FAQ

Yes indeed. AFRICA STYLE has obtained from RINA the certificate as a qualified company for the production of structural components and kits for steel constructions Nr. 0474-CPR-1946 (EN 1090). Furthermore, it has obtained from the CNR (Italian National Research Council) the certification as a qualified company for the production and processing of wooden elements of Eucalyptus grandis Nr. 05/21-L (Production) and 22/21-CL (Processing Center), in compliance with the prescriptions of the European standard EN 384.

AFRICA STYLE is the Direct Producer of all covering materials offered, such as South African Cape Reed, Kenyan Makuti and South African Eucalyptus grandis, and their synthetic version. Our materials are shaped in a modular format that ensures a quick and easy installation and, in most cases, their interchangeability on the very same frame (to avoid wasting).

To get efficiency, sustainability and authentic beauty at the same time. Natural materials grant, indeed, a unique freshness providing an ideal microclimate for people's wellbeing (up to -8° compared to the area exposed to the sun - in a Mediterannean climate). Moreover, thanks to their exotic style, they provide a touch of iconicity to the outdoor.

South African Cape Reed's main feature is having a wooden internal "soul" of diameter 2mm approx, which makes it stronger and more flexible compared to the ordinary empty and fragile straw.

Easiest installation and removal (clips' hooking/unhooking), wind-resistance (thanks to the tile's rotation on the metal rounded bar allowed by the clips - which avoids the ''barrier effect'' of the classic fabric coverings), and finally the fact that it allows the covering to be excluded from the volume calculation of cubic meters (being removable).

In a Mediterranean climate, the average lifespan (outdoor) of the natural Cape Reed is around 8-10 years versus the 6-8 years duration of the natural Makuti (Kenyan coconut palm leaf). However, if removed and stocked during winter, the lifespan of materials can be extended. On the other hand, the South African Eucalyptus grandis timber can last even more than 20 years thanks to its pressure treatment for outdoor.

Yes, it is possible to achieve around 95-98% of permeability thanks to simple technical tricks. In case of covering in modular tiles, we increase the roof thickness and adjust the inclination and the distance between tiles. This system is perfect to preserve especially natural materials since it avoids internal barriers that may damage them. If the 100% impermeability is required, we suggest a particular roofing package with external synthetic cladding. On the other hand, when it comes to Eucalyptus grandis timber, we create a double layer of covering rolls and insert a transparent panel in between.

Ask to your AFRICA STYLE consultant for more details.

We care about your needs and accomplish them. We offer standard and customized outdoor solutions, designed to enhance the outdoor areas of hotels and restaurants with functionality, durability and originality. Thanks to our materials, we create exotic-looking and memorable environments. Our point of strength is the realization of fully customized / turnkey projects with timber elements certified for structural use and paying great attention to design and details. With AFRICA STYLE, every corner becomes a unique experience for your customers.

We create unique, sustainable and high-quality outdoor products. The direct production grants reliability and competitiveness, ensuring technical and sales support from the design to the delivery. With AFRICA STYLE, indeed, the dealer can stand out in the whole market with an original and quality offer, with smart solutions in terms of durability, aesthetics and logistics. Thanks to the several containers that regularly arrive from our manufacturing unit in South Africa, we have a large warehouse in Italy too.

Thanks to our unique ability to offer themed outdoor solutions, in both standard and customized version, we recreate a natural atmosphere with high-quality materials. AFRICA STYLE stands out especially for its support in the realization of ''turnkey'' projects, from the concept to the installation. We reproduce the original habitats, fresh q-lines for a more comfortable waiting, lookout points fully blended with the background, themed dining areas designed to provide guests with the maximum comfort.

All AFRICA STYLE kits are based on the DIY concept: we provide ready-to-install solutions with all useful screws and assembly instructions. For bigger structures, we arrange technical drawings and specific assembly instructions that allow an independent installation. Concerning the ''turnkey'' projects, AFRICA STYLE team is available to take care of the entire installation.