3 things you never knew about shade structures

September 27th, 2016 · Published to Shade Solutions

I’m sure you’ve seen many shade structures around your local area. We commonly supply them to commercial spaces, homes, schools and playgrounds to offer protection from the sun, rain and the wind. However, there are many things you probably don’t know about shade structures.

I’m here to let you in on some of these lesser known facts. How do I know so much about shade structures, you ask? Well, because I am a shade structure manufacture with more than 30 years’ experience in the industry. Read on to discover some interesting and less-known facts about shade structures.

1. Types of shade structures

Shade structures can be broadly classified into two types – temporary and permanent. Examples of temporary shade structures include tents, lightweight shade sails and marquees, among others. Temporary structures are best suited for use in areas, which need shade only occasionally.

Permanent structures on the other hand are structures, which are built to provide permanent shade to an area. Some common types of permanent shade structures include verandas, gazebos, pergolas and shade sails among others.

2. Permanent shade structures offered by Global Shade

At Global Shade, we offer a range of permanent shade structures for both commercial and residential applications. Our permanent shade structures include canopies, heavy-duty shade sails and tension membranes, among others.

We manufacture, supply and install a range of permanent shade structures in Australia, including Shade Sails, Canopies & Tension Membranes, Awnings, Outdoor Blinds and Outdoor Umbrellas. We have built a solid reputation of offering only the highest quality products. We also carry out installation and offer professional advice on permanent shade structures.

3. Fabrics used in permanent shade structures

The fabrics used in permanent shade structures vary. The most commonly used fabrics include HDPE and canvas. While canvas is a popular choice, HDPE fabrics offer many more benefits. They are lightweight, knitted for breathability and offer UV protection as well.

Our shade structures at Global Shade feature top grade HDPE fabrics offered by Rainbow Shade. Moreover, our fabrics are stitched with high-grade PTFE threads with tripe reinforced connections. These fabrics can easily last 15 years or longer even in the harsh Australian sun. Our fabrics offer UV protection ranging from 93.3% up to 99% as well.

Our fabrics are also covered by a warranty on workmanship and quality of materials at the time of manufacture. Thanks to the solid warranties on our fabrics, you can rest assured knowing that your shade structures will offer you many years of service.

Conclusion:

Shade structures can be classified into two types – permanent and temporary. Some examples of permanent shade structures include shade sails, tension membranes and canopies among others. The most important part of a shade structure is the fabric that is used. High-quality HDPE fabrics are often considered the best fabrics for shade solutions.

At Global Shade, we manufacture, supply and install shade structures all over Australia. We have built up a reputation of offering high quality products that are extremely effective. Our products have been widely used across many schools, playgrounds, commercial and residential locations as well. We also offer professional advice on shade solutions. Thanks to our expertise and professionalism, you really do not need to hunt for shade solutions elsewhere!

If you need a custom built shade structure for your home or commercial location, get in touch with us with your requirements. We’ll put you through to one of our shade solution specialists who will assist you with all your needs. We also offer you a no-obligation measure and free quote, so give us a call at 1800 724 407 today!