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Shade Sails

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Shade sails are a decorative way to provide shade to an area that does not need rain protection. Shade sails have become very popular over the last twenty years as they provide a soft and airy openness while offering some much needed sun shade. However, due to our high winds, it’s not as simple as attaching a triangular piece of fabric at three points. A properly engineered shade sail system will have minimum deflection or sagging which requires specialized fasteners, cabling, and heavy duty framing. Let our team design a code compliant shade sail space for your project.

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Our Process

Consultation

Consult with our Architect and Design Experts

approve quote

Receive & Approve Tailored Price Quote

final design

Final Design, Engineering, & Permit

Design Specifications

Fascia Details

  • Height: 6″ to 14″ (8″ to 10″ optimal)
  • Material: Minimum 1/8″ aluminum for mitered and welded corners
  • Note: Thinner aluminum requires visible screws and caulking in place of welds (common in industrial truck court applications)

Projection Options

  • Standard: 4′ to 6′ (optimal)
  • Aesthetic: Shorter eyebrows for design purposes
  • Extended: Longer projections possible with thicker material, enhanced framing, or additional columns
  • Cantilever: Systems without hanging arms require larger support struts, designed with deeper fascia

Span Capabilities

  • Walkways: 7′-6″ to 10′ typical spans
  • Luxury Pergolas: 15′-6″ by 22′ grids available
  • Column Sizes: 4″ for typical walkways, 6″ to 8″ for luxury/larger spans

Decking Systems

  • Standard: 6″ Pan decking for hanging canopies
  • Large Spans: Cap and Pan construction
  • Insulated: Aluminum panels for enhanced R-Value, cooler temperatures, noise reduction

Rain Water Management

  • Internal Gutters: Pitched toward or away from building
  • Options: Free outflow, downspout connection, or internal column routing

Finish Options

  • Powder-Coated: Durable, weather-resistant finish
  • Electrostatic DTM Paint: Professional-grade coating

Accessories & Features

  • Lighting: Recessed or surface-mounted, strip lights
  • Additional: Fans, heaters, and custom lighting with proper design, controllable by wifi apps and bluetooth remotes
  • Walls: Slatted panels, operable louvers, retractable fabric screens, and sliding glass
  • Flexibility: Structures support any type of accessory with proper engineering