Tahiti Thatch

Tahiti Thatch Specifications:

• Pieces of hardy desert palm leaves are bound together along the top of the panel with a nylon thread
• Sold in single panels
• 5-6 years longevity
• Panels can be Fire Retarded for indoor or outdoor applications and passes a class A, ASTM E-84 rating
• Tahiti Top Cones are available to finish off a circular structure

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Dimensions of Tahiti Thatch:

• Averages 23” – 24” long x 37” wide x roughly 2” thick
• Each panel provides 2.5 sq ft roof coverage when installed 12” on center

Applications of Tahiti Thatch:

• Replace regular roof shingles with Tahiti Thatch panels
• Tahiti Thatch Panels will give roof a typical chuncky island thatch look
• Can be used to replace any roof shingles
• amaZulu’s Tahiti Thatch clips are used to attach directly onto amaZulu’s umbrella frame for a full tropical shade
• Create your own awning, bar or gazebo roof with an island flare

Tahiti thatch installation instructions:

• Very quick and easy to install - no special tools or skills needed.
• Thatch tiles can either be tied to 8mm (1/4") steel rods of an amaZulu Umbrella frame or nailed or stapled to wooden battens.
• The minimum suggested pitch should be 30 degrees, but a steeper pitch will increase water run-off and longevity
• The thatch tiles are installed in layered courses every 12” oc
• A ridge cap of split bamboo, or copper flashing can be used at the peak of a thatched structure or a Tahiti Top Cone for the peak of an umbrella

FAQs About Tahiti thatch:

I am installing an amaZulu Tahiti Thatch umbrella and I need to cut a panel width as it is too long, how do I go about that?

Using a sharp edge, cut the panel and the cords at least 2” in additional from the desired finished width. Remove the palm fronds until you have the correct width. If you pull away the fronds and leave the cord there will be enough cord to tie a knot to seal the edges so that no additional fronds can come loose.

Can I install the Tahiti Thatch Panels directly onto an existing roof?

Absolutely, however we do recommend you attach a wooden lattice made of horizontal then vertical firing strips to the roof first. This allows ventilation and drainage around the thatch which increases the longevity of the product if it is able to “breathe”.

Can you suggest what I should use at the top of my umbrella?

amaZulu supplies the Tahiti Top Cones which match the Tahiti Thatch Panels. This is a great way to finish off the structure giving the umbrella an island flare.

Can the Tahiti Thatch Panels be fire retarded?

Yes. In order to receive a Fire Retardant Certificate for your Fire Marshal, amaZulu can either pre-fire retarded the Tahiti Thatch Panels to a class A rating and then ship, or our applicators can fire retard your structure on site after thatching is complete. If you choose to apply the fire retardant yourself, this can be purchased from amaZulu, but we would not be able to issue a certificate.

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