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Clear & Tinted PVC Cafe Blinds

December 9th, 2015 · Outdoor Blinds

One of the disadvantages of traditional blinds is that they obstruct the view of the surroundings. While this may be useful in some settings, when used in ane cafes or businesses that have an outdoor setting, it defeats the purpose of being outside. While blinds may block the glaring rays of the sun, they surely …

Pros & Cons of Retractable Awnings

December 2nd, 2015 · Awnings

Retractable awnings in Sydney are a common sight. You’ll see them just about anywhere – in homes, restaurants, campers and quite a number of other commercial establishments. They’re so common that you might be thinking of getting one for yourself. However, before you go out and buy the first one you see, you should be …

Outdoor Umbrella Buying Guide

November 18th, 2015 · Outdoor Umbrellas

Enjoying a sunny day in Brisbane doesn’t mean you need to spend the entire day under the ruthless sun. In fact, doing so would likely cause a variety of skin problems. The best way to enjoy a sunny day without getting yourself burnt to a crisp is to be smart and do so under the …

Awning Benefits for Your Home

November 11th, 2015 · Awnings

Brisbane is the third most populated city in Australia. It’s also a major tourist destination, and it’s not difficult to see why. Not only is the city filled with beautiful scenery and majestic architecture, but it also has great weather most of the year, which is why locals simply love the outdoors. However, if you …

A Shade Canopy is the Perfect Shade Solution!

November 4th, 2015 · Commercial, Domestic

Perth is a definitely a beautiful city, but the weather can be a bit temperamental. Perth does receive plenty of rainfall during the year making it the fourth wettest city in Australia, but summers here can be extremely hot and dry. With all that rain and sun throughout the year, enjoying the outdoors or leaving …

Energy Efficient Awnings to Cool Your Home

October 28th, 2015 · Awnings

Brisbane has a lovely tropical climate, but there are times when the sun shines down in full force and temperatures begin to soar. When this happens, it can get quite uncomfortable indoors forcing us to use more power to cool the home. The solution is to prevent as much sunlight from entering the home or …

Outdoor Blinds: Need to know before you buy

October 21st, 2015 · Outdoor Blinds

In Australia, perhaps nothing is more precious than the outdoors. Nobody likes to be held up in a room missing the morning sun or the evening the afternoon breeze. However, despite the beautiful scenery, the outdoors can be harsh at times. The sun and wind can not only bring increase the temperature inside a home, …

Cost Effective Shade Sails on the Gold Coast

October 14th, 2015 · Shade Sails

The Gold Coast is known for many things, but one that probably stands out the most is its weather. The sun shines practically all year around, but the weather can be temperamental at times leaving you guessing whether it is going to stay sunny or if a downpour is on its way. If you’re like …

Waterproof shade sails idea balconies and carports

October 7th, 2015 · Shade Sails

If you are looking for the cost-effective solution for your balcony or carport that will provide not only protection from the sun, but also from the rain, you should take waterproof shade sails into consideration. As the owner of Global Shade, I’ve seen trends come and go, but one that has only grown in popularity …

Shade Sails online from Global Shade

September 26th, 2015 · Shade Sails

Hot and sunny summer days are very familiar to everyone who lives in Australia. When the weather is at its best, there’s no better way to spend the day then to invite friends over for a BBQ. But, we should not forget how important it is to be protected from the sun. Among the many …