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Rioha

$ 620

RIOHA Synthetic Thatch perfectly replicates the look of coconut palm fronds, with fine tips that resemble tropical palms found in many regions of the world. Ideal for South African homes, resorts, and game lodges, RIOHA offers a durable, weather-resistant, and low-maintenance roofing solution, giving your property a beautiful, tropical aesthetic.

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Aforika

$ 620

AFORIKA Thatch is designed to mimic the look of African straw, available in three colours to suit your aesthetic. This thatch is perfect for creating a safari or jungle-inspired theme and is especially well-suited to South Africa’s outdoor spaces, combining exotic design with easy installation and weather resistance.

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Samana

$ 620

SAMANA Thatch is our most durable synthetic option, crafted to imitate the thick, authentic appearance of traditional thatched roofs. Its short, dense tips create a raw, natural aesthetic, making it ideal for outdoor structures across South Africa, from game lodges to beachside venues, offering long-lasting, visually appealing roofing.

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Synthetic Bamboo

$ 320

Lightweight and versatile, our synthetic bamboo poles are perfect for creating custom fences, exotic wall cladding, or decorative borders for your backyard. Instantly elevate your outdoor projects with a stunning tropical look that’s durable and low-maintenance, making it ideal for South African homes and lodges.

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African Reed

$ 320

AFRICAN REED Thatch delivers the beautiful look of natural reed roofing without the upkeep. Its stunning, natural appearance combined with exceptional durability makes it an ideal solution for South African resorts, homes, and lodges, providing long-lasting tropical charm that withstands the local climate.

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Asian Reed

$ 320

ASIAN REED Thatch perfectly mimics the look of traditional Asian reed. It can be installed directly onto existing roof structures such as wood panels, metal sheets, or other surfaces, making it an excellent solution for South African homes, lodges, or commercial spaces seeking an exotic, tropical vibe.

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Exotic Umbrellas

$ 320

The EXOTIC UMBRELLAS range is designed for easy assembly, with all necessary components included in one package. Available in three thatch designs, these umbrellas feature a durable, painted steel frame, offering a tropical look and robust performance that’s perfect for the varied weather conditions across South Africa

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Luxurious Daybed

$ 320

Whether by the pool or on the beach, the Luxurious Daybed provides unmatched comfort, enhancing the relaxation experience for South African resorts and holiday destinations. With its premium design and exotic charm, this turnkey outdoor bed adds a luxurious feel to any environment, combining quality and comfort.

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Luxurious Umbrellas

$ 320

LUXURIOUS UMBRELLAS offer a perfect blend of elegance, efficiency, and tropical charm. Featuring a modern white structure and synthetic palm leaves, these umbrellas are designed for South African resorts, lodges, and beach venues, providing shade with a stylish tropical aesthetic, ideal for hot, sunny days.

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Dombora

$ 620

Inspired by the traditional designs of French Polynesia, DOMBORA Thatch authentically recreates the natural pandanus leaves used for centuries. With its wider tips, this thatch delivers a robust and authentic tropical appearance, making it a perfect choice for South African homes, safari lodges, and outdoor areas seeking a durable, natural look.

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Palmita

$ 320

PALMITA Thatch is ideal for DIY roofing projects. Whether you’re adding a tropical touch to your outdoor bar or creating a unique pergola, Palmita offers easy installation and the same quality as our original product, in a smaller size. Made from commercial-grade HDPE, it’s designed to last in South Africa’s diverse climate.

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Ceiling

$ 320

Our Asian Reed Ceiling and African Reed Ceiling replicate the appearance of traditional thatched ceilings. These versatile products add an exotic touch to any decor, making them perfect for South African resorts, lodges, or homes that want to create a unique, tropical atmosphere with authentic appeal.

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Accessories

$ 620

Complete your synthetic thatch roofing with our selection of finishing accessories: ridge caps, roof caps, windproof clips, and rails for open-roof installations. These additions ensure your thatch roof in South Africa has a polished, professional look, and provides enhanced durability in all weather conditions.

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Replace Your Thatched Roof for the Last Time with Palmex in South Africa!

Headquartered in Johannesburg, Palmex South Africa is the exclusive distributor of Palmex Synthetic Thatch. Since 2018, we’ve completed numerous projects across the country, offering a permanent solution to the common problems associated with natural thatching. From small bars to large game lodges, our high-quality thatch provides a lasting alternative to traditional roofing.

Why Choose Palmex Synthetic Thatch?

  • Perfect for South African Conditions: 100% waterproof, maintenance-free, and designed to withstand South Africa’s varied climate. Palmex adapts to any shape or size, making it ideal for homes, resorts, game lodges, and more.
  • Eco-Friendly & Pest-Free: Say goodbye to issues like moss, mold, insects, and animals. Palmex thatch is resistant to pests and doesn’t require constant upkeep.
  • Long-Term Investment: Built from industrial-strength High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), Palmex offers 50 years of protection from sun, rain, and wind, ensuring your roof stays strong and beautiful.

Whether you’re upgrading your home, resort, theme park, or public space, Palmex provides a tropical look with none of the maintenance hassles. Our professional teams ensure a seamless installation that transforms your roof into a durable, eco-friendly structure.

Ready to Re-thatch for the Last Time?

Contact Palmex South Africa today for a free quote! Whether it’s for your home, game lodge, hotel, school, playground, or gazebo, we’ll provide a reliable, long-lasting solution perfect for South Africa’s outdoor lifestyle.

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Admire some of our numerous projects throughout the world.

