Originally used by the natives in Mexico as shelter from the harsh climates, these "rain capes" now called thatch are used as decorative accent and roofing material. Woven together by palm leaves, Mexican thatch is an eco-friendly resource that can add a tropical touch to anyone's indoor decor or backyard space. Mostly used by contractors and commercial industries such as restaurants, resorts, and stores; thatching is easy to install and handle.
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Install with staples or zip ties
Apply to roof frames, ceilings, windows, arbors, etc.
Provides additional shading and cover
Life expectancy varies, depending on weather conditions
A: Hi Kim, This can be used as a wall covering, whether you are attaching this to a chain link fence, wooden fence, or even a solid wall. It can be attached using plastic zip ties or stapled, depending on your current structure.
by|May 4, 2023
Q:Can you put this on an outdoor patio umbrella ?
by|Jun 26, 2017
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A: We don't recommend using thatch on a market umbrella, the standard patio umbrellas with 2" poles, they are not strong enough to handle the weight of this thatch. One Mexican Thatch Runner Roll is about 40 pounds.
by|May 4, 2023
Q:Can I use this as an extension to a 6 ft fence for added privacy?
by|Jun 25, 2017
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A: Hi Susie, You can use Mexican Thatch as wall privacy, just make sure your fence is secure to support the weight, one roll is about 40 pounds. You can attach Mexican Thatch with plastic zip ties. If you need to shorten, using scissors, cut from behind in a zigzag pattern avoiding the knots, cutting the knots will unravel the tightly woven thatch.
by|May 4, 2023
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Jan 24, 2017
absolutely , this is my second purchase, it makes my backyard look like a resort.
absolutely , this is my second purchase, it makes my backyard look like a resort.
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May 21, 2014
The thatch makes my backyard tiki bar look amazing!
My husband and I were so excited when we unrolled the thatch we were delivered. The quality of the grass is great, and exactly what we were looking for! The thatch was very easy to apply, and our tiki bar looks awesome!
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Jul 9, 2013
I was totally amazed at it's water shedding ability
I basically purchased this thatch because it looked great and would be relatively easy to install. I was incredibly suprized at how dry we stayed when a very significant rainfall occured and the thatch shedded the water very well!
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May 2, 2013
Thatch made a big difference to our backyard
Purchased the 57 ft. runner roll and used it as a border around our patio. Used heavy duty staples to attach thatch to existing wood and found the product to be extremely well put together even after the strong winds we recently experienced. Also, have to mention that we received shipment 3 days after placing order!
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Nov 13, 2012
Great quality, easy to install, looks fabulous
The Palm Thatch is great quality, consistant weave, easy to install looks fabulous. Online ordering was easy. Product came in just three days. Can't ask for an easier or better way to purchase.
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Aug 29, 2012
Great Consistent Quality Palapas Product
I purchased these runners for the roofing on a patio cover by my pool because the old one was damaged in a 92 MPH windstorm. When I originally built my patio cover, I purchased the runners from a private business and found that the runners were inconsistent in their stated length, width and thickness. The runners from Home Depot were consistent in their length, width and quality. I based my purchase at Home Depot on the quantity I purchased from the independent business. Turns out that due to the quality control and consistency in the Home Depot offering, I had to return quite a bit of the product with the usual excellent return policy of Home Depot. Thank you Home Depot for your quality control and consistency! You saved me over $600.
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Jan 9, 2018
Product perfect for creating that Tiki hut look around your backyard gazebo. The Thatch weave is ...
Product perfect for creating that Tiki hut look around your backyard gazebo. The Thatch weave is very durable and is easy to install.
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Dec 28, 2017
Back Yard Tiki Hut Project
I used my 60 ft. thatch roll to build a Tiki Hut in the back yard. The Hut is 8 ft. in diameter and I used every foot of my roll to properly cover a roof of that size. Thanks Chuck