ABosazza, Author at Bosazza Roofing & Timber Homes

Over-Sheeting a Thatch Roof

Posted on November 28, 2019September 21, 2023 by ABosazza

This roof conversion system involves cladding or over-sheeting the original roof with tiles or roof sheeting

Before and after picture of a large thatched rondavel which we converted to corrugated roof sheeting — *Before and after pictures of a large rondavel converted to roof sheeting*

Can you convert a Thatch Roof to another type of Roofing?

If this is the first page you’ve landed on you’re probably thinking about converting your thatch roof to another type of roofing. The good news is that you can! At Bosazza Roofing & Timber Homes we offer three different systems to convert thatch roofs: Structure Stays, Renovate/ Reconstruct and Over-sheeting. While we recommend using the Structure Stays system which removes all of the thatch from your roof, in some cases it is possible to over-sheet the original roof.

This article discusses the over-sheeting system in more detail. It also introduces some of the roofing products that we use for conversions.

To find out more about roof conversions and the other systems, visit our main page Thatch Roof Conversions >

Over-sheeting a Thatch Roof

When over-sheeting a thatch roof the original roof needs to be in a very good condition. What does that mean?

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Get the Oregon Starter Home for under R 900 000

Posted on October 28, 2019May 3, 2023 by ABosazza

This small timber home is budget friendly and can be the perfect Starter Home or small Forever Home

Everyone has to start somewhere and the Oregon starter home is the perfect size for a couple or small family. We priced this home in October 2021 and including fees, we could build this custom timber home for under R 900 000.00. We have included a full breakdown of the costs included here.

The floor plan is designed specifically with extending in mind, so you can start out small and increase your living space when you and your family (or budget!) are ready.

Oregon Starter Home – Floor Plan

Two bedroom starter home floor plan by Bosazza Roofing & Timber Homes — *The Oregon floor plan was designed by Bosazza Roofing & Timber Homes*

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This Timber House has Two Homes in One

Posted on September 3, 2019October 20, 2021 by ABosazza

Timber Home dreams become a reality on this custom building project in Chintsa, Eastern Cape

Project Feature: large 200m² wooden home makes the most of indoor and outdoor living space, essentially creating two homes in one.

Location: Chintsa East, East London, Eastern Cape

The Brief

The brief was to create a relaxed, beach style, timber frame house with easy access to outdoor spaces. The plot is located in the seaside town of Chintsa East, just outside of East London in the Eastern Cape. It has a beautiful sea view. The timber home was also designed around the idea of having two adjoining living spaces; one for our clients Chrissy and Nick, and one for Chrissy’s parents when they travel to South Africa from Germany each year.

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One Bedroom Cabin Floor Plan – Designed for Resorts

Posted on July 16, 2019October 4, 2019 by ABosazza

This one bedroom cabin floor plan is designed specifically for resorts and game farms looking to build small accommodation units. The floor plan is simple and cost effective but keeps character and comfort in mind.

The floor plan is based on units that we built at Tsitsa Falls Resort in the Eastern Cape, where 10 cabins overlook the majestic Tsitsa Waterfalls. Check out our original article about the Tsitsa Falls Project.

TSITSA DESIGN – One Bedroom Cabin Floor Plan

One bedroom cabin floor plan with bedroom and kitchenette, en-suite shower room and deck — One bedroom cabin floor plan

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Old Cape Dutch House Converted from Thatch to Roof Sheeting

Posted on May 30, 2019July 20, 2023 by ABosazza

Thatch Roof Conversion by Bosazza Roofing & Timber Homes

We converted this old Cape Dutch style roof in the Eastern Cape, from Thatch to Roof Sheeting

This thatch roof conversion was on a big family home in Komani (formerly Queenstown). The roof was converted from thatch to corrugated roof sheeting, transforming the entire look of the home.

Thatch roof which has been converted to aluzinc roofing — *Thatch Roof Converted to Roof Sheeting, Eastern Cape*

The roof design is complex with many hips and valleys. Our clients found that the thatch on the roof needed consistent maintenance (especially in areas around the valleys). They took the decision to convert from thatch to another type of roofing.

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New Thatched Roof on Holiday Cottage, Qolora

Posted on January 29, 2019January 29, 2019 by ABosazza

New thatched roof on beach cottage in the Eastern Cape of South Africa — New thatched roof on holiday cottage at Qolora, Eastern Cape

Who doesn’t dream of owning a holiday cottage on the beach? This rustic family beach house was given a new lease of life just in time for the summer. Situated in Qolora at the gateway to the Wild Coast, the house is the epitome of an old “Tranksei Cottage”. The thatched roof sits on thick, white washed cement walls with a large veranda overlooking the beach. Small rondavels complete the homestead.

At the end of last year, having hosted many a family holiday, the cottage was in dire need of some TLC. The thatched roof was in a terrible condition due to minimal maintenance over a long period of time. While the roof was being re-built, the owners took the opportunity to renovate other areas of the cottage including the veranda, kitchen and living areas.

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