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Thatched Roof Design
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THE ROOF THATCHERS GUIDE TO THATCHED ROOFING
FROM THATCHED ROOF DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION TO INSURING YOUR THATCHED ROOF PROPERTY.Whether you are considering purchasing a thatched roof property for the first time, already have a thatch roof building or just interested in finding out more about traditional or modern thatching this guide to thatched roofing will provide you with the key information you need.
From initial design and style of thatch roofs, through material selection, construction techniques and maintenance of thatched roof buildings the aim of this guide is to provide the answers you require.
In the next section you will find the main subjects covered in the roof thatcher’s guide to thatched roofing. Just click on the topic of interest and visit the relevant section to uncover information on all aspects of thatching and thatched roof properties. Additionaly, wherever you are in the site you can access relevant information from the menu at the top of each page.
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Thatch Roof Design
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Thatched Property Maintenance
THATCHED ROOFING FAQs
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What Are Thatched Roofs Made Of?
Thatched roofs are made of natural materials which can be water reed, combed wheat or longstraw. When these materials are properly prepared and professionally installed they form a long lasting waterproof roof which can be adapted for all sorts of buildings.
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How Long Does Thatch Roofing Last?
The lifespan of a thatched roof is governed by a number of different dependencies. The material used in the construction is a big factor with water reed thought to be the most robust at 25 – 40 years, combed wheat reed 25-35 years and longstraw 15-25 years. In addition, the pitch and aspect of the roof are both factors as is the quality of workmanship during the initial construction.
The thatched roof ridge will however will need replacing every 8 - 10 years. This though can be done fairly quickly and is in comparison, an inexpensive process.
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Do Thatched Roofs Leak?
A combination of the thatch compactness when bundling these natural water shedding plants together and the pitch of a thatched roof mean water simply cannot penetrate. Water simply runs off the roof and the thickness of the thatch bundles ensures that they cannot absorb moisture.
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Will A Thatched Roof Require Any Maintenance?
Routine thatch maintenance will include a new ridge every 8 – 10 years. This is relatively inexpensive and whilst the thatcher is undertaking the replacement of the ridge line they will normally dress the roof and remove any build-up of moss and lichen which can reduce the lifespan of the thatch.
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How Much Do Thatched Roofs Cost?
A typical thatched roof is more expensive than it tile or slate counterparts. However, there is less of a requirement for the supporting wooden structure in the construction so overall costs can be comparable. Additionally, thatched roof don’t require guttering, downpipes, soffit boarding nor the need to maintain those items.
Thatching is normally priced by the size of the roof area to be covered. Any patching work is priced by the length of time the work will take and the material requirements and ridging work is usually priced by the linear foot or metre. Custom detailing also has a cost dependant on the requirement.
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Can A Thatched Roof Be Made Fireproof?
Thatch is a natural product and therefore it will burn. However, as you would expect there are a number of measures that can be adopted to help and meet your local fire safety standards. Fire barriers can be installed under the thatch and the thatch itself can be treated with Fire retardant applications which also have the benefit of keeping the thatch looking new for a longer period.
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What About Insurance For Thatched Roof Property?
There are no issues with insuring thatched roof properties that have been professionally installed and in particular where relevant precautions have been taken to minimise the risk of fire. The costs of insuring a well-built thatched roof building will generally be comparable with conventional roofed buildings.
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