How to Build a Rooftop Deck Using QwickBuild™

Transforming a rooftop into a usable outdoor space adds real value to your property. Whether it’s a private terrace or a communal rooftop area, the QwickBuild™ aluminium deck system offers the safest and most efficient solution. It's designed specifically for sensitive rooftop environments, especially those with waterproof membranes that cannot be penetrated.

Planning Your Rooftop Deck

Every rooftop comes with unique challenges, from height restrictions to access and load limits. The first step is a detailed assessment of your rooftop surface. QwickBuild™ provides a modular framing solution that can be adapted to suit varying heights and rooftop profiles, allowing for level, durable outdoor flooring above uneven surfaces.

The system is compatible with composite decking, tiles, or synthetic turf, offering full design flexibility. Planning should consider:

• Drainage and slope management
• Wind loading and edge protection
• Deck height from surface to finish

Membrane-Safe Installation

One of the standout features of QwickBuild™ is that it’s a non-penetrating subframe. This makes it ideal for rooftops with waterproof membranes such as EPDM, TPO, or bitumen-based systems. The system floats above the surface using proprietary support cradles or pedestals, avoiding costly damage to your waterproofing layer.

Each cradle distributes weight evenly across the rooftop, ensuring structural performance without the need for mechanical fixing.

Adjustable Cradles & Acoustic Benefits

QwickBuild™ uses adjustable cradles and pedestals to create a level surface across variable rooftop slopes. These cradles can be specified with acoustic pads to reduce vibration and impact sound—an important factor for apartments, hotels, or multi-storey buildings where noise transfer is a concern.

Key benefits:

• Adjustable heights from 25mm to 500mm+
• Sound-dampening accessories available
• Fast, dry installation with no curing time

Case Studies: Rooftop Success with QwickBuild™

Manchester Apartment Roof Terrace: A multi-level QwickBuild™ frame was installed with no rooftop fixings, supporting composite decking and a frameless glass balustrade. The use of acoustic pads provided additional comfort to the residents below.

London Commercial Rooftop Lounge: The client required a system that wouldn’t compromise the waterproof membrane. QwickBuild™ was chosen for its modular design and quick install time. Finished with porcelain tiles and LED lighting, the space is now a high-value amenity.