Global Shade Blog

Turn your deck into an outdoor room with PVC blinds

August 13th, 2014 · Outdoor Blinds

Global Shade’s aim is to help you successfully address the numerous demands of Australian outdoor living. Just like you, we hate being forced to stay indoors because of the heat or when we’re unable to entertain guests outdoors because it’s raining. Our solution to these common problems is one of the simplest solutions around; PVC …

Checklist for the perfect outdoor living area

August 9th, 2014 · Domestic, Shade Solutions

Aussies are known to love outdoor living and its little wonder as there’s nothing stopping us from doing so – even during the hot summer months. If you’re outdoor living is being reduced due to weather conditions its time you seeks a solution, and I have just the solution for you! Simply create the perfect …

Awning benefits for your home or office

July 26th, 2014 · Awnings

There are several shade solutions that you can take advantage to benefit from non-stop outdoor enjoyment even during hot summer months. One shade solution product we highly recommend here at Global Shade is Awnings. Our 20+ years of experience in providing quality shade solutions to home and businesses owners throughout Australia have made us realise …

Functional cafe blinds for cafes and restaurants

July 15th, 2014 · Outdoor Blinds

Café blinds are becoming more and more important to Australian businesses due to unpredictable weather condition. Often, one minute it’s sunny, the next, it’s pelting down with rain. This is something that you need to anticipate especially if own a café or restaurant and offer al fresco dining to your customers. You want to make …

Durable outdoor umbrellas; the perfect pool shade solution

July 9th, 2014 · Outdoor Umbrellas

In a tropical climate like we have here in Australia, swimming in the pool is a very popular outdoor activity for the whole family. Although our country boasts some of the best beaches in the world, most of us simply want to be able to swim and cool off at any time of the day …

Outdoor Blinds – more than just a shade solution

July 6th, 2014 · Outdoor Blinds

Most regions and cities in Australia are blessed with great sunny weather for most part of the year. Although this comes with great advantages (Aussies get to spend more time to explore the outdoors), too much sun can be dangerous to human beings as it may cause skin cancer. For this reason, as Australians, we …

Cantilever Umbrellas Vs Offset Patio Umbrellas

June 26th, 2014 · Outdoor Umbrellas

When it comes to outdoor shade solutions, more and more people are turning to outdoor umbrellas as they are perfect for a patios, entertainment areas, and swimming pools. These umbrellas can provide you that much needed shade so you and your family can spend more time outdoors even during the hot summer months. When buying …

5 Ways Shade Sails can improve your home

June 19th, 2014 · Shade Sails

Australia is famous worldwide because of its almost perfect weather all year round. Each year, we get to enjoy more than 250 sunny days that let us do what we love – enjoy the outdoors. However, there are some times that the heat can be unbearable and we’re forced to stay indoors. This is something …

Increase your café customers with café blinds

June 11th, 2014 · Outdoor Blinds

Melbourne is known not just for being one of the most beautiful cities in Australia but also due to its often unpredictable weather condition. This is because the city is located on the boundary of cool Southern Ocean and very hot inland areas. While the summer months can be extremely hot, the city experiences severe …

Waterproof shade sails vs. Canopies & Tension Membranes

June 7th, 2014 · Shade Sails, Shade Solutions

So, you are in the market for highly effective yet affordable shade solutions but really have no idea what solution is best for your needs. Should you buy waterproof shade sails or canopies / tension membranes? Well, these shade solutions are both effective in providing weather protection all year long. Both can block the sun’s …