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Frequently asked questions
Do plastic leaves used for tropical roofing give off an odor?

No foreign chemical or organic elements are included in the properties of the polymer used in the manufacturing of Palmex tropical roofing. The polymer used in synthetic palm leaves is completely neutral, which allows it, among other things, to be used in the production of water, milk or fuel jerrycans, kayaks, children’s slides, etc.

What type of maintenance do Palmex tropical roofs require?

Palmex synthetic palm leaf roofs require virtually no maintenance! Dirt and tree twigs disappear with the first rainfall or simply under the pressure of a water jet. In addition, the high quality of the polymer used in the manufacturing of artificial exotic leaves provides exceptional protection against insects and any destructive organisms.

How do palm leaf roofs behave in strong winds?

The flexibility of synthetic palm leaves also becomes, depending on the wind conditions, a highly effective safety factor. Artificial palm leaves allow the pressure of extreme wind to pass through, protecting the exotic roof from the devastating “delta” effect, well known in the field of roofing construction.

What ensures protection against heat?

Solar protection is ensured by the large number of air-filled cells located between each synthetic palm leaf. This feature of Palmex tropical roofing provides highly effective protection against heat.

What about rain noise?

Palmex tropical roofs offer particular resistance to rain noise. The base polymer allows water to quickly slide off the artificial palm leaves. The properties of the synthetic leaves, as well as their quantity, enable rapid water drainage.

What fire guarantees are offered?

Developed by Palmex, the fire-retardant material used in the manufacturing of synthetic palm leaves meets Canadian and American VO standards. It therefore complies with the regulations in force for the construction of roofs and public buildings.

What are the advantages of installing Palmex tropical roofs?

With the installation of a Palmex tropical palm roof, you save a great deal of time. Even though installing the roof requires precise skill, our synthetic palm leaves remain easy to install. Installation instructions for tropical roofing are provided by the company. Roof installation remains a meticulous operation that must be carried out with care, but the time savings is the major advantage offered by Palmex exotic decorative products.