Water reed products & specifications
Graded thatching reed prepared to the standards European roofers expect — with clear, verifiable specifications.
One material, prepared with care
We supply natural water reed (Phragmites australis) for thatching and natural construction — cleaned, dried, graded and tied into dense bundles. Below are the grades and specifications we prepare for the European market.
Long thatching reed
Premium long-stem reed up to about 2.3 m, ideal for the main roof surface where coverage and a clean finish matter most.
Standard / medium reed
Versatile medium-length bundles for general thatching, repairs and a wide range of roof areas.
Ridge & detailing reed
Shorter, finer reed selected for ridges, eaves and detailing work that demands flexibility.
Custom-graded lots
Reed sorted to your specified length and diameter range, prepared and bundled to your project requirements.
Reference specifications
Typical values for our prepared thatching reed. Exact grading can be adjusted to your requirements — ask us for a current specification sheet.
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Phragmites australis (common / water reed) |
| Stem diameter | 6–12 mm (graded) |
| Reed length | Short ≤ 1.5 m · medium ≤ 1.8 m · long ≤ 2.3 m |
| Bundle circumference | ≈ 60 cm (≈ 0.6 m diameter) |
| Moisture | Dried, low-moisture for transport and storage |
| Colour | Natural even golden / straw |
| Harvest | Winter-cut, 2026 fresh harvest |
| Packing | Tied bundles, container-loaded |
Specifications are typical reference values; final grading is agreed per order.
Sorted for a predictable roof
Consistent bundles are what let a thatcher work quickly and estimate coverage accurately. We sort by length and stem diameter and tie to a regular circumference so every bundle behaves the same on the roof.
- Graded by length and stem diameter
- Cleaned of leaf, weed and broken stems
- Tied to a consistent bundle circumference
- Straight, hard stems for a dense, durable coat
Loaded for the long journey
Reed is stacked and loaded into 40-ft containers to maximise volume while protecting the material. We coordinate documentation and dispatch to your nearest major port, with flexible quantities from sample lots to full containers.
- Dense, regular bundles
- 40-ft container loading
- Flexible order quantities
- Delivery to major European ports
- Export documentation handled
- Samples available before order
Need premium water reed for your next project?
Thousands of tonnes are processed, graded and ready to ship to the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Spain and beyond. Ask us for specifications, pricing and samples.