Shade structure or permanent structure? How to choose

November 10th, 2016 · Published to Shade Solutions

Are you thinking of erecting a shade structure in your home or business location? If you are, then there are two options you have on hand – shade structures or permanent structures. Both of these offer great protection from the weather, but choosing one above the other is confusing for most people.

Fortunately, I’m here to help you out. As a professional shade solution provider in Brisbane, I know all about shade structures and permanent structures. In this article, I will guide you on what you need to take into consideration when deciding which solution is best for your needs. Listen up!

1. What do you want to achieve?

I always ask my customers at Global Shade to consider what they want to achieve from a shade structure. Sure, all shade structures provide shade (duh!), but you should look for what you want beyond that. You probably want an aesthetically pleasing shade structure that you can assemble or dismantle as the need may be. This will totally depend on the application for which you need the shade structure.

Permanent structures are incredibly functional but you won’t be able to dismantle or disassemble them. On the other hand, custom shade structures in Brisbane, such as those we offer at Global Shade, are incredibly flexible. Our shade sails, canopies, awnings and outdoor umbrellas can all be assembled and dismantled with ease. If you want to keep things flexible, opt for our shade structures instead of building a permanent one.

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2. Consider your budget

Shade structures are available in a range of prices, going from a few hundred dollars up to several thousands of dollars. As such, it is very important that you consider your budget before making a decision to invest in one.

Typically, permanent structures will cost you a lot. They are a one-time investment which you will not make later. On the other hand, Global Shade’s custom shade structures in Brisbane are significantly cheaper. If you need a permanent solution and you have the money available, go for permanent shade structures. Else, custom shade structures are the way to go.

3. Design options

Permanent structures are limited in design. You will not have many options to choose from as these structures only cater to basic functionality. On the other hand, custom shade structures, such as those we offer at Global Shade, are available in a range of designs and colours to choose from.

If you want an aesthetically pleasing solution and you want to play around with designs, choose custom shade structures in Brisbane. At Global Shade, you can completely customise our shade structures as per your fancy. Whether you choose our shade sails, outdoor umbrellas, awnings or canopies and tension membranes, you’ll have many colours and designs to choose from. Moreover, we can also customise shade structures to meet your branding objectives if you wish to.

4. Increasing the value of your property

Both permanent structures as well as custom shade structures in Brisbane can increase the value of your property. However, permanent structures will only be considered to be a part of your building or property. This means that they won’t be seen any differently from your building. The value that they add will be somewhat hidden from the eyes of onlookers.

On the other hand, custom shade structures immediately stand out from the surroundings. Any onlooker will instantly recognise them and understand that they add value. Moreover, custom shade structures are much cheaper than permanent ones. This means that you can get greater returns by investing in quality custom shade structures such as those we offer at Global Shade.

Conclusion:

Choosing between permanent structures and shade structures can be confusing. However, by making a few considerations, the choice can become much simpler. Ask yourself what you want to achieve, consider your budget, decide on design options and if you want to increase the value of your property. By making these considerations, you can certainly take a more informed decision.

For the best quality shade structures in Brisbane, get in touch with us at Global Shade. We are one of Australia’s finest shade solution providers and we will offer a customised solution to meet your requirements.