Thatching is a highly affordable roofing technique that, when done well, results in a weather-resistant, low-maintenance and, above all, beautiful roof.

Around the world, there are various thatching methods that are passed down from generation to generation and vary per region. At its most basic, however, thatching involves making bunches of dried reed, straw, rushes, grass or some other type of vegetation. lining them up tightly on a pre-made framework on a roof. Then adding layer upon layer until the entire roof is covered.

It’s important that the roof has enough of a slant so that the vegetation can lead the water from any precipitation off the roof to protect the inner roof. And because the thatching materials are densely packed together, they trap air between them and function as insulation. This makes thatch roofing a widespread roofing material in both temperate and tropical climates.