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Creating ambiance and comfort
for entertainment in winter.
If asked to list the benefits of building a shading structure, like a pergola or gazebo, in your garden, most people would probably
come up with the same answer. A cool place to sit under on a sunny day and also an attractive focal point in the garden.
Whilst this is definitely a fact, many don’t realise that the opposite is also true. A warm and cosy ambience in which to spend
a chilly winter’s day or night.

How you might ask?
By utilising the terrific insulation properties of the natural materials we use in our construction process. With thatch being a
natural insulating material, it is able to insulate your home without the need for additional insulating materials in the loft space.
Temperatures within a thatched roof structure tend to be much cooler in summer and warmer in winter.
Due to the incredibly low heat transfer value of Cape Reed structures, heat is reflected from the structure in summer and
trapped beneath the roof during winter, causing a difference in temperature of up to 10°C. A properly constructed thatch roof
will significantly increase the energy efficiency of your home and thus lead to a decrease in your overall electricity bill.

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