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South African
Reed Thatch Panels
Reed thatch panel is aesthetically pleasing, cost-effective, practical, versatile, and easy to install. This simple to install do-it-yourself thatch roofing can be easily installed without specialized tools or training. The reed thatch can be innovatively used in a number of applications. With excellent thermal efficiency, rot and mildew resistant, extremely wind resistant and maintenance free. The life expectancy averages 10 years.
Durability 6-12 years, 99% waterproof, wide variety of sizes available, galvanized steel frame.
Applications
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Play Sets [photo]
• Over a Bar [photo]
• On a Patio [photo]
• In a BBQ [photo]
• In a Pool [photo]
The options are endless........!
Specifications
Reed Panel width 31"
Reed Panel length 17"
Thickness of bound edge 1"
Weight 11 lbs.
Each panel gives 3.6 square feet coverage.
When overlapped like a shingle each panel gives 2.5 square feet coverage.
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Installation:
Easy Do-it-yourself.
No special skills needed.
Can be installed in straight lines or irregular shaped.
Minimum pitch 30 degrees for increased longevity.
Install in layered courses with 5" overlap.
Vertical and horizontal furring strips raise the panels
above any solid substrate preventing damming, and allows the panels
to breathe increased longevity.
To calculate number
of panels needed:
Divide roof area
by 2.5 to get number of panels needed.
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