Tropical paradise and vacation! That’s the first thing that comes to our minds when we build tiki huts in hotels, restaurants, and front beach resorts. We always keep in mind the great experiences your upcoming guest will have in your vacation destination. So, to help you craft the perfect getaway, we created our selective list of tiki thatch styles.

5 Tiki Thatch Styles for Crafting the Perfect Tropical Getaway for Your Guests

These five tiki thatch styles can help you as a resort, hotel, or restaurant owner/manager to create the perfect tropical getaway for your guests. You can choose the best tiki roof material from palm leaf thatch, Tahitian thatch, synthetic palm thatch, African cape reed thatch, or Mexican palm thatch.

Each thatch material has its benefits. Also, each thatch style has its ideal use depending on its tiki hut design.

So, take some time to relax, and let’s get into the details of the exciting suggestions we have for you.

Palm Leaf Thatch Offers Genuine Charm

Palm leaf thatch is made with 100% eco-friendly and renewable dried palm fronds.

This is the most popular option because it offers the unique charm, beauty, and tropical feel of the genuine tiki hut.

You can find palm leaf thatch in different types of thatch products like freshly cut fronds, natural thatch panels, and thatch rolls. This tiki thatch roofing is reliable because the multiple layers of palm leaves lock out rain, moisture, harsh sunlight, and dirt.

Manufacturers of natural thatch products used carefully hand-selected palm leaves. In this way, they can guarantee commercial-grade thatch panels that can last longer. Click here to know the lifespan of a palm-thatched roof!

To make your tiki hut last, we recommend that you follow our natural thatch maintenance tips.

Natural Palm Leaf Thatch Is Ideal for:

• Poolside tiki huts
• Restaurant tiki huts
• Party huts
• Tiki bars
• Chickee huts
• Tiki umbrellas

Tahitian Thatch Is Wildly Exotic 

Tahitian thatch is also known as Fiji thatch. This is one of the most wildly exotic types of thatch. Its place of origin is the Isle of Tahiti, located in the southern part of the Pacific Ocean.

Tahitian thatch is woven from dried palm leaves and fixed with nylon strings for maximum sturdiness.

The life expectancy of this thatch option is between 10 and 12 years.

But the reason why many people prefer this thatch option is that it creates a peaceful and lay-back feel.

How can you, as a resort/hotel/restaurant owner, benefit from this style thatch?

Well, you can easily create a fabulous tropical and luxurious atmosphere for your vacation locale.

For instance, you can elevate the decor and feel of resorts and themed parks using thatch style. You can build poolside cabanas, thatched bar tops, water park structures, and beachfront resort features.

Synthetic Palm Thatch Is Fire Resistant

In short, synthetic palm thatch will last longer than its natural thatch counterparts. Also, synthetic palm thatch has the fame of being resistant to flames.

When it comes to natural materials, you have to apply a good fire retardant; otherwise, the whole tiki can light up fast like a match.

But there is a trade-off to using synthetic materials! Yes, like all things in life, you have to give up on something to gain another.

The trade-off to using synthetic thatching materials is that they don’t look as great as natural materials.

But still, we recommend it as a superb tiki thatch roofing option.

The good thing is that you won’t have to deal with pesky pests. To give you an idea of the drawbacks of natural thatch materials, you have to control birds, rodents, caterpillars, and even mold.

For that reason, we recommend considering the pros and cons of each material. There is no perfect solution, but some thatching materials are ideal for your taste and business needs.

African Cape Reed Thatch Looks Tidy 

This is the perfect style of thatch for those business owners who like to have a roof with a uniform appearance. When comparing African reed thatch to the palm thatch’s final appearance, the latter might look messy.

But African thatch looks neat, and some people love that appearance.

Reed is a sturdy material, and it’s able to withstand various climate conditions. So, it works perfectly in hot and cold weather.

In both cases, this versatile natural thatch has shown great insulation qualities. Thus, you’ll create a thatched roof that looks nice and is the perfect shelter for your guests from the sun and weather elements.

As with many natural thatch products, you need to apply a fire retardant to African reed thatch.

If you have a natural tiki hut, we recommend using flame retardant products sold by DRI-ONE®. This company sells a multi-purpose flame retardant spray that perfectly protects fabric, wood, and plant-based products like palm thatch roof.

Mexican Palm Thatch Creates a Natural Atmosphere

This eco-friendly tiki thatch roofing material is made with the fronds of Mexican palm trees.

Thatchers install the palm strands in an uneven way around the roofline. This gives Mexican palm capes look more natural and less human-made.

There are two drawbacks to installing Mexican rain capes. First, they tend to last 18 months maximum. So, you have to change Mexican thatch often. The other disadvantage is that rain capes aren’t watertight. In other words, you need to have a waterproof roof to install them over it.

Luckily, you can add the Mexican rain capes so that your outdoor features look incredible.

If you like the shape, style, and feel of this thatch product, but you don’t like the idea of having to change it after a year and a half, you can opt to install the synthetic version. It lasts longer, and you don’t have to worry about mildew, bugs, mold, rot, or maintenance.

It’s Vacation Time. Have Things Ready, So Your Guests Always Come Back!

As a vacation locale, you need to guarantee that your guests choose you as their favorite place to unwind.

We know that creating unforgettable experiences for your guests is a challenging endeavor. Your food, service, price, and locale atmosphere play an essential role in giving your guests their desired break.

Here is where our tiki huts come into play. A tiki hut creates a relaxing, refreshing, and calming feel. When your guests see your tiki hut, their vacation vibes will burst.

So, as the owner or manager of a vacation locale, you need to create the perfect atmosphere and accommodations. In this way, your guest will enjoy it happily.

After reading about the appearance, durability, pros, and cons of the different tiki thatch styles, we know you’ve chosen your favorite.Call Sunshine Tiki Huts Corp. to install your thatch roof so that it looks fancy, lasts long, and it’s resistant to flame.