Bali Huts

Bali Huts DIY Kits

A few facts about BALI HUTS.

The Bali Hut was originally copied from houses – many of these houses lasted 30 years and more – We know because our factory that makes the Bali Huts is surrounded by them.

These huts are not native nor made in Bali – they are actually made in the central province of Java. This is where they originated from. Even today in the provincial areas they are prolific. Mainly because of economic reasons and they last a long time with minimum maintenance or repairs required.

BALI HUTS FACTS & FICTION

The first question near everyone asks is:

The Roof Material – “WHATS THE BEST”?

Straw (Alang Alang) or Palm Leaf.

Without a doubt its PALM LEAF

Palm leaf is what has been used for centuries and has stood the test of time. It is not unusual for palm leaf roofs to last for 20 years or more.

Whereas Straw – IT JUST DOES NOT LAST. And the birds love it for their nests. Palm leaf is to strong and tough for the birds to remove.

And grass (alang alang) needs to be repaired and replaced regularly.

Q & A.

ARE THE PALM ROOFS WATER PROOF?

Yes; In Java we use a palm leaf roof and a split bamboo ceiling. And it’s completely water proof. For export we not only use a palm leaf roof and a split bamboo ceiling but we also insert between them a plastic membrane.

WHAT MANTENANCE DOES MY BALI HUT NEED?

NONE. You may do more harm than good.

Bamboo has a natural protective coating and the older it gets – the stronger it gets. Bamboo by weight is stronger than steel.

The palm leaf roof never needs to be touched.

IS IT TRUE BALI HUTS ARE COOLER DURING HOT PERIODS?

Yes: They can be up to 7 degrees cooler.