Sao Tomé & Principe
Mozambique
Ivory Coast
Mauritius
Gabon
Sao Tomé & Principe
Sénégal
Ivory Coast
Gabon
South Africa

Happy customers all over the world

This is the third time we have used Palmex (...) to build our dream palapas and we couldn’t be more pleased. The palapas are a key component to giving our backyard paradise the tropical feel we were looking for. The quality of the construction and longevity of the Palmex thatch roofing have given us great peace of mind and we know they will be standing strong and look amazing for many years.
Mr. Brett Clifford
Aruba
Thank you so much for getting us this thatch! It went on easily and has held up perfectly in the heavy winds, rain and heat. We wanted to see if we could fool real Hawaiians so we blind folded three and took them to the Tiki to see if they would think they were still in Hawaii. Two out of three Hawaiians could not tell the difference between your thatch and real Hawaiian thatch and the third Hawaiian thougt she was in Fiji... so close enough!!!! We love it and may put it on our house too!!!!
Mr. Bob and Ms. Alicia Vacchiano
USA
The pavilion on the beach was created about 15 years ago as a venue to host weddings and group functions. The final outcome with the thatch roof and bamboo ceiling looks astonishing both during yoga and Pilates classes as well as during the wedding parties we host at night. From the outside it looks supernatural as well as it blends in very well with the many beach- shade palapas that we have for our guests.
Manchebo Resort Beach & Spa
Aruba
....we have been using your product for the past 10 years and it has shown its durability and catchy look. Not many people can tell the difference but certainly can feel the difference. When we first purchased Palmex products people here were hesitant due to it not being proven in our country. and we have proven it. for the past 10 years we have NOT replaced a single sheet of Palmex material...
Mr. Jayson Walter
Micronesia
You can enjoy a Tiki experience in your own backyard. I have put this roofing leaves on in 4 hours. My tools were a hammer, some nails and some scissors. Really easy to install. It’s really typical 3-foot long shingles : you half lap them like ordinary shingles. It’s not rocket science, as a matter of fact it’s really fun and I have fun every night coming home in my own backyard and looking at my pool shed because now my backyard reminds me of the Caribbean every single night!’
Alfresco Backyard Escape
Canada
For his hotel in Cameroon, where it’s 30 degrees under the shade, my customer mentioned that the canopy structure covered with Palmex is pleasant ant that the other structures must be covered with Palmex. With the exotic touch, Palmex is totally appropriate and being flexible, the Palmex can adapt to surfaces.
Mr. Franz Masson
Cameroon
The roof is looking great! Of course, as you can imagine, already there have been many admiring passers-by. Who knew that putting on a roof would pull in so many new acquaintances?
Ms. Kristine and Mr. Jim Atkinson
Costa Rica
Well our Tiki Hut is complete and we are very happy with it. While it is late in the summer I know we will definitely get lots of use for ourselves and friends in the future. Everyone who sees it thinks it’s great.Thank you!’
Ms. Linda Laframboise
Canada
Hello Palmex, I purchased your thatch from Tiki Mundo in 2007 to replace the real grass thatch I had installed on my Tiki Bar/Cabana in 2005. It is now 6 years later and the thatch still looks like new! It has stood up to everything from hot sun, high winds, rain and heavy snow we see here in Massachusetts. I just want to say I love this product, it’s fantastic!! I get comments on it all the time from my guests.
Mr. Gary Leblanc
USA
Withstanding the exposure to rough New England winters, Palmex Thatch roofing is a fresh durable, and amazingly functional alternative to traditional roofing… Gives us the aesthetic appeal we need with the durability and ease to use, which other materials have lacked. Thank you Palmex, simply put… we love it!
Ms. Cindy Lavoie
USA
Our Palmex roof really makes the whole look and feel of our house and we feel that it is a very high quality material and the installation was professionally done. We had planned on a roof of tin, insulation and teak... a fairly standard choice in our area, but made a late decision to use Palmex. I cannot imagine this house without Palmex and we are so happy that we made the right decision. When I am in a neighbor’s house with a tin roof and the rain starts coming down it sounds like a Jamaican steel drum marching band and I can’t wait to sit in my house and quietly watch the rain fall. Palmex has so many benefits in the tropics. Thanks!
Mr. Ture Hoefner
Costa Rica
The first time we approached the product was because of the difficulty of supply of natural palm leaves after the cyclones so the natural Pandanus was not available and there was a price increase, so we had to lower our hotel charges. The perennity of the Palmex product, the self-maintenance (are advantages) because natural vegetal thatch, they are colonized by insects and after 2-3 years with the lightest wind or some waste coming off of the thatch we are obligated to clean the roof. My counterparts have also adopted this solution. Now, per sqm, your ROI is reached between 2 ½ to 3 years.
Mr. Bruno Chevallereau
Tahiti
Our hotel is a ethnic, rustic hotel that tries to identify with the island’s culture and it’s environment. So when we thought about bettering the hotel’s image, we had to find something appropriate. In Chile, we did not have the material that we needed. We started searching and we found Palmex. Now, with Palmex, the hotel changed completely. What I like most is the aesthetic of the thatch and the fact that it lowers the temperature inside. The Palmex roof reduces the sound of the rain and it makes it more pleasant under a Palmex roof. It’s better than the natural.
Mr. Benjamin Pao Huki
Easter Island
We are very satisfied with the look and the accomplished work. The compliments are coming from many parts. The only thing remaining is the official opening on July 28th. Thank you!
Mr. Guy Lapolice
Canada

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