Making a Grass Roof // Strawbale build PART V

Making a flat grass roof for the strawbale shed. I do through the roof frame and how to cut the bird mouth joints on the joists. Then cutting the turf and getting it all installed. Putting it in two sentences it doesn't sound like much but this was a slow process. I have learnt quite a lot a long the way, I hope you can learn a little too.
Strawbales are one of a number of natural building techniques that are ideally suited to temperate climates, especially where straw is readily available. Its a waste material and it is storing the carbon in the straw as it doesn't break down. As long as they aren't being transported long distances they are an really sustainable material.
Be sure to check out my other videos in this series to get an idea of how a small building like this can be constructed. It's not the only way but it will give you an idea if you are looking to try it out yourself.

[@brooke_reiverrose2949]

Wow you even dug your own turf, cool

[@davidiom27]

so interesting content, thanks for sharing.

[@GetMeOffGrid_]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Freedomfighter-k2b]

Thanks for sharing this, great job. I’m thinking of doing similar, only grassing my summerhouse roof. Everywhere Ive read that you need at least 6” of top soil. Did your grass take ok with very little soil?

[@GetMeOffGrid_]

The grass got overtaken by moss generally. However, there are patches of grass that have survived. It has turned into a really interesting little ecosystem, with different plants coming and going. It took a hit this summer but has fully recovered and greened up now.

[@jdwilsun]

Somehow I missed the most important part... what kind of waterproof membrane did you use?

[@GetMeOffGrid_]

Rubber pond liner with an underlay

[@babajela6860]

Did you get any gas in the bag in end?

[@LB-W]

How much did this cost for the full build?

[@GetMeOffGrid_]

Around £1000