How To Build A Tiki Bar Roof

Build your thatch roof.

How to build a tiki bar roof.

But you could also build a deck a frame to hang things from and the classic thatched roof if desired. Fill the holes with wood putty and then smooth the surface with 120 220 grit sandpaper. Lift the assembled roof structure on to bar structure and use lag bolts to secure at all points of contact. How to build a tiki bar with a thatched roof take outdoor entertaining to new heights by building a three sided tiki bar with bamboo accents and a grass roof.

First lift the roof structure into place and secure it on all four corners of the bar. Pick and choose from the following steps depending on your desires and skill level. This tiki bar uses rusted tin roofing from an old barn. I purchased a 20 foot roll of thatch for 100 from a specialty bamboo store that was a 30 minute drive from my house.

Do not cut corners with the roof as it can make or break the appearance of the bar. Apply a few coats of paint or stain to enhance the look of the components and to protect them from the elements. However thatched palm leaves can be used instead for a more authentic polynesian look. It s important to secure your roof in place before adding the thatch as it would be difficult and too heavy to lift into place afterward.

Take outdoor entertaining to new heights by building a backyard tiki bar with bamboo accents and a thatched roof. Make sure you take a look over part 1 of the tiki bar project so you learn how to build the actual bar. Cost skill level start to finish 2 days. Securing roof to tiki bar base.

Make ornate corner blocks out.