{"id":2732,"date":"2012-12-27T16:08:39","date_gmt":"2012-12-27T22:08:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.backyardcity.com\/Outdoor-Patio-Blog\/?p=2732"},"modified":"2012-12-27T16:08:39","modified_gmt":"2012-12-27T22:08:39","slug":"shade-sails-are-a-unique-and-affordable-shading-solution","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.backyardcity.com\/Outdoor-Patio-Blog\/shade-sails-are-a-unique-and-affordable-shading-solution\/","title":{"rendered":"Shade Sails Are a Unique and Affordable Shading Solution"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Shade Sail Installed<\/p><\/div>\n

Many Advantages Make Shade Sails an Ideal Choice<\/h3>\n

All that’s needed to create a shaded spot in an outdoor living area is one of the many available choices for shading. A few of these options include patio umbrellas<\/a>, awnings<\/a>, shade canopies<\/a>, and shade sails<\/a>. Patio umbrellas are a popular choice when only a small amount of shade is needed for a dining table or a cozy seating area. Awnings are another option that allow homeowners to protect a sizable portion of a patio or deck from sun exposure. Unfortunately, many homeowners do not care for the style of awnings, which can appear outdated and clash with more modern sensibilities. Shade canopies are a third option for outdoor areas, but they are intended for temporary use. All of these options have their place, but when all is said and done, they leave little room for creativity, and they don’t offer the right solution for spaces with unusual shapes and sizes.<\/p>\n

Unique Good Looks<\/b><\/p>\n

Shade sails<\/a>\u00a0offer homeowners a creative and contemporary means of providing shade for outdoor living spaces. They are readily available in standard shapes and sizes, but custom sails can be made to meet custom needs. Rectangles, squares, and triangles in a variety of appealing colors give homeowners the creative freedom to design the look of their outdoor areas and create as much or as little shade as desired. A truly original artistic and architectural look can be achieved with careful planning and placement of two or more shade sails.<\/p>\n

Versatility without Limit<\/b><\/p>\n

Because of their versatility, shade sails prove to be the ideal solution for a wide variety of situations. Not only can sails protect porches, patios, and decks from the sun, they can also provide protection for entry ways, children’s play areas, swimming pools, outdoor restaurants and cafes, and more. Shade sails are easy to install and can be attached to trees, patio columns, or homes. They can also be an exclusively free standing structure supported by wooden posts or steel columns embedded in concrete footings. Sails can stay up through the year or used seasonally; they are easy to take down and store.<\/p>\n

Effective Performance<\/b><\/p>\n

While appearance is an important consideration when choosing a shading option for outdoor areas, performance is just as vital, if not more. The best quality shade sails are made with superior outdoor fabrics that can block up to 95 percent of the sun’s damaging UV rays. Shade sail fabric is most often water resistant rather than waterproof. This allows the sail to breathe more effectively, which keeps the shaded area much cooler. Sails made with high quality fabrics are also able to withstand extremes of temperature and are fade and mildew resistant.<\/p>\n

Unexpectedly Low Cost<\/b><\/p>\n

Because of the many advantages shade sails offer — versatility, attractive appearance, and effectiveness — homeowners are often surprised to learn that shade sails are more affordable than many other types of options. But, low cost is just another advantage that makes shade sails an increasingly appealing solution for homeowners and business owners.<\/p>\n

When combined, the advantages that shade sails offer set them far apart from the other choices available. Patio umbrellas, awnings, shade canopies, and most other options are simply unable to offer the same low cost, high quality performance and creative good looks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Many Advantages Make Shade Sails an Ideal Choice All that’s needed to create a shaded spot in an outdoor living area is one of the many available choices for shading. A few of these options include patio umbrellas, awnings, shade canopies, and shade sails. 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