Designed for resorts, theme parks and tropical spaces that demand more. Fully waterproof, lower maintenance and backed by a 20-year warranty.
Designed for resorts, theme parks and tropical spaces that demand more. Fully waterproof, lower maintenance and backed by a 20-year warranty.
Designed for resorts, theme parks and tropical spaces that demand more. Fully waterproof, lower maintenance and backed by a 20-year warranty.
Imagine a world where your tropical sanctuary stays pristine year after year, free from the exhausting cycles of traditional maintenance. With NIPA Palma, you are not just choosing a roof; you are making a long-term strategic investment that removes the hidden burdens of natural palm. Forget the recurring cost of fumigation, the constant cleaning of organic debris from your pool or terraces, and the costly repairs after every hurricane season. Our high-performance synthetic thatch delivers the rustic, authentic soul of a luxury resort, with far less maintenance and a 20-year warranty.
Imagine a world where your tropical sanctuary stays pristine year after year, free from the exhausting cycles of traditional maintenance. With NIPA Palma, you are not just choosing a roof; you are making a long-term strategic investment that removes the hidden burdens of natural palm. Forget the recurring cost of fumigation, the constant cleaning of organic debris from your pool or terraces, and the costly repairs after every hurricane season. Our high-performance synthetic thatch delivers the rustic, authentic soul of a luxury resort, with far less maintenance and a 20-year warranty.
Easy to install, ideal for both small projects such as backyard palapas and DIY tiki huts, as well as large-scale projects including world-class resorts and private residences. Perfect for synthetic thatch roofing.
Project: Luxury Eco-Resort, Caribbean
Designed for the demanding standards of international hospitality, NIPA synthetic thatch is made for the Caribbean and areas of high sun exposure. It passed 5,000 hours of UV testing per ASTM G155, verified by an independent laboratory in Canada, and its FR variant holds a Class A rating per ASTM E108. With a 20-year warranty, it is a smart investment for resorts and theme parks looking for tropical aesthetics and lower maintenance costs.
Project: Private Designer Residence, Pacific Coast
Bring the charm of nature to your home with the durability of modern engineering. NIPA synthetic thatch materials are designed to replicate the texture and movement of real palm, without the organic leaf that attracts insects and collects mold. Enjoy the peace of mind of a roof with a 20-year warranty that does not need constant replacement. An option for architects in Latin America who want to combine organic design with a long service life in residential projects.
Project: Tiki Hut and DIY Social Areas
Transform your backyard or deck into a tropical paradise without the hassle. Our NIPA synthetic palm thatch shingles are so easy to install that anyone can build their own professionally finished palapa, gazebo or bar area. Ideal for quick remodeling projects, our shingles are lightweight, weather resistant and maintain their original color for decades. Create your personal retreat with five-star resort quality.
NIPA synthetic palm thatch was designed and tested in the United States, ensuring superior performance in the demanding tropical conditions of the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America.
Fire resistance (Class A): The version with flame-retardant additive (FR) holds a Class A rating under ASTM E108. Request the test report for the product reference in your quote.
Protection against pests and mildew: It does not attract insects, rodents or birds; it does not rot and resists mold, ensuring a clean, durable roof.
Resistance to wind and tropical storms: Wind rating of 260 km/h (160 mph) when installed to NIPA specifications. On-site performance depends on the structure, fastening and project design.
Choosing the right synthetic palm thatch matters—especially for resorts, villas, beach clubs, restaurants and any palapa-style roof where guests see the details up close. NIPA® Palma is designed to look more natural, install faster and deliver consistent quality straight from the source.
Nature doesn't repeat itself—and neither does NIPA® Palma. Our synthetic palm thatch panels are made with two different molds to reduce visible pattern repetition (especially from below, where the roof is seen most). The blend of multiple natural tones creates depth, shadow and subtle movement for an organic finish that doesn't look “manufactured”.
NIPA® Palma offers some of the largest palm roofing panels on the market, covering more area with fewer pieces. That means fewer fasteners, wider batten spacing, faster installation, cleaner lines and less shipping volume—reducing the total installed cost without losing the premium aesthetics of the palapa.
NIPA® Palma has undergone third-party wind, fire and UV exposure testing: 5,000 hours per ASTM G155 and, in the FR variant, a Class A rating per ASTM E108. Designed for demanding tropical climates, it offers long-term color stability and a clean, premium finish, with quality controlled by the manufacturer from start to finish.
NIPA®, maker of tropical roofs for hotels, is the manufacturer, not a reseller. That means tighter quality control, consistent production, custom color matching and fast turnaround—plus more competitive pricing for your project. When you choose NIPA® Palma, you work directly with the source.
The NIPA synthetic palm thatch system has been designed to recreate the organic aesthetic of the traditional palapa, integrating advanced polymer technology to provide the ultimate roofing solution. Unlike natural fibers, NIPA combines rustic beauty with 100% waterproof engineering, eliminating the constraints of constant maintenance.
NIPA Palma can be installed directly over rafters or battens, eliminating the need for costly timber sub-decking.
Its geometric flexibility lets it adapt to any roof design, from Balinese umbrellas to long-span roofs in luxury resorts.
In the Caribbean and Latin America, the palapa look does more than decorate: it sells an experience (shade, breeze and an authentic tropical look). With NIPA® synthetic palapa, you can achieve that style in resorts, hotels, beach clubs, villas and restaurants, with more stable, cleaner, low-maintenance operations. Explore real projects that show how NIPA® faux palm combines visual authenticity and high performance across a wide range of applications, from luxury resorts to residential spaces. The inspiration gallery shows what is possible in different settings, scales and design styles: modern palapas, tropical terraces, pool areas, rooftop terraces and more.
NIPA Palma manufactures synthetic palm thatch for tropical architecture projects seeking a natural appearance and lower maintenance. The roof still requires periodic inspection and cleaning according to the environment, installation and project maintenance plan.
Our NIPA synthetic palm shingles capture all the natural beauty and rustic textures of traditional tropical roofs, combined with the incredible performance of composite resins. When it comes to quality and craftsmanship, no one does it better.
Length: 93 cm
Width: 70 cm
Thickness: approx. 1.0 mm
Recommended exposure: 22 cm
Installed with 22 cm exposure: approximately 0.192 m² per panel (5.2 panels/m²).
Minimum side overlap: 5 cm.
Minimum roof pitch: 18° (4:12).
Fastening: stainless steel roofing screws; quantity and placement according to the current installation drawing for the model and structure.
Waste allowance: calculate according to roof geometry and project details.
Box of 70 panels: approximately 13.5 m² of nominal coverage.
Pallet of 20 boxes: approximately 269 m² of nominal coverage.
20 ft container, bulk loading: up to approximately 3,800 m².
40 ft HQ container, bulk loading: up to approximately 8,500 m².
Actual capacity is confirmed according to packaging, accessories and the order.
