Each piece comes with a roped woven top that can be folded over and hidden at the apex of your roof but another nice finishing detail is to use a split bamboo pole to cap the top of the thatch and help keep it in place. The covers come with double seam stitching to provide supreme strength and durability. The covers are also equipped with air vents to keep mildew and mo u ld away. They are available in 3 distinct fabrics-Cover Max, Cover Rite, and Cover Tuff. It is soft and flexible making it easy to place and wrap or fold if you need to. It comes in a range of sizes that can be nailed, stapled or tied into place in single or double-layers if you want a fuller appearance or your roof is larger than the size of the rain cape.

Fabric Choices for Weather Protection: We provide three distinct fabric choices to cater to varying degrees of weather protection. Cover Max and Cover Tuff are constructed from 1000D polyester coated with PVC, while Cover Rite is crafted from 600D polyester with a PU coating on one side, offering a 100% solution-dyed solution. Resistant to Tears and Abrasions: Our outdoor kitchen island covers are engineered to withstand fraying due to surface friction and scratches inflicted by sharp items such as knives or cutters. This attribute empowers the covers to provide long-lasting protection against airborne debris, bird beaks, and sharp objects for your kitchens. See our measuring tab to guide you in taking the proper measurements of your bar island. Then input the measured numbers, choose your fabric, and choose your colour. What else? How about adding a personality to your bar cover? Personalise it with your favourite quote, logo, picture, or something else. Your new polyester bar island covers will be shipped to your doorstep. Sounding good? We thought so. Take a look at some of these more luxurious garden bar ideas for inspiration… 6. Garden man cave pub Another frequently asked question is if the Rain Cape or Grass Thatch Roofing is waterproof, the simple answer is that no amount of thatch will keep out the worst of the rain but if you are clever about the structure you are applying the thatch to then you can ensure you and your guests can sit out any storms, especially with a Mai Tai or two!

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Thatch is a great alternative to traditional parasols and beach umbrellas. Natural thatch umbrellas kits from Africa Roofing can be used for theming, visual effects or both shade and protection from harmful UV rays and rainy weather conditions. Thatch umbrellas allow warm air to escape through the umbrella producing shade that is approximately 10 degrees cooler than canvas alternatives and natural thatch is much cooler than its synthetic counterpart in the Summer. If installed correctly, thatch umbrellas are 99% waterproof. How? Natural thatch is made of reeds that when bound together, resist penetration by water. To make them 100% waterproof you can use additional spraying and install a liner to prevent the liquid from falling. Although we think 99% is fairly adequate. Bamboo and rattan furnishings such as butterfly chairs look the part but pretty much anything from a mid-century specialist will do.

Personali s ation Option: Add a personal touch to your covers with our personali s ation feature, transforming them into unique accessories. You can imprint a logo or design, selecting your preferred font style and colour to infuse a creative flair into the printed graphics. Carved tiki poles rather like totem poles with elongated faces are an essential. A tiki bar is not a tiki bar without at least one tiki god. The word tiki originates from ancient Polynesia and indeed the monolithic human figures carved by the Rapa Nui people on Easter Island between 1250 and 1500 are the inspiration for the eponymous carved heads that watch over drinkers. To take the tropical vibe to the next level, bamboo waincoting and bamboo slats can be used to create a tropical island atmosphere! Why Choose Our Tiki Hut & Tiki Bar Building Materials? The type of structure you are covering or building can also be accommodated the Rain Cape Thatch, for instance, is very easy to use with no level of skills required to fit this to any existing structure but something like the Cogan grass Thatch is best layered and will require some skill to layer and secure to your roof but that is why we are here to help.There are heaps of ways you can use pallets to build a home bar – see if any of these DIY garden bar ideas take your fancy! 1. Simple shelving and Murphy bars Quirky serving vessels from hollowed out pineapples and coconuts to sharing bowls, treasure chests, diver's helmets and ceramic skulls. But most iconic of all are ceramic Tiki mugs, ideally custom designed for the bar and sold as a collectable. Tiki-Ti change theirs each year - we are proud owners of a 55th anniversary mug. Do you have a full set? Commercial grade tiki thatch means that your Tiki Hut or Tiki Bar will be constructed with the same high quality palm thatch and tiki building supplies used in restaurants and bars, on movie sets and in theme parks. These materials stand up to many weather conditions, often lasting five years or more in dryer climates. Most tropical decor suppliers are unable to say that about their products. And you don’t have to, even if your bar is outside in the open air. We have the perfect outdoor island covers. Be it any type of bar, we provide covering solutions for bars of all varieties - pool bars, outdoor kitchen bars, bar islands, Tiki bars, small wet bars and even professional restaurant bars. We guarantee we will keep your bar as dry as your Martini. Do it yourself and build a thatched roof to shelter your outdoor kitchen, or use a palapa umbrella as a shade cover for your patio area.

I’m sure lots of people are looking for garden bar ideas they can use for a season or two while social distancing measures are at their strictest. However, for others, building a garden bar will be a lifestyle choice they can enjoy for the foreseeable future. The kitchen island covers protect from moisture that can result in mildew growth and direct exposure to UV rays that lead to fading. You have the flexibility to adjust the cover size to fit your available space and personali s e them to create a one-of-a-kind appearance. If you are in the initial planning stages then you are in the right place, we would always recommend that you start with the shape of the structure you want to build and when it comes to size, use the size of the roofing material that suits your needs to help plan the size of your roof. This way you will not be retrofitting the Grass Thatch Roof to your structure which means less waste, leftover materials and ultimately less cost, which can then be spent on the interior. Bamboo Fences can cover chain link fencing, bamboo edging is great for delineating garden areas and Tiki Bar supplies help you create an impressive space for entertaining guests!

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Our outdoor bar island covers offer a unique benefit by providing the option of including airbags. These airbags provide reliable protection from moisture by elevating any low-lying areas and effectively channelling it away from the covers. Waterproofing and UV Defence: Our waterproof outdoor bar covers act as a shield against moisture, guarding against potential damage from water intrusion, which could lead to deterioration and the formation of mildew. Furthermore, the covers are resistant to UV rays, maintaining the visual appeal and safeguard ing against sun-induced discolo u ration . Entering a really well done tiki bar is like entering an enchanted world - reminiscent of an upscale safari camp in a tropical paradise. An escapist place to forget worries, troubles and the government's recommended maximum units of alcohol per day. Grommets & Tie-Downs: We offer the flexibility to position grommets strategically at intervals of 6, 12, and 24 inches. Our range of tie-down options includes drawstrings, elastic bands at the base, push clips, a combination of elastic and push clips, as well as a split zipper for your convenience. Get Optional Airbags with Outdoor Bar Covers for Water Protection Dimly lit with an amber glow emitted by indirect light sources, well shaded lamps and illuminated coloured glass floats.