The roof of reeds

Reed roofs in Europe are experiencing a boom. They are especially popular in Germany, Hungary, the Czech Republic. And some Russian companies are already offering a roof of reeds and artificial straw. Thanks to new technologies, they become much stronger and more durable, not only its historical predecessors, but many modern materials! At least, so say its producers and sellers. But what is indisputable - this roof retains heat well in winter, and cool in summer, the house breathes and lives the quiet village life under the rustling reeds. The roof is impregnated with special solutions and is waterproof, fireproof and tasteless to rodents. Under the thatched roof you will never hear the roar of the rain, feel the impact of static electricity as a metal. It is believed that it requires no ventilation, the underlay area. And about her original question either. Prices, incidentally, is also quite exclusive - who would have thought! Reeds used as roofing for centuries. The flexibility of the stems of reeds provides endless possibilities for design and shape. Such roofs are allocated and relaxed natural style that makes it possible to assign them to the unique coverages. Thanks to the undoubted architectural merit, high performance and modern styling system, the popularity of reeds and thatched roofs for several years continuously growing in Western Europe and the USA. Thatched roofs are not afraid of rain, hail, severe frosts and sudden temperature changes. Houses covered with reeds, including those located in the resort areas of the Alps, retain their properties for over 50 years. There are time-tested architectural styles of straw and reed roofs: Danish, Dutch, English, American, German ... Device thatched roof is made on the prepared crate (continuous or discontinuous) and truss system that can withstand the weight of roof membrane 35-40 kg / sq.m. Reed fits beams and drag with stainless steel wire. The process of laying requires special tools and the participation of professionals. Usually to cover a country house requires 2-3 weeks. Why rush just any other type of roofing has a similar texture, volume, and a personality. Covered with reed roof adds charm dwelling house, cottage, shed, gazebo or other building (as in the countryside, and in a city or suburb) with sloping roof structures. Example of Western Europe suggests that houses with reed roof coating sold for a higher price than at home, coated tile or slate. Reed roof is also effective in commercial buildings such as (restaurants, hotels, bars, motels). If you want to attract customers to the office, know that the thatched roof has a more effective influence than the neon lights. Which cane is used natural water reed (PhragmitesAustralis), which is carefully sorted, trimmed, dried, collected in heaps, and then falls, forming a reliable roofing. Whether to hold an additional thermal insulation, waterproofing, vapor barrier and ventilation reed roofs in buildings with attic room? Reed roof is breathable, so it does not require a vapor control device, and vapor-permeable waterproofing membranes and air spaces. One of the most important benefits of thatched roofs is that it maintains a stable temperature - warm in winter and cool in summer. Unlike traditional roofing systems, where heat and moisture stored in the attic, with thatched roof in the attic ventilation is not required. Thatched roof thickness of 30 cm with an angle of deviation in 45gradusov meets all modern standards of insulation. Thermal conductivity is qualitatively laid thatched roof equates thermal conductivity of glass wool with thickness of 10 cm only in the last ten years, the rules of construction of buildings has been included this requirement to the roofing insulation. As it turned out, thatched roof has this property for hundreds of years. As an additional value of thatched roofs are its ability to absorb sound better than wool. As reed roof withstands rain water reed is water resistant by nature. If the reed is laid correctly, the water does not penetrate the roof covering is deeper than 5 cm of type of buildings can be covered with reeds Reed used as roofing material for buildings of various types and purposes, ranging from small cottages to large hotels. There are only design constraints: roof pitch shall be not less than 30 ° in the absence of dormer windows and no less than 45 ° - in stock. In mountain areas, snow slope angle can be increased to 50 °. Will the reed roof of a strong wind Modern methods of placing reeds allow you to create one of the most durable type of roofing. Before placing in the crate firmly screwed copper or brass screws, which are firmly secured in the middle of a long curved wire of stainless steel. Then laid out on the crate bound reeds and placed it on top of steel rods. Wire, attached with screws to the crate, stretching out through the reeds. The result is a natural water-repellent coating, permanently attached with steel rods and wires to the crate. Rods and wires from the top closed the next layer of reeds and remain invisible. The result is a tightly knitted with steel rods roofing that will stand the wind of any strength. Skate can be made of different materials, depending on the design decision of the building: heather, straw, stone, metal and ceramics. Do not zavedutsya rodents and birds in reed cover rats and mice attracted to the gap, in which they can arrange passages and burrows, reed roof fits too tight and no interest for rodents. Birds are not a problem: water reed is too heavy and quite firmly attached - the birds will not be able to pull out of the roof of individual stems. Fire safety course, a cane is a natural material and is well lit, but is currently on the market, there are many solutions to this problem. With the advent of various modern impregnated with the impregnants this risk decreased and was not greater than the risk of ignition of traditional roofing. Impregnated with the impregnants designed specifically for homes with reed cover. There is indoor and outdoor fire retardant. Flame retardant treated exterior surface of the roof. It not only creates a fire-resistance, but also makes the roof water-repellent properties. This absorbent material is not washed off, and is a special tool for leaching. The inner flame retardant used to protect domestic and bearing piles thatched roof. Despite the fact that the treatment impregnated with the impregnants protect your roof by 10 years, it is advisable to check the roof every 5 years to constantly maintain a proper level of security appropriate to the higher estimate. Internal processing does not require constant monitoring, if outside the state of reed cover is continuously monitored. How much is a reed roof Individuality is evaluated highly, but it is quite reasonable. The device of reed cover is worth more than, for example, the coating of ceramic tiles. But because there are no additional costs for waterproofing, vapor barrier, partly - insulation (30cm cane cover zamenyaet10-15 cm mineral wool insulation), the gutter system, the final cost competitive. The cost of installation (along with the material) 1 sq reed roofing can be 60evro or more, depending on the complexity of the constructive solutions of the roof. Reed roofs are delicious! Thatched roof - the only system where the coating thickness ranges from 25 to 35 cm, in addition, apply a coating material and technology that will completely change the exterior of the building. Nothing can compare to the comfort and charm that creates a thatched roof. However, if you for some reason to fear natural materials such as cane, but still wanted to build his house in an ethnic or historical style, the book for him thatched roof ... from polymeric materials. In appearance it is simply impossible to distinguish from the real and the physical properties it is her, of course, will surpass. According to manufacturers, ersatz straw (oh, the achievement of the XXI century!) Meets all the modern technological requirements and standards established for the production of roofing. Thatched roofs thatched cheaper, but it also can become a very original evidence of sophistication to your taste. And it's nice - as close to nature, while remaining within the bosom of modern civilized life!