A ballasted (gravel/paved) roof will generally require a stronger supporting structure than that for the exposed membrane one, but will allow the roof to be used as a trafficked or leisure use area. Additionally a ballasted roof will provide a higher degree of sound reduction and, if covered with minimum 50 mm depth of gravel ballast or 50 mm thick pavers, is deemed to achieve an FAA fire rating.
Specification Details for Ballasted Roofs (Flat Roofs)
Please note that these product properties are not a replacement for the manufacturer's literature and it is always recommended that Sika-Trocal is consulted before specifying.