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Regions Series Synthetic Thatch & Chemical Resistance
Regions series synthetic thatch shingles feature extreme chemical resistance. You know that this can't be said for all plastics. The specific formula for synthetic thatch shingles in our gorgeous Regions series makes for a shingle with chemical resistance superior to other types of plastics. This obviously includes general-purpose plastics like PE, PP or PS. The [...]
Fire Safety Features Of Regions Series Synthetic Thatch Formula
Every product in Endureed's Regions series is manufactured with a special formula that offers a multitude of safety features in the event of a structure fire. These safety features offer significant peace of mind for building owners. Products Endureed's Regions series are made using thermoplastic resins. The formula used to create the material in these synthetic [...]
Watch For Endureed’s Viva Palm On ‘Treehouse Masters’
Endureed's Viva synthetic palm thatch is seen in the Season 11 premier of Animal Planet's Treehouse Masters! Obviously, we are so excited. Pete Nelson is an incredibly talented, world-renowned treehouse designer and builder. Treehouse Masters documents the work he and his team of craftsmen create. Nelson always uses a combination of science, innovation and art [...]
Flame Retardants Like Those On Natural Thatch Metabolized By Bald Eagles
As a green building designer, you probably are aware that many companies that treat natural thatched roofing materials with flame retardants have moved to a more eco-friendly version. They claim that it's non toxic and perfectly safe. Yet, scientists and environmentalists aren't so sure. Essentially, both types of flame retardants that are commonly used on [...]
Explaining The Environmental Cost Of Natural Thatch To Clients
As a green building designer, you may encounter clients who want natural thatch on accessory buildings like tiki huts, gazebos or boat houses. Your clients may wrongfully assume that natural thatch is the most sustainable building material for accessory buildings on their grounds. Of course, you know that quality synthetic thatch is the greener option. [...]
If You’re A Visionary Building Designer, You Need Products To Support Your Strengths
How many times have product specifications limited you as a building designer? You have breathtaking ideas for a hotel, resort or commercial building. Your vision could make the project stand out in the most amazing ways. Most likely, you got into your field with dreams of creating legacy-minded structures. With each project, you envision innovative, [...]
Architects Gain Freedom To Design Tudor-Style Structures With Somerset Thatch
VIVA BALI CAPETOWN KILIMANJARO SOMERSET KONA DOMINICA Tudor architecture originated in England more than 500 years ago. This architectural style is obviously the inspiration behind Tudor Revivals, or mock Tudors. A Tudor building had timber trim, steep roof lines, prominent cross gables, leaded-glass casement windows, jetties and ornate chimneys. Thatched roofs were very common early [...]
Exploited Palms Used In Natural Thatching On Verge Of Extinction
Did you know that of the 204 known palm tree species in Madagascar, 98 percent don't grow anywhere else in the world? It's true. Madagascar is an incredibly diverse hot spot for palms due to the long period of isolation after the super continent broke apart. The northeastern forests there have the greatest species diversity. [...]
India’s Eco-Friendly, Maintenance-Free Plastic Roads
In Dubai, the government has committed to a massive plastic recycling program that has resulted in maintenance-free plastic roads! Currently, a new green building technique is taking off: They are using recycled plastic to build roads. This eliminates the mountains of plastic waste and also creates stronger, maintenance-free roads. These roads are expected to last [...]
