Tiki style may have hit its hey-day in the '70s but now its popularity is on the rise again. For an authentic Polynesian feel right in your own backyard, you can order Tiki huts and Tiki bars online and have they shipped right to your door. Tiki huts are characterized by a wood or bamboo frame and side panels, and thatched roof. Because they originated in tropical climates, Tiki huts are designed to withstand heavy rains and wind. In the heat of summer, the thatch also provides shade several degrees cooler than canvas shade. Tiki huts are used on decks, patios or poolside, and large Tiki styles work as bars, seating areas, or spa covers. Some kits even come with electrical receptacles, fans, bar sinks, and lights, and can be assembled yourself.

Build Your Own Tiki Bar

You can also save big bucks by building your own Tiki hut or bar. If you are looking for plans, tips, or advice, have a look at this e-book from Kevin Dunn on building your own Tiki bar. How to Build Your Own Tiki Bar comprise of illustrations and annotated photographs, proven plans with step by step instructions, advice for treating and maintaining materials, sources for obtaining all materials, such as thatch, bamboo poles, etc. You can also construct your Tiki bar with a help of a Palapa is an open-sided dwelling with a thatched roof. The roof is made up of dried palm leaves. It is often a structure, such a bar or restaurant, in a tropical resort that is one-sided and thatched with palm leaves.

Decorate with Tiki Accessories

You can add more of a South Pacific feels with Tiki accessories and Hawaiian, such as masks, Tiki totem poles and signs that point the way to your tropical oasis. All of the Tiki bar umbrellas are made from natural materials. The center pole and latilla supports are purchased locally and made from Southwestern Pine. The palm covering used to cover the top is called a "Rain Cape" which is hand woven in Mexico and provides an authentic Tiki-type look.

Build a Tiki bar
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Tiki bar construction
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Tiki Huts
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