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Shade sails are a tool to cover the outdoor areas which are used generally for public gatherings. They are based on the principle technology of the ship's sail. These kinds of coverings are perfect for the hot tropical countries and thus have a huge fan following in South Africa and Australia. It has various advantages and hence they are gradually getting popular in other countries too.
Shade sails are super efficient to block the harmful UV rays of the sun. In hotter regions, where powerful sun radiation stays for a longer period, too much of exposure to the ultra violet rays may cause skin cancer. But shade sails' installation offers the maximum (up to 98%) ultraviolet protection in comparison to other coverings like that provided by umbrellas.
Secondly, these coverings are made from weather and water resistant fabrics and are also suitable for monsoon gatherings or parties. Besides, the fabric has an airy nature which permits good circulation of air under the shade. Thus, people below the sail shade are saved from trapped heat and experience an almost twenty degree cooler climate.
Then these sail structures are available in a wide range of size, colors and shapes. Hence, they can be used for sort of outdoor areas, be it your patio or a golf course or a playground. And as they come in various colors, they can easily enhance the beauty of the site and shade.
These sail shades are created from knitted fabric and are extremely convenient to fasten it to posts, wooden beams or trees. These are not permanent devices and hence can be easily set up, dismantle, carry and shift another site. Thus, they are equally popular in both residential and commercial areas.
Finally, these sail coverings are much inexpensive in comparison to other patio covers. Usually, a patio cover can cost around or above $8000. On the contrary, the sail structures cost much less, just around $ 1200.