Saturday 1 October 2011

23. Roof Terrace

One of the jobs which I didn't manage to complete last year is the installation of the roof terrace. I have taken advantage of some recent good weather to get it done:

First job is installation of the floor joists (which also form the ceiling of the living area).

Firring strips give the correct fall to the deck. We want a terrace, not a swimming pool...

An opening is made in the parapet wall and a hopper installed to take away rainwater.

The roof deck is then laid. 18mm T&G OSB glued on all four edges ensures a nice rigid floor.

Upstands are installed all round...

...the EPDM covering is laid out ready for installation...


...then glued into place.

Still some work to do installing the vents, flashing and copings but at least we are watertight.

4 comments:

  1. It’s a great idea to install a roof terrace, Tony! A well-designed roof terrace is one of the relaxing areas in the house, which provides a nice view outside. Did you ever think of installing a sun sail or canvas canopy to the terrace? It adds color and brightens up the area. By the way, how did you design the interior of your roof terrace?

    Alejamuel Sultz

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  2. Having a roof terrace is a bright idea. I was in the midst of deciding whether to put a porch or a roof terrace. But when I saw how your roof looked, I think I would also want a terrace roof. It is a good way of adding another space to your home without necessarily expanding your property. ;)

    >Brendan Gertner

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  3. I’d love to have a roof terrace too! It’s always a good investment to add more space in your house. I’m sure it’s very relaxing to spend some time there, especially at night.

    -Penelope Dingee

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