A thatched roof is the covering of a predominantly, but by no means limited to, timber substructure with straw, reeds, palm leaves or a similar material. Synthetic thatch roof covering is another good thatching solution, especially in wetter, more humid and windy climates.  Over and above the fact that Cape Reed African thatch is without a doubt the world’s most charming and beautiful form of roofing.

Whatever the climate, cape reed thatch is nature’s finest insulator. Beautifully cool and airy in the heat of summer and as warm as toast on a cold winter’s day.

Comprehensive tests have shown that compared to fibre cement / concrete tiles with in-ceiling insulation, the thermal performance of cape reed thatching with our built-in FireBloc is more than seven times better.

The FireBloc also performs another useful insulation function. Being of an exceptionally fine-gauge mesh, it traps most of the dirt and dust that normally filters through a thatched roof, virtually eliminating interior dust fall-out, helping you to keep your home even cleaner.

And perhaps even more exciting, it will open up more and more opportunities for you to explore the many creative interior design avenues offered by thatch:

Enthralling contemporary options like catwalks, skylights, elevated terraces and more traditional features, such as a thatched roof and pergola combination, open mezzanines, spiral staircases and dormer windowed loft rooms. On top of these options, you can also opt for thatched-roof cabanas and gazebos that will equally impart an aesthetically pleasing vibe to the exteriors of a venue.

Just think, all that wonderful “free” space just waiting for your design inventiveness to turn into something very special.

Our expert team of salesmen, designers and craftsmen will gladly assist you to create and construct the ideal shading option for your available space, contact us today for your free quotation and expert advice.