Why DIY shade sails are the answer to your sun woes

March 14th, 2017 · Published to Shade Sails

We certainly have a tough time battling it out against the harsh summer sun. In fact, according to the 2016 Houzz Landscaping study, 20% of Australian homeowners stated that too much sun was the leading challenge during outdoor projects.

If you’re facing the same challenge in your backyard, then I’m pleased to tell you that there is a cheap and easy solution – DIY Shade Sails.

DIY shade sails are the perfect solution to all your sun woes. I’m not saying this simply because I offer them, but because it is a well-established truth.

Continue reading this article to discover just why DIY shade sails are so popular with Australian homemakers. Hopefully, after you read through, you’ll realise that they are a cheap and affordable solution to block out the sun and cool down your home.

They provide shade and keep areas cool

One of the main reasons why so many customers choose DIY shade sails is, of course, because of the shade they provide to outdoor areas. DIY shade sails are excellent in this regard.

Not only that, they are far cheaper than having custom shade sails installed. And because they are lightweight and versatile, you can easily install one just about anywhere.

DIY shade sails are similar to a custom shade sail. They consist of a flexible membrane which can be stretched across several anchor points to create a shaded area. However, there are two differences. One, they are bought in pre-defined sizes and tow, you have to install them on your own without professional help.

High quality DIY shade sails, such as ours at Global Shade, are manufactured using special fabrics. Our shade sails are breathable – meaning that they allow air to pass through while blocking out the sun. As such, these shade sails can keep areas nice and cool, while also offering an adequate amount of shade.

Moreover, our shade sails are extremely strong, durable and easy to maintain. You can leave our shade sails out in the open for years without having to worry about them getting damaged.

They offer excellent UVR protection

Apart from shading an area and keeping it cool, customers also purchase DIY shade sails because of their great UVR protection.

I’m sure you’re aware; Australia experiences an abnormally high amount of radiation from the sun. It is this radiation that causes melanoma based skin cancer.

A simple and cost-effective way of protecting yourself and your loved ones from the sun’s UVR is by installing a DIY shade sail. DIY shade sails will also protect your outdoor furniture from deteriorating due to the sun’s rays.

When you’re looking to purchase a DIY shade sail, you must choose one offered by a reputed manufacturer such as Global Shade. We make use of only the highest quality shade cloth fabrics in our shade sails. In fact, our DIY Shade Sails utilise the same fabrics as our custom shade sails so you know you’re getting quality.

By installing one of our shade sails, you can rest assured knowing that you are well protected from the sun, even on the hottest of days.

Conclusion:

If you’re looking for an inexpensive, yet effective way to block out the sun and keep your home cool, you should consider investing in a DIY shade sail. DIY shade sails help provide shade and keep areas underneath extremely cool. Moreover, high-quality DIY shade sails can also offer excellent protection from the sun’s harmful UV rays. DIY shade sails are also affordable and allow you to create a semi-permanent shade structure on a budget.

For the best quality DIY shade sails in Australia, consider our shade solutions here at Global Shade. Get in touch with us to order your DIY shade sail today!