
With the increase in extreme weather patterns green.
And with a little forethought can present yet another opportunity to grow more food.
These need 10 20cm 4 8in depth of growing medium enough to support perennials but not shrubs and trees.
Step 4 build a retaining frame.
Adding a green roof area to your home or garden does not only aesthetically improve your garden but provides a great tool for assisting in tackling the effects of climate change.
If the pitch is more than 20 degrees from horizontal you will need to take precautions so the soil in your garden does not slip.
Here s how to use artificial grass to give your shed a great new look that s sure to make you the envy of all your neighbours.
Make a normal flat or sloped roof into a beautiful living garden.
Check the roof is strong enough to bear the weight of a green roof and that the shed itself is up to it.
They can be created for example on a gently sloping shed roof by building a grid of wooden cells on top of the roof and filling the cells with compost.
On a garden scale they can make a stunning feature.
If in doubt you ll need to install a sturdier framework see below.
Preparing your shed roof and artificial grass.
Build a living roof green roof.
Step 3 allow for drainage.
Make sure that the shed roof is fully waterproof.
Adding a green roof to garden buildings such as sheds and storage areas reclaims the space they take up as well as improving air quality and encouraging wildlife into the garden.
In recent times garden sheds have become the focal point of many gardens.
Suitable waterproofing root barrier drainage and filter layers are necessary.
Make sure that the roof has a pitch that will enable drainage.
A green roof can help turn the ordinary into something really unique.
I liked the idea of having a bit more greenery in the property we live.
