Thatch rooftops were used almost all over the world for centuries and are still used today by those who want a rustic look to their homes. This type of roofing material is made by tying different types of grass, reeds and straws together in bundles. It is used in all types of climates keeping a home cool in hot weather and warm in cold weather. Even if you’re not a professional, you too can make your own thatch roof.
Fasten your thatch in bundles of about 2 feet in diameter with rope. Do this with all of your bundles.
Finish with a layer of thatch at the top of the roof. This is called the ridgeline and there are a couple of ways of making it. One way is to use the butt up ridge, which is when you force the butts of the top layers on both sides into the shape of a triangle. The other way is the wrap over ridge, where you force a layer of thatch bundle over the roof point and fasten it to the roof on both sides.