Northside Waterproof Shade Sails
The latest range of Northside Waterproof Shade Sails come in a wide range of colours and materials, ranging from the typical High UV rated shade materials right through to an array of colourful PVC vinyl waterproof membranes. These waterproof membranes are able to be used in the same fashion as shade sails, except for one key distinguishing feature.
They are waterproof!
Come again!
That’s right shade sails come in a waterproof membrane
Yes, 100% completely waterproof.
Now you can combine the aesthetic, colourful and billowing affects which are synonymous with shade sails across the country with the unique waterproof properties of the new PVC vinyl product’s.
Differences between waterproof and woven shade sail.
Waterproof shade sails are manufactured from high grade PVC shade cloth with a plastic coating or layer on one side. This prevents water from passing through giving the membrane its waterproof qualities. Increasing in popularity, it is quickly becoming a go-to for both commercial and private installations, providing a year-round, all weather protective barrier between you and the elements.
Specific attention needs to be paid during installation of your waterproof shade sails to which side is facing upwards. The plastic coating which is easily discernible needs to placed facing upward to maintain the waterproofness of your structure. Hiring the professional team from Northside Shade Sails for the installation of your Northside Waterproof shade sails is the most cost effective and easiest way to ensure that your structure in installed corrected, and all anchor points are sufficient to withstand the sudden changes in weather conditions. Particular important, for homes by the ocean front which are subjected to abrupt gusts of wind. If your structure is not tensioned correctly with adequate falls, etc. pooling can occur. Unlike standard shade sail where the water will seep through your waterproof membrane will hold the water leading to stretching and ultimately collapse.
Waterproof shade sail properties
The Specialised Textiles Association provides further information on the properties of waterproof shade cloth, including its sun protection, durability, weather protection (which includes decreases in temperature whilst underneath a shade structure) and more.
For further information regarding the supply and installation, or supply only of waterproof shade membrane contact Northside Shade Sails, your local Waterproof Shade Sails experts.
