Five tips for selecting the sail shade for your summer
Selecting a sail shade can be a daunting task, but if you follow our simple guide, you're sure to select the correct sun shade for your outdoor space. Let's first look at who should be buying a sail shade. Sail shades are versatile enough to fit any outdoor environment, so many people can use them. Sailshades can also be taken down and set up with ease, which means that they are perfect for Summer, as they allow you to temporarily add some shade to your gardens. Shade sails are also a cheaper garden canopy compared to other options, such as awnings. If you think that a sun sail is the perfect garden shade for you this summer, then read on to find out how you can select yours.
The first thing to do when assessing your sun canopy needs is to work out your set up. We recommend that you pin at least two of the points on a shade to a fixed wall. This will allow for maximum stability for your sail, and it means that you can spend less time setting up in future. Next you will need to assess where else you will fix the shade too. If you are going to fix it to a post, you must plan where this post will go in the ground, as well as ensuring you can get the post deep enough into the ground. Perhaps you are able to get two posts in the ground, which will allow you to make use of a four point sail, which can maximise your space in the shade. Helpful Tip: Leave one side lower than the others so that any water will simply roll off the shade. If you'd like to see our full setup guide you can see it here.
The second thing to do is to check the sun trajectory. If you want to use the shade in the morning and the sun will be so low that the sail shade has no impact, then it will be wasted in that space, but if you check the trajectory before you buy you can be guaranteed satisfaction. It can be very helpful if you have some idea of when you would like to use the sail shade, as well as what time of year, as this can help to predict where the sun will be. Another important factor to consider at this stage is the height of the sail shade, as if it is too low it may be a nuisance, but if it is too high it may not provide adequate shade.
The third tip when it comes to selecting your shade is assessing your climate. For example if you're in Scotland, you may benefit from a more secure shade with four points for extra stability, whereas if you're by the sea you may want to keep your sail shade raised to allow for a nice breeze. Considering your climate will ultimately be very helpful to establishing which sun canopy you may require. Sail shades are some of the most versatile sun shades and can be easily adapted to best fit your shade requirements. If you would like some help when it comes to assessing your climate, as well as our recommendations, feel free to contact us.
Our fourth tip is arguably our most important. You must know what you intend to use your shade for. If you know what you intend to to with your garden shade, then you can make a much more informed decision. Whether you intend to use it as a heat protector for those sunny mornings when you want to enjoy breakfast outside, then you may be looking for a smaller shade than someone who wants to shade off a full dining area for some al fresco dining.
Our final tip is not as important, but it is one to consider. Colour is important. If you choose a darker colour you may not have to clean your sail as much, but you may not be as protected against heat as you would like. It's all a trade off. In addition to this, you should bear in mind the style of your house, as whilst it's a cool colour, it may look gaudy if you're trying to maintain a rustic aesthetic. Choose wisely.
We hope we've helped you to choose the sail shade that you need. If you need more advice our customer support is available to you. We hope you enjoy your time in the shade this summer.
