Shade Sails and Playground Shade Structures
Cooler slides, comfortable parents and happier kids under sails and structures built for sun.
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- Design to install
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Shade makes a playground usable. It cools slides and seats, protects skin and gives adults a comfortable place to watch. In sunny climates it can double the hours a playground is enjoyable.
We design and install shade sails and structures sized for the play area, with strong posts, correct tension and clear heights, and we plan for wind and weather.
Sails and structures
Tensioned sails are modern and flexible in shape. Fixed canopies and pergolas give more solid shade. Roofs on towers shade the platform itself.
Fabric choice affects UV blockage, color and how heat builds up.
Placement and engineering
Sails need strong posts and footings and enough tension to shed wind and water. We plan heights so they clear play activity and do not become a hazard.
In regions with strong storms, sails can be removable or lowered.
From first call to first swing.
The steps for shade sails and structures, in the order they happen.
- 01
Study the sun
We map how shade falls through the day.
- 02
Design the shade
We choose sail shape, structure and height.
- 03
Set the footings
Posts and footings are installed and cured.
- 04
Install and tension
Fabric is hung, tensioned and checked.
Is it right for your family?
A good fit when
- Your play area gets full sun
- Metal slides or dark surfaces get too hot
- You want a shaded place to sit
- You want to protect little ones from UV
Worth knowing
- Posts and footings need proper engineering
- Fabric needs seasonal care
- Strong winds may require taking sails down
- Some neighborhoods regulate structures
Good questions about shade sails and structures.
Do shade sails block UV?
Quality shade fabrics block a high percentage of UV. We recommend the right type.
Can sails handle wind?
Properly installed sails shed wind well, but they should be taken down in severe storms.
Can the shade cover the set?
Yes, we can cover a swing set, a tower or a seating area.
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