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Synthetic thatch is an alternative roofing solution to natural thatching. With synthetic thatch, you can capture the beauty of natural thatch without any of the problems. You don’t have to worry about the risk of fire, harsh weather conditions, infestations, or any maintenance costs. High-quality synthetic thatch can be made from HDPE, high-density polyethylene, or PVC materials and delivers the durability of commercial-grade building products so your roof will last longer without breaking down over time.
Before we dive into the process of building a wind-resistant thatch roof, let’s preface
That’s why we created a cost-effective synthetic thatch alternative. Endureed thatch is a quality-long term investment that delivers the beauty of natural thatch without any added costs. You will see a return on your initial investment within a few years of installation! Avoid the stress of a natural thatched roof and start saving money with Endureed.
One of the biggest factors to consider when using natural thatch is the risk of fire. Thatched roofs are more vulnerable to fire than any other roofing material. About 90% of thatch fires are caused by chimneys and modern appliances. If a thatch roof catches on fire, it spreads quickly as dry reeds and grass are extremely flammable. They are difficult to extinguish and can cost thousands of dollars in damage. Thatch roofs are also maintenance-intensive and require a lot of time and money.
While Endureed has left its mark on many projects across the globe, you can trace its roots back to Northern Florida. Headquartered in Lake City, Endureed has proudly manufactured products in the USA for 20 years. By manufacturing all products in-house, Endureed strives to support the U.S. economy and uses environmentally friendly practices to provide high-quality products and services.
Did you know Florida has one of the strictest building codes in the world? The Florida Product Approval was created to help reduce the risk of hurricane damage on building structures throughout the state. This prestigious approval requires products to undergo a rigorous testing schedule in order to ensure they meet certain compliance standards set forth by the Florida Building Code including wind, rain, uplift, impact, nail pullout and pressure ratings.
At Endureed, we’ve had the honor of working with big-name corporations and resorts to provide custom, engineered thatch roofing solutions to meet their needs. From theme parks like SeaWorld and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge to hotels like the Marriott and Embassy Suites, businesses choose Endureed products time and time again.
Our nightmare started in April 2017 at our vacation house in Guatemala. A fire started at our neighbor’s home and quickly passed to ours. This was a home for our family to spend weekends, holidays, and to make memories in. 20 of our closest friends and family managed to run outside the house in time to watch the house of our dreams burn to ashes all because of the natural thatch roof we had.
