Create a Tropical Paradise in Your Patio or Poolside with Thatch Reed Tiki Bars

To instantly give a "tropical paradise" feel to your patio or pool, look for genuine South African Thatch Reed Tiki Bars.

These are heavy-duty products that are made of the same quality materials as those found in the finest restaurants and hotels around the world. To create a fun and exotic atmosphere, these thatch reed Tiki bars feature unique shelves, interior rope lighting, and a GFCI-protected outlet from which to connect your refrigerator and blenders.

Tiki hut features

The Tiki huts on which the present-day Tiki structures were based were designed to withstand heavy wind and rains characteristic of tropical climates. Today, Tiki huts are developed with the same regard for strength and durability. They feature thatched roofs, bamboo or wooden frames and side panels. The thatched roof also provides a cooling effect, and noticeably repels heat better than canvas shades.

Huge Tiki assembly kits work as themed seating areas and bars, while individual Tiki huts are positioned on patios, decks or at the poolside. Some kits come with electrical outlets for lights, bar sinks and fans, and are easily self-assembled.

A Tiki bar can set you back by $800 to $14,000. Including the thatched roof, shelving, wood panels and support structure, a Tiki bar can weigh up to half a ton. Choose a brand that is known for excellence in design so that your Tiki bar's support could hold the entire structure and not give way in the middle of a storm.

Where can you purchase Tiki bars?

You can easily build your own Tiki bar by canvassing for prices and models on the Internet. These are easily ordered and some even come with free shipping. Just by studying the instruction manual, an elegant custom Tiki bar can be assembled in only a few days. Various accessories and paraphernalia could also be added to your self-designed Tiki bar, such as electrical hookups, ceiling fans and controls, adjustable shelves, glass holders and custom lighting.

More outdoor resources:
Outdoor patio
Indoor furniture ideas
Outdoor landscaping ideas
Back yard patio decor
Pools and outdoor spas

Home Page

Designing your
tiki patio

Who sells

Disclaimers