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Not All Synthetic Thatch Can Match Our UV Protection Standards
The sun can be very damaging to some synthetic thatch roofs. Even the most beautiful colors of synthetic thatch can fade without superior UV protection. Endureed's UV protection is designed into the thatch itself. Our UV protection is so lasting that our warranty covers color degradation. Our synthetic thatch products will not fade in color. [...]
Dripline Trench Installation For Structures Without Gutters
Many thatched roof structures don't have gutters. Some use dripline trenches to collect and infiltrate rainwater from the rooftop instead. A dripline trench installation controls erosive runoff water from the rooftop. These trenches store the rainwater until it soaks into the soil. They reduce back-splash and protect the house and prevent water from pooling near [...]
How To Get An Authentic South Pacific Look Without Using Natural Thatch Roofing Material
Would you like an authentic South Pacific look for your next roofing project? You don't have to resort to natural thatch roofing materials to get the same South Pacific ambiance. Let's face it, if you choose natural thatch, you are signing up for a lifetime of maintenance. Endureed’s Bali synthetic thatch perfectly replicates natural thatch material used [...]
Contractors: Choosing Between Natural Or Synthetic Thatch For Your Next Roofing Project
There are several good reasons why most contractors choose synthetic thatch over natural thatch. First of all, Endureed's patented synthetic thatch roofing products are easy for any roofer to install. Even DIY enthusiasts have great success installing our products. General contractors find it much easier to find an available roofer than it is to find [...]
Get A Traditional Thatched Roof Barn With None Of The Hassles
Thatched roof barns and farm buildings have been a visually appealing part of what is now the United Kingdom for at least a millennium. Builders in bygone Britain, Ireland and Scotland used grasses that were readily available along the countryside. Eventually, this craft began to fall to the wayside though. Modern needs and issues made [...]
Why You Should Choose Endureed Synthetic Thatch For Your Next Thatched Roof Project
Most contractors consider Endureed synthetic thatch the best synthetic thatch in the world. We're grateful when these compliments are left for us in reviews, of course. Why do contractors love our products so much? That's easy: Results from independent testing agencies consistently prove that our products are superior. Still, there are several factors that make our products superior to [...]
Avoid Worries Over Thatch Slippage On Your Next Thatched Roof
Endureed customers don't have to worry about thatch slippage. Just because our roofs look identical to natural thatched roofs doesn't mean they share the same problems. One of the major problems that can come up with a natural thatch roof is slippage. The thatch will actually slip out of place. What Causes Thatch Slippage On [...]
Never Worry About Thatch Compaction Problems With Endureed Roofs
Some people don't realize how important thatch compaction is when considering natural thatched roofs. Inexperienced thatchers sometimes don't compact thatch properly. Homeowners and business owners expect a nicely thatch roof, but due to the craftsmanship required for a good naturally thatched roof and the lack of available thatchers, some people experience a huge let down. [...]
Valley Sections Don’t Leak When You Choose Synthetic Thatch Roofs
One problem with naturally thatched roofs is a tendency for thatched valley sections to leak. Valley sections on thatched roof houses generally don't leak at first. Even when natural thatch isn't fitted correctly, these sections usually don't leak at first. After natural thatching is a few years old, the problems start. These sections are where [...]
