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																	A green metal roof can be a bit bossy limiting the home s body and trim color options. 
																	Using 100 recycled materials robin oakey has been developing a unique green roofing system by studying how plants grow in a harsh. 
																	On green roofs you can consider other options for stabilizing trees which aren t common in traditional landscaping. 
																	Container gardens on roofs where plants are maintained in pots are not generally considered to be true green roofs although. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	But by observing a few loose rules for achieving a bold or understated design you can achieve a good looking exterior that not only you but also your neighbors will likely appreciate. 
																	Top 10 green roofing options are explained in this article. 
																	A green roof or living roof is a roof of a building that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and a growing medium planted over a waterproofing membrane it may also include additional layers such as a root barrier and drainage and irrigation systems. 
																	As a result the roof structure can require less maintenance saving the owner money in replacement costs over the long term life of the roofing system. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Color choice is personal of course. 
																	A green roof can increase the life expectancy of a roofing system by protecting the roofing materials from direct ultra violet radiation and extreme temperatures.