SHADE SAILS OVER POOL

We often get asked "What is the best shade for over a pool area?" We have some great products to provide much needed shade and give you the comfort you want so you can enjoy your outdoor area. We will also cover off some issues and things to consider when commencing on your project.

Shade sails over pool

Installing a shade sail over a pool is aesthetically pleasing and a great answer to shade across a pool area. They provide permanent shade for the whole year and can cover a great area. The shape of the shade sail is something to consider. A triangular shape will provide less shade than a rectangular shade due to the very nature of the shape and the concave edges that are part of the design. However, a triangular shape may require less posts to be installed so may be a more cost effective solution.

The shape of the shade sail can have a great impact on the shade provided. We try to build into the design a high point and low point to both:

assist with shedding leaves and water, and
getting the orientation of the shade sail to provide effective shade where you need it. We will ask when you use your pool, are you a morning swimmer or do the kids usually use it in teh afternoon. By knowing these facts, we can work out the best orientation and solution for you.

The timing of your installation is also something to take into consideration for your pool project. Whilst we can definitely retro-fit footings through paving and garden beds, if you are at the commencement of a pool project and considering a shade sail, it may be worthwhile doing earthworks for footings when other earthworks are going on.

The number of posts to be installed will impact the cost of the project and also need to be factored in to how you use the area and the access points to your pool. And forget about attaching shade sails to fences or sheds. The strength and tension required on shade sails is often underestimated. A high tension is required to maintain the shape and prevent the sail from any annoying flapping in the wind.

SHADE SAILS OVER POOL