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Hi
Anyone have any experience with green roofs? Green as in grass turf instead of tiles/slates.

I will be starting construction of my studio roof soon and this method is looking quite appealing. I only have a small budget so the roof design will be kept to a simple sloping roof. Higher at the front - lower at the back.

Being in the west of Ireland we get quite heavy rain and hale. Dealing with the noise of the harsh weather hitting the roof is of much concern.
I read that among the many benefits of green roofs such at thermal and environment, sound transmission can be greatly reduced due to the mass of a green roof. What appeals to me is the turf would act as a soft pad for any heavy rain/hale reducing heavily any noise on the roof.

Is this a good idea for a studio?

Sorry for the delay, hopefully I can help;

simple sloping roof. Higher at the front - lower at the back

This is exactly backwards for best acoustics when mixing; low in front, high in back keeps early reflections from causing imaging problems at the mix position, and redirects them to the rear of the room. Doing the opposite causes these to be focussed BACK into your head.

the turf would act as a soft pad for any heavy rain/hale reducing heavily any noise on the roof.

Yes, this works well.

Is this a good idea for a studio?

Sure, as long as you follow all the local recommendations concerning moisture control, drainage, etc -

I realize you mentioned your location in your first post, but it would help in future if you read and follow the guidelines at the top of this forum, here

http://www.johnlsayers.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=3231

Doing all the highlighted steps saves me quite a bit of time, so I can answer more members' questions - as my own life continues to get more hectic (mostly in a good way ) the efficiency of that page's steps becomes even more necessary, in order that I can cover everyone's needs with the time I have available -

Thanks... Steve