Short video that shows how the Fire Retardant Palmex performs.

We just received the new and much improved 2011 catalog from Palmex World. You can download the English version from here, or the Spanish version here.

This week I met a fellow countryman who builds homes here in the Coronado area and when I told him that I owned Palmex Panama S.A., the synthetic thatch roofing company, the first words out of his mouth were: “How much per square meter?” Oh boy, I thought to myself, here we go again; the same one-way discussion has happened to me at least three or four times over the last two years…

I tell them the range of prices per square meter, which depends on the exact variant of Palmex used and the type of installation, and they immediately launch …

We now make beach shelters, 10′ x 10′, with Palmex and treated wood. The whole thing has high wind resistance and is guaranteed for 20 years, including the wood! We sell these for $1750 installed. Call for prices on quantities of 3 or more, or for different dimensions.

We’ve just added a new sales presentation that you can download in PDF form. This provides lots of information on the product’s advantages as well as many pictures of projects we have done.
You can find it here, or from the link on the right side.

We make very sturdy and durable parasols that are ideal for the beach or the garden. They are available in sizes from 2.5m up to 4m diameter.

One question that our customers often ask is what’s the difference between the Bora Bora and Domingo products?
As far as appearance from the outside and durability or impermeability, there is absolutely no difference. The products look the same, are made from the same material, and they share all the same physical characteristics. Same waterproofness, same wind resistance, same durability, etc.
The difference lies solely in the type of installation they are designed for. The Bora Bora product includes a plastic ruler that acts as a support between risers on an open structure. This allows the product to span 60 cms between supports (risers) and provides …

We have some exciting new products coming soon to Palmex Panama!
The Wave – this beautiful sail-shaped sunshade will add a stylish touch to any outdoor facilities and is designed for one lounge chair. It has a durable aluminum structure that can be anchored in a cement base.
Here is an artist’s rendering of the Wave
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The Coconut – the new beach experience! Unique shape. Impressive design. Easy handling. It has a sturdy aluminum structure and the roof can be moved in 4 directions to adjust for the sun’s position. Innovative and inspired by nature – a combination …

We just published a document explaining the advtanges and long-term economics of our Palmex roofing products: Why Palmex Roofing?