The thatched roof was in a bad state and beyond repair.
Although we do like a worn look, something had to be done.
Years of moss growth and reed plundering by birds has had an effect
and the danger of leakage was lurking.
It's hard to believe a thatched roof is fully waterproof without some kind of underlayment.
We like thatched roofs, a traditional build of the area we live in.
In the early days a roof covering with hay, branches and heather sods.
Then much cheaper than roof tiles. Nowadays it's the other way around.
First of all ..... demolition of the old roof.
And then, finally, the craftwork could start...
The traditional craftmanship is outstanding!
Some sheeting at the end of the day... just in case...
A reed delivery in the evening.... it seems like a lot...
It's obvious I didn't. You don't want to 'breathe down someones neck'.
I like the crest of reed stems...
It reminds me of traditional Flemish, Japanese or Scandinavian roof tops.
Check out artists like: Dirk Baksteen and Tanaka Ryohei
Earlier post: Dirk Baksteen exhibition
But let's not get distracted ☺︎
The work is done and we're good for 30 years to come... hopefully.
If only you could see and smell it!
We have a brand new 'golden' roof and the smell inside is delicious.
Now the roof is watertight, we could use some rain.
It hasn't been raining for quite some time now...
