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SABS-approved CCA treated thatching laths in 3 m, 3.6 m and 4.5 m lengths for thatch roofs, lapas and farm structures.
Treated Laths for Thatch Roofs
Available in 3 m, 3.6 m and 4.5 m
Thatching laths are the slim treated poles fixed across the rafters of a thatch roof. The thatch is sewn or tied onto them, so they carry the full weight of the roof covering for its whole life. Commondale Poles supplies SABS-approved, SAWPA-marked CCA treated laths in 3 m, 3.6 m and 4.5 m lengths.
Where our laths are used
- Thatch roofs on homes, lodges and lapas and entertainment areas.
- Farm structures such as sheds and shade shelters.
- Timber roof frames built with our treated gum poles.
- Rustic wedding venues and garden structures.
Why treated laths matter
Laths sit hidden under the thatch, where any rot or insect damage is hard to see until the roof sags. CCA treatment protects them against termites, borers and fungal decay, and the SAWPA mark confirms they have been treated to the correct standard. Learn how the pressure treatment process works, or read SAWPA’s guidance on treated timber.
Ordering tips
- Give us your roof size and rafter spacing and we will help you work out quantities.
- Order laths and rafter poles together so everything arrives in one load.
- Store laths flat and off the ground until use (see our storage guide).
How to order
- Send us your list: lengths, diameters (if you know them), quantities, where the timber will be used and your delivery town. Use our quote form, WhatsApp 082 906 1334 or call 017 821 0739.
- We confirm the right treatment class, price and lead time.
- Collect from our yard in Commondale, Mpumalanga, or ask about delivery.
Office hours: Monday to Thursday 07:00–16:30, Friday 07:00–14:00.
Frequently asked questions
What lengths do your thatching laths come in?
We supply CCA treated thatching laths in 3 m, 3.6 m and 4.5 m lengths.
Do thatching laths need to be treated?
Yes. Laths are hidden under the thatch and carry its weight, so termite or rot damage can go unnoticed. Treated, SAWPA-marked laths protect the roof for the long term.
Can you supply the rafters too?
Yes. We supply treated gum poles from 1.2 m to 14 m, so you can order rafters, purlins and laths together.
Every item is treated in our own plant to SANS standards and carries the SAWPA mark, so you know it has been treated properly.
We cut to length before treating, so the preservative protects the whole piece. No minimum or maximum order.
Collect from our yard in Commondale, Mpumalanga, or ask us to arrange delivery to your farm or site.
