Shade sails are beneficial for any outside residential, commercial or industrial area requiring a cost effective solution for protection from the sun. When designed and built professionally they’re an ideal long-term solution. Breathable fabrics allow cool air to circulate beneath the shelter of your shaded area, providing you with a comfortable, safe and practical outdoor area!

A shade sail is a custom, tension membrane structure, which can be either permanent or demountable. Shade sails are manufactured to provide protection against the suns’ harmful UV rays. Shade Sails are advantageous for a number of reasons. Not only are they are suitable for any décor and design taste, they require minimal support structures and are also a cost effective solution to shading large areas, such as playgrounds, swimming pools or outdoor dining and entertainment venues.

Shade sails are made using high-density, specially knitted, UV resistant fabric, which is tensioned by fixings on poles or attached to a suitable, structural part of the building. Shade sails can be installed in a horizontal or angular manner, depending on their purpose and location. Shade sail fabric comes with quick release snap hooks allowing you to easily remove the sail when not required.

Shade sail fabrics come in a variety of shapes, colours and densities. All shade sails can be customised to your specific needs and designed with your unique setting in mind. Shade sails are generally designed in square, rectangle, triangle or hexagonal shapes, which suit most areas. While fabric is available in both dark and light colours for optimal UV protection and a cooler climate, we recommend darker colours in a heavier density.

The biggest advantage of a shade sails is its ability to offer effective protection against the heat, UV rays and adverse weather conditions all year round! The versatility and range of shade sail options available means we can help you can find something to suit both your requirements and your budget!

While offering effective UV protection and an escape from the harsh summer heat, sail shades can also enhance the look and feel of your outdoor space. Available in a wide range of designs and structures, shade sails are the perfect choice for parks and school playgrounds, backyards and carports and outdoor entertainment or pool areas. They are also a cost effective shade solution for large commercial or industrial areas, as well as at sport complexes and community centres.

Most sail failures start at a corner, so opt for a fabric that has the extra-strong webbing around its perimeter. The thicker the shade sailcloth, the more it will absorb heat and sunlight. We recommend installing your shade sail at a steeper angle to encourage rainwater runoff and to prevent damage in harsh weather conditions prolonging the life of your shade sail. To preserve the life of the sail, shade sails can be removed in the winter months.