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Endureed Premium Thatch |
Natural Thatch |
| Flammability |
Passed ASTM E-108 spread of Flame -Class A fire rating. |
Not fire rated -- highly flammable. |
| Durability |
Passed FMRC Simulated Hail Damage Test before and after 1000 hrs. UV exposure. |
Highly susceptible to rot and decay. |
| Infestation |
Does not attract insects, rodents, or birds. |
Susceptible to infestation of vermin, insects and birds. May require mesh nets to restrict bird or animal damage. |
| Wind Resistance |
Passed PA 100-95 Wind Driven Rain test. 110 MPH winds. |
Not tested or approved to any standard. |
| Roof Pitch |
5 in 12 minimum. Special application procedure available for low slope. More versatile. |
12 in 12 pitch minimum. Less versatile. |
| Maintenance |
No maintenance required. |
Regular Maintenance required. |
| Color |
Comes in a variety of colors that can be blended. Colorfastness is warranted. |
All thatch weathers to a dull gray/brown/black. |
| Availability of Material |
Readily available, manufactured in the United States. |
Supply and distribution difficult. Grown in different parts of the world. Passing USA Customs requires fumigation and their time-consuming and costly procedures. |
| Availability of Labor |
Readily available. Requires very basic roofing skills. |
Specialized craft often requiring extensive travel for installers. |
| Price |
Comparable to natural thatch. |
Comparable to Endureed. |