Suncoast Tiki Huts sells thatching for every type of use. DIY build your own  tiki hut , chickee hut or tiki bar projects , decorations for  a luau party , commercial roofing for tropical themed building.
Indoors , or outdoors thatches. some of our thatches will last 20+ years warrantied against fading and rot.  Shipped nationwide

Palm Thatch

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.

Sq footage multiplied by 3 equals total leaves plus 10% wastage. (sqft x 3 x 10%)

 

Elephant Grass - Laguna 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.

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)= total sq. ft. 

Sq footage divided by 10 equals total rolls needed.

Tahiti Thatch 

  Easy to work with Tahiti  thatch pane (palm thatch) , very thick and durable - 36" x 22" 
made from Palm leaves folded and sewn over a mesh strip to form a heavy duty panel.
Durability: From 4-6 years in wet, humid climates, twice as long in hot, dry climates.

 

Specifications:
	- Dimensions: 36" wide x 23" long x 2" thick - Weight: 9 lbs - Can be Fire Retarded - Each panel gives 3 1/2 sq ft of coverage - nailed or stapled direct to wood frames

Installation: The installation is very simple and doesn't require any special skills.  installed in neat straight lines . Minimum suggested pitch is 33 degrees, steeper pitch increases longevity and waterproofability. Installed in layered courses, at 12-15 inches on center, overlapping the previous course by 8-11 inches. The panels can be stapled or nailed to battens . Each panels gives 3 -  3.5 sqft of coverage. Divide roof surface area by either 3 , or  3.5 to get quantity required. Depending on your spacing.

 

Thatch Reed Panels

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.

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.
 

Synthetic Thatch  

Synthetic Palm thatch           Synthetic Faux Palm Thatch         Synthetic Faux Reed Thatch

Great use for any roofing structure cottage style and island style.Bora Bora , and Domingo thatch also available.  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.


 


 

Mexican Rain Cape

Large quantities , and Wholesale Pricing available call for pricing 1-800-984-5448