13 12, 2017

Installation Tips: What Eave Types Work With A Bali Roof?

2025-07-25T23:07:34-04:00By |Blog, Plastic Thatch, Synthetic Thatch|

Bali synthetic thatch works well with island eaves or built-up eaves. Bali, part of our Regions' Series, has the appearance of east Asia grass thatching. You can install Bali on the following roof types: Valley, Shed, Hip, Gable, Cone, or Compound curve. You can install Bali synthetic thatch on any sloped roof [...]

7 10, 2017

Fire Tests: Endureed Vs. Competitors

2025-07-25T23:07:57-04:00By |Benefits to Architects, Benefits to Hotels, Blog, Fire Safety, HDPE, Plastic Thatch, Synthetic Thatch, Thatch Roofing, Why Endureed?|

Fire safety matters to us, so our team put our Viva and Regions synthetic thatch products to the test. Our products were tested along with two of our top-performing competitors' products. We wanted to make sure our products are as safe against structure fires as possible. We could tell you how [...]

8 09, 2017

What is Bali Synthetic Thatch?

2025-07-25T23:08:19-04:00By |Blog, Plastic Thatch, Synthetic Thatch|

Bali synthetic thatch is a gorgeous, grass-style thatch with loosely tapered shingles that’s designed to mimic east Asia grass thatching. Key Features of Bali Synthetic Thatch Made from fireproof materials Can withstand Category 5 hurricane winds Made right here in the U.S. Bali is designed for island eaves and built-up [...]

2 08, 2017

More Roofing Terminology

2025-07-25T23:08:21-04:00By |Blog, Plastic Thatch, Synthetic Thatch|

Our last post on the anatomy of a roof was incredibly popular, so we decided to take a more in-depth look at roofing terminology. You can find more roofing terminology here. Roofing Terminology It’s often helpful to grasp the basics of roofing if you’re installing (or thinking about installing) a [...]

2 08, 2017

The Anatomy of a Roof: Basic Roofing Terminology

2025-07-25T23:08:21-04:00By |Blog, Plastic Thatch, Synthetic Thatch|

When it comes to roofing, knowing the basics is important. Here’s a breakdown of roofing terminology so you can get to know the terms of the trade. Deck The deck is the roof’s structural base. It’s usually made of wood. Dormer The dormer is a structure that contains a window, [...]

1 08, 2017

What Are ASTM Roofing Standards?

2025-07-25T23:08:21-04:00By |Blog, Plastic Thatch, Synthetic Thatch|

The American Society for Testing and Materials, or ASTM, has developed specific roofing standards that help business owners and roofers specify, test, and evaluate the performance requirements across roofing systems, including synthetic thatch. What Are ASTM’s Roofing Standards? ASTM’s roofing standards include information on providing protection from the elements, rain, [...]

27 07, 2017

Why Are Wind Ratings Important When it Comes to Roofing Materials?

2025-07-25T23:08:21-04:00By |Blog, Plastic Thatch, Synthetic Thatch|

Many business owners overlook the importance of the wind rating on their roofing materials. If your business is located in a place susceptible to high winds, then you should know the rating on your roof. A wind rating tells you how much force your shingles or other roofing materials can [...]

26 07, 2017

What is Synthetic Thatch Roofing?

2025-07-25T23:08:21-04:00By |Blog, Plastic Thatch, Synthetic Thatch|

Synthetic thatch roofing presents the style and the appearance of a natural thatch roof, without the maintenance difficulties associated with natural thatch. While natural thatch is beautiful, maintaining the natural materials is time-intensive. Synthetic thatch roofing will not mold, decompose, or shed like natural thatch materials do, and will last [...]

25 07, 2017

Is Plastic Thatch Roofing Good for Resorts?

2025-07-25T23:08:21-04:00By |Blog, Plastic Thatch, Synthetic Thatch|

Plastic thatch roofing is ideal for tropical resorts. It has the look of classic thatch roofing, but it doesn't bring the disadvantages traditional thatch does. A classically thatched roof is prone to fire, pest infestation, and a short lifespan--but the synthetic fibers of a plastic thatch roof eliminate these issues. [...]

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