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Installation
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Each Lapa is built by a dedicated and experienced installation team. As we only use genuine thatched roofs the majority of the construction takes place on site. Our teams are highly skilled and can carry out landscaping, decking, electrical and building works. Depending on the complexity of the project, lead times are 4-6 weeks.
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Construction
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At the heart of every Lapa is an extremely strong timber frame which, due to the design, does not require sections of railing to provide strength. In our view these limit access and potential uses. The frame will be constructed first and will provide the base to support the thatched roof. Once the thatched roof has been added we would then complete any additional landscaping, building or electrical works.
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Thatched Roof
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It is our belief that the only way to create a visually stunning structure is to use a genuine hand thatched roof. We would not consider using thatch tiles on our genuine African Lapas. The creation of each genuine thatched roof is an art and as the thatching progresses the structure comes alive. Not only does the thatched roof look fantastic, it will also be completely water tight and offer year round protection from the elements. For added authenticity we have the option to use imported African Cape Reed to thatch to our structures.
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Timber
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To ensure the strength of these structures, Lapas are built using a 100% timber frame. Not only does this give a natural product, but it looks fantastic and accurately re-creates structures found in South Africa. We would not consider using metal frames. For added authenticity we have the option to use naturally grown African poles. All our timber is treated with Tanalith 'E' wood preservative to provide lasting protection against the elements.
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Warranties
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The Lapa Company will guarantee the timber frame for 10 years against wood decay and the thatched roof for 10 years against leakage.
The following items are however excluded:
- Cracking or splitting of timber after installation
- Minor movement in the structure due to timber shrinkage.
- Damage due to alterations or additions to the structure
- Exceptional weather
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Planning Permission
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Any Lapa constructed at a residential dwelling would be subject to Schedule 2, Part 1, Classes A or E of the Town and Country Planning Order. This states that generally, planning would not be required. There are however exceptions and we advise all of our customers to contact their Local Planning Authority to ensure planning consent is not required. The Lapa Company UK Ltd cannot accept any responsibility for any Lapas constructed that subsequently require planning permission.
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