Q: What type of wood is used to construct the Palapa?
A: Main construction is Cedar with some pine.

Q: What kind of maintence is required?
A: No maintance is required. Palms are good for 10-12 years. We also retop for a low cost.

Q: How well does the Palapa hold up in the wind?
A: The Palapa is rated for 120 mph. The wind flows through unlike, a metal or canvas structure, the palapa is hand-constructed one palm at a time.

Q: Do you have Palapa to cover a Tiki Bar, grill, patio, or decking? (pic of palapa covering one of the items listed)
A: Yes, we customize and build palapas to cover any area.

Q:Can I Install a Palapa in an existing concrete patio or pool deck?
A: Yes. This is a simple process; an 8” diameter core is drilled out of the existing slab (usually 4-5”). Then an 18” - 24" deep hole is dug with a posthole digger and the cedar pole can be inserted.

Q: Can I Install a Palapa in an existing concrete patio or dool deck?
A: Yes. Depending on design of Palapa, we secure with a heavy metal plate which bolts through the deck to the main support.

Q: Are the Installers Insured?
A: Yes.Gulf Coast Palapas and Deck Builders. carries both liability and worker’s compensation insurance.

Q: Do you offer Fire Retardant on the Palapas?
A: Yes. We do offer fire retardant in both exterior and interior applications. A Texas State Fire Marshall Certificate will be issued.

Q: Do you offer Fire Retardant on the Palapas?
A: If the Palapas’ or palm materials are to be used in a commercial setting, i.e. restaurant, bar, etc…. then it is required by code. If the Palapas’ or thatch materials are for Residential use, they DO NOT need fire retardant applied. All residential customers have the option of choosing which they prefer.