Post #215986 by McTiki on Mon, Feb 20, 2006 5:26 AM

I am a firm beleiver in using what I was taught to use while I lived on Guam for 4 years. Bamboo is tough stuff!!! So are palm fronds. I have modified the formula slightly because this structure will need to outlast me. I've been contructing mine now for over 2 years. I guess I have been sceptical of it's integrity (roof) until now. It has seen well over 90 MPH winds and multiple soakings and it stands firmly in place. It's made of larger scale lumber that is very well treated for outside exposure along with metal bindings/bracketry in the roof. I am now in the process of finishing the floor and the bar itself. I will thatch the roof when all is complete below. I'll post pics as well. Good luck