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Palm leaf thatching

Paul S

By Paul S
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I was starting my annual cull of palm leaves the other day.  I looked at the heap, looked at the roof of my tatty hut on legs that needs a new roof and thought - why not use the leaves as a thatch?  

Has anyone ever tried it?

Is it easy?

Worth the effort?

Any 'how-to' websites out there?

'The Essex Riviera'

Southeast England, UK

winter min usually -5C

Summer max usually 35C

Rainfall usually 20" (500mm)

calyptrocalyx&licuala freck Mentor

calyptrocalyx&licuala freck

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Hi Paul

           Its not that easy to start with,but once you learn

wow, Once you master this you can do anything,

I've watched the ladies in Tanna, make a basket in mins

I'd love to have the time to do the same,

Hey Clayton can you enlighten Paul a little.

                                       Mike.E :)  

Sorry I can remember how to start off.

M.H.Edwards

"Living in the Tropic's

And loving it".............. smilie.gif

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Really full garden

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Paul, I live in a home with a palapa roof ( Sabal guatemalensis)and to watch it being done was incredible.It is an artform.I do know of a source for artificial palm for roofing.They even offer do it yourself kits for smaller jobs like patio umbrellas and dog houses etc.They are located in Canada,www.palmex-international.com

                                                                                   Scott

El Oasis - beach garden, distinct wet/dry season ,year round 20-38c

Las Heliconias - jungle garden ,800m elevation,150+ inches rainfall, year round 15-28c

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