Category Archives: Green Roofs

Blackdown Green Roofs are installing a semi-intensive plug planted green roof at Riverwalk House in London, A brand new residential development on the north bank of the River Thames, the project is over 5 roof areas on a new apartment … More >>

Alumasc is committed to improving their internal and external operation and have adopted a new scheme – ‘investment in the future’.   Sam Clayden – South West Assistant Technical Manager Sam is new to the roofing industry and will be … More >>

Alumasc and Coates are working closely to provide our customers with a smooth transition from initial purchase to on-time delivery to site. Alumasc Roofing Systems has gained a reputation of giving their customers peace of mind when receiving their products … More >>

Due to the rapid growth within Alumasc Roofing Systems, Alumasc are pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Price to the role of National Business Development Director. Jonathan will be working alongside the Area Managers all over the UK outlining … More >>

BluRoof is a roof designed to alleviate flood risk by reducing and controlling the peak rate of discharge in compliance with design requirements; facilitating the detention of stormwater, up to a prescribed maximum hydraulic head, for subsequent discharge over an elongated period … More >>

Blackdown bio-diverse green roofs provide the ideal opportunity to recreate or replace lost or missing habitat. Having a defined goal, i.e. re-establishment of birds such as the Black Redstart or encouraging the digger wasp Nysson trimaculatus, helps Blackdown specifically tailor … More >>

Alumasc’s pioneering BluRoof Stormwater Management waterproofing system has been used at the new University of Bristol Lecture Theatre. This marks the first ever BluRoof installation in the UK.     As part of the 400 m2 project, the innovative BluRoof Stormwater Management … More >>

Blackdown semi-intensive green roofs provide the opportunity to increase the range of plant species used on the roof environment without having to specify an intensive system. Wildflower and drought tolerant planting can be used to great effect to provide increased bio-diversity and, at the same time, … More >>

Intensive green roof systems are becoming more and more common in highly populated city centres, driven by sustainability and water attenuation requirements, along with the need to create usable space. Intensive Green Roof Systems range from providing outdoor roof space at … More >>

Planting is all about the cultivation of plants which are wind, frost and drought resistant, require very little maintenance and are self-propagating. This type of vegetation will consist primarily of sedums, but can include herbaceous plants and grasses if the … More >>