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David Rackham

Ornamental Reed and Straw Thatcher

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I use Norfolk Reed, also know as Water Reed, on the main roof and wheat straw for the Ridge. Norfolk reed has been used on thatched roofs for centuries as it is hard wearing and durable. My Reed is cut locally from the Reed beds of Dunwich and Walberswick.

I offer the following services:

  • Complete Thatch
  • Re-ridging
  • Ridge & roof repairs
  • Reinstatement and conversion to thatch
  • New build

 

The Thatching Process

Peter and David cutting Reed at Dunwich
Peter and David cutting Reed at Dunwich
Reed laid on the roof ready for fixing. The needle is used to locate the rafters
Reed laid on the roof ready for fixing. The needle is used to locate the rafters
Peter securing the Reed to the rafters with steel pins
Peter securing the Reed to the rafters with steel pins
David knocking the Reed in place with a Reed Driver or Leggatt
David knocking the Reed in place with a Reed Driver or Leggatt
David pushing in Hazel Broaches to secure the wheat straw ridge
David pushing in Hazel Broaches to secure the wheat straw ridge
David cutting the Ridge shape with shears
David cutting the Ridge shape with shears

 

 

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Get in touch

Call Landline Number 01502 575641 Call Mobile Number 07929 468080
Email me at david@djrackham-thatching.co.uk

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