Used extensively in the united states. Half the cost of other thatches. Authentic palm leaves from the deep woods sable palms. Can be used on any roof in place of regular roofing shingles, as well as on frame structures.
Materials: Replenishable, renewable resource. Durability: Interior - Indefinite. Exterior - from 5-7 years in wet, humid climates, twice as long in hot, dry climates.
Installation: Simple DIY, no special skills reqd., faster than cedar shingles. Minimum suggested pitch is 30 degrees, steeper pitch increases longevity. Installed in layered courses, 3 inches apart, approx 12" on center. Sugessted fastening nailgun or 1 1/4" pneumatic stapler.
To figure out how many leaves you need multiply your sq foot area by 1.206 which equals your total sq footage. (L x W x 1.206)
Sq footage multiplied by 3 equals total leaves plus 10% wastage. (sqft x 3 x 10%)
Elephant Grass Simple inexpensive approach to create that authentic palm thatch look. Can be used on any roof in place of regular roofing shingles, as well as on frame structures and umbrella frames. Not waterproof - purely shade covering.
Materials: Replenishable, renewable resource. Durability: Interior - Indefinite. Exterior - from 5-7 years in wet, humid climates, twice as long in hot, dry climates.
Installation: Simple DIY, no special skills reqd., faster than cedar shingles. Minimum suggested pitch is 30 degrees, steeper pitch increases longevity. Installed in layered courses, at 6 inches on center, stapled to battens or a plywood subroof. For subsequent courses, allow the fringe of the nest panel to overhang the panel in the preceding course.
Specifications:
- Hand bound grass stem doubled over a nylon webbing
- Dimensions : 20' long x 42" wide
- Weight: 22 lbs
- Sold in single roles
- Waterproof when installed 6" on center
To figure out how many rolls you need multiply your sq foot area by 1.206 which equals your total sq footage. (L x W x 1.206)
Sq footage divided by 10 equals total rolls needed.
Attractive natural roofing material. Multiple uses - create authentic thatch look, use in place of regular shingles, on umbrella frames, gazebos, bars and regular roofs. Thatch reed panels are 5-10 degrees cooler than other shade materials. 99% waterproof. No mildew, no cleaning or maintenance required.
Materials:The reed is Southern African Cape Reed known as Dekriet. The binding strip is a two part polyurethane mix, reinforced with a woven mesh. Binding strip is flexible, allowing the panels to bend and curve to conform to unusual roof lines.
Durability: From 5-7 years in wet, humid climates, twice as long in hot, dry climates.
Specifications:
- Dimensions: 30" wide x 17" long x 1" thick
- Weight: 11 lbs
- Sold in boxes of 6
- Can be Fire Retarded
- Each panel gives 2 1/2 sq ft of coverage
- Clips onto rebar subframe or can be stapled direct to wood frames
Installation: The installation is very simple and doesn't require any special skills. Can be installed in neat straight lines or soft wavy irregular lines. Minimum suggested pitch is 30 degrees, steeper pitch increases longevity and waterproofability. Installed in layered courses, at 12 inches on center, overlapping the previous course by 5 inches. The panels can be stapled or nailed to battens or a plywood subroof. Each panels gives 2.5 sqft of coverage. Divide roof surface area by 2.5 to get quantity required.
Great use for any roofing structure cottage style and island style. Will not break down like natural thatch. 20 year limited warrenty. Made from a high grade PVC compound, designed to resist color fading, rot, mildew and UV weather damage. Exceptionally fire/flame resistant. Simulated thatch has excellent wind uplift resistance and can be used on housing structures.
Application: simple inexpensive approach to create that authentic palm thatch look. Can be used on any roof in place of regular roofing shingles, as well as on frame structures and umbrella frames. Not waterproof - purely shade covering. For applications requiring waterproofing, we recommend installing a regular subroof using regular 3/4" plywood substrate covered with felt or ice and water sheild.
Materials: these premium quality rain capes are hand woven from palm leaf in Mexico. Replenishable, renewable resource.
Durability: Interior - Indefinate. Exterior - >From 1-2 years in wet, humid climates. Twice as long in hot, dry climates.
Specifications:
- Hand woven Palm leaf mat 42" x 42" x 1/8" thick
- Weight: 5 lbs
- Umbrella Cape diameters: 7 ft, 9 ft, 12 ft
- MRC Sheets sold in bales or 12 sheets
- MRC Umbrella Capes are sold individually
- Each panel gives 10 sq ft of coverage
Installation: Installation is is very simple and doesnt require any special skills. Minimum suggested pitch is 30 degrees, steeper pitch increases longevity. Installed in layered cources, at 42" on center, stapled to battens or a plywood subroof. For subsequent courses, allow the fringe of the next panel to overhang the panel in the preceding course. Panels are butted side to side. Each panel gives 12 sqft of roof surface coverage. Divide roof surface area by 12 to get quantity required. Umbrella capes simply fit over existing frames or canopies.
