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Vancouver Cedar Roofing - Traditionally speaking, thatch roofs were the ultimate roofing choice for making one's home look cozy, ethnic, or even tropical. The making of thatch roofs hails returning to prehistoric times when early men had started building their huts and covered all of them with thatched roofs typically made out of straw, reed, or grass.

Over time of course, original thatch roofs have forfeit out in a big method to faux or synthetic thatch shingles which have flooded the market. The concept is to experience the joys of a traditional thatch roofs without the disadvantages that one could have faced while using it in its original form.

Going by recent trends, there are a number of synthetic thatch shingles available, made mostly out polythene fibers that are included with a strong U.V. resistant guarantee. These fibers are carefully blended with a thin but tough waterproofing membrane and can protect the owner from the elements quite effectively. Manufacturers provide warranties against color fastness, decay, and rot.

Vancouver Cedar Roofing - The polythene fibers accustomed to make the shingles are in fact tiny plastic particles plus a polyurethane-binding strip is used to bond these particles and form a shingle. These can be easily used on any existing roof for any very low installation cost. Although expert professional advice is always welcome, owners can install these thatch shingles themselves with little trouble.

These shingles can be found in shades of yellow and gold to provide a natural straw-look. Brownish-green shades can also be found that give the shingle a palm-appearance and reminds one of tropical islands.

[ http://www.cedarroofing.ewebsite.com/ Vancouver Cedar Roofing] - Outside of the United States, thatch shingles have grown to be very popular in Nigeria. Thatch shingles like the ones which have a bamboo or eucalyptus lath finish are getting to be increasingly popular.

These synthetic shingles may be installed not only on high-slope roofs but additionally on low-slope ones. With life-span of a minimum of half a century, these shingles produce a perfect blend of nostalgia and modernity.