Product Description

This manual addresses cutting-edge technologies available for vegetative roof systems, including the waterproofing system and its associated components, such as a protection course, a root barrier, a drainage layer, thermal insulation and an aeration layer, and an overburden of growth medium and plantings. Best practices are included for the design and installation of extensive, semi-extensive and intensive vegetative roof systems.

The NRCA Waterproofing Manual

Waterproofing technology and building construction continue to experience change. Stay abreast of these latest changes concerning the design and installation of quality waterproofing assemblies.

Released in 2005, this manual will provide you with information on proper design; quality materials and workmanship; waterstops; warranties; material storage and handling; weather considerations; slope and drainage; flashings; and much more.

This manual is intended to complement The NRCA Roofing and Waterproofing Manual, Fifth Edition and should be used as a guideline to prepare proper specifications.

NRCA Members should contact NRCA direct.