Bosazza Roofing specializes in converting thatch roofs to other roofing solutions. Thatch roofs on homes, holiday cottages and lodges can be changed to other roofing types. We offer a range of different roofing products when changing from thatch, and can recommend which is best for your particular roof.
There are a number of reasons why home owners with thatched roofs may choose to convert to tiles or roof sheeting:
LOCATION: Hogsback, Eastern Cape
ROOF AREA: 225m²
NEW ROOF TYPE: Woodshake Metrotiles (Pepper)
CONVERSION SYSTEM: Over-sheeting
COMPLETION DATE: Oct 2019
LOCATION: Knysna, Western Cape
ROOF AREA: 173m²
NEW ROOF TYPE: Onduvilla Tiles (Charcoal)
CONVERSION SYSTEM: Over-sheeting
COMPLETION DATE: Feb 2019
LOCATION: Queentstown (Komani), Eastern Cape ROOF AREA: 525m² NEW ROOF TYPE: AZ200 Corrguated Roof Sheeting (Thunderstorm Grey) CONVERSION SYSTEM: Over-sheeting COMPLETION DATE: May 2019
LOCATION: Kleinemond, Eastern Cape
ROOF AREA: 165m²
NEW ROOF TYPE: Asphalt Shingles (Grey)
CONVERSION SYSTEM: Renovate & Reconstruct
COMPLETION DATE: Sept 2018
We offer three different systems to convert thatched roofs – your choice will depend on the current condition of the roof, as well as whether you want to keep the original structure of the roof or renovate entirely:
Our most popular system to convert thatch to tiles is over-sheeting; this involves overlaying the original thatched roof with tiles or roof sheeting. Due to the fact that the original roof is being covered, there is much less disruption to the home or inside of the building during the process of re-roofing. The insulation properties of the thatch roof underlay also means that extra insulation does not need to be installed. The original thatch roof needs to be in a particularly good condition to make this a problem free roofing option. Most roofs need some maintenance work on the thatch before over-sheeting. Find out more >
This option removes the thatch from the roof entirely, but keeps the original roof structure. We recommend this method of converting especially if the existing thatch shows any signs of rotting and /or dust problems. It also gives you more options on the choice of internal finishes such as ceilings. Some clients decide to re-lay a thin layer of thatch over the laths to create a thatch ceiling. This retains the warmth and rustic feeling of the inside of a thatched home. When you convert thatch to tiles using this method, extra insulation needs to be installed between the ceiling and roof tiles to ensure heat management in the home.
This system is for those looking to totally renovate and re-construct their roof. The entire roof covering and structure are removed, the roof is redesigned and constructed from scratch. In this case the roof can be constructed with pre-fabricated trusses or with a pole structure built on site. You can redesign and renovate your roof entirely, choosing a new roof covering, internal and eave ceilings and gutter systems. Often clients choose this system as a part of a larger renovation.
There is lots of choice of roofing when changing a thatched roof to tiles or roof sheeting. Your choice will depend on the shape of the roof structure, the location and climate of your home and your personal preference of how you want the roof to look.
Metrotile is a lightweight aluzinc coated steel tile that is highly resistant to extreme weather conditions and carries a forty year guarantee on the coast. The tiles are interlocking and flexible making them a great choice for thatch roof conversions. Various profiles and colours are available.
AZ200 is a corrugated aluzinc roof sheeting which is becoming more popular for roof conversions due to both budget and aesthetics. Although the sheeting is not highly flexible, it has some give and looks extremely attractive when installed over a timber framework. AZ200 is available in a range of colours.
The shingle roofing system that we use is designed to be a lightweight, aesthetically stunning roofing solution. The tiles have a strong core, are extremely colour fast, weather resistant, maintenance free and beautiful looking. They are available in various colours and profiles.
Onduvilla is the premium roof tile from the Onduline Group; elegant, lightweight, flexible and extremely attractive. Available in four "shaded" colours which give the appearance of a textured, Mediterranean style roof.
Onduline is a cost effective, flexible, lightweight, corrugated roof sheeting made from organic fibres saturated in bitumen and pressurised under extreme heat. The roof sheeting is available in four colours: red, green, black and brown.
For advice on the most appropriate choice of roofing product for your roof conversion please get in touch with us.