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1. Installation of a green roof
1.1 Insulation/waterproofing complex
The insulation/waterproofing complex, which insulates the roof thermally, protects it from the elements and various climatic stresses, and creates a layer resistant to root penetration, must also be able to withstand the forces of wind suction, whatever the level of vegetation coverage.
It can be fully adhered, semi-independent, independent or mechanically fastened, depending on the purpose of the terrace (accessible, non-accessible, garden...), the load-bearing element (wood, concrete, steel...), the slope of the roof, the type of insulation... It must comply with the relevant reference document (Avis Technique, Document Technique d'Application, Atex, Cahier des Clauses Techniques).
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ADIVET (French association for green roofs and facades)
Règles professionnelles pour la conception et la réalisation des terrasses et toitures végétalisées – 2nd edition – November 2007 http://www.adivet.net
French Waterproofing Association (CSFE) http://www.etancheite.com
...Standards and norms
- Waterproofing flat and pitched roofs with load-bearing masonry elements in lowland climates – Part 1-1: Technical specifications - NFP 84-204-1-1 (DTU 43.1) -
- Cahier des prescriptions techniques communes de mise en œuvre des étanchéités de toitures par membranes monocouches synthétiques en PVC-P non compatible avec le bitume - CSTB 3502 - 04-00
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