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Birch needles have been one of the most common materials for roofing, especially as a sub-roof for turf. The original turf roof usually had needles under the turf. When we are going to restore old turf roofs, it is usually most appropriate to use needles. Good needles for roofing are not so easy to come by these days. This film can then be used to help you find a good and traditional way of working that gives good quality needles. Remember that you are not free to go anywhere. The landowner of the forest must give permission for you to take needles. The film was produced by Målselv Tradisjonshandverk og Musikk DA in 2003. An article about needles and thatching can be found on this page: https://www.academia.edu/4488680/Neve...