Shade Sails: Bunnings vs. Global Shade

January 18th, 2015 · Published to Shade Sails by nicole

When you’re living in an area that gets plenty of sunshine, some can consider that as a pure slice of heaven. However, too much sun can be a problem especially if you are the type of person who likes spending time in the garden, by the pool, or in the yard. While one solution may be to cover the whole area with a roof, which limits not just the sun, but also the beauty of the refreshing outdoors, there’s another solution that enables you to keep out of the sun whilst still being to enjoy the outdoors. The perfect solution: shade sails.

Shade Sails: Bunnings vs. Global Shade

I wouldn’t blame you if you went straight to Bunnings to look at shade sails to meet your needs, but as a shade sail manufacture I thought it would be a good idea to look at what Bunnings has to offer, and what we here at Global Shade can offer to help you make a decision you won’t regret. But before I get into this, first let me explain what shade sails are exactly, this will help you with your decision process.

Shade sails are coverings that provide shade for the outdoors that are made based on technology used on ships’ sails. Typically, installation of shade sails include “anchor points” that pulls the membrane (which is a fabric made of sturdy materials that can withstand the elements) tightly over a certain spot.

There are many reasons why shade sails are becoming increasingly popular. Shade sails are the more cost-efficient option when it comes to covering certain parts of a garden, porch, garage, or any kind of outdoor space. Shade sails can be installed permanently over a certain patch of the outdoors and are very easy to set up. You will need very simple tools and you have the option of installing it yourself. And you can set them up virtually everywhere!

Many outdoor spaces, including homes and public spaces like playgrounds and parks, are usually fitted with shade sails, especially if these spaces are located where the sunshine can get a bit too strong, and staying out on days when the sun is especially strong can increase the risk of sunburn and skin cancer.

So Bunnings Vs our shade sails, let’s look at how they measure up.

Shade sails are widely available from different vendors. One of the more popular retailers of pre-made shade sails is Bunnings; they offer a cheap solution for covering your outdoor spaces in a stylish way, but note – they are pre-made so you will have to make do with the sizes of offer. The prices of their shade sail products begin at a very attractive $19.50—which, for a lot of people, is a great bargain, however they can go up to as much as $215 per sail. Bunnings’ range shade sails come with varied UV protection and warranty, depending on the brand chosen so be sure to do your research and find one you’re happy with – chances are for a decent UV Block percentage (90%+) you will be paying at the higher end of the scale.

If you want custom made shade sails in your home, you might want to look at Global Shades’ shade sails. Other retailers like Bunnings typically offer shade sails in very limited shapes, sizes, and colours, which allows them to minimize the cost of production but here at Global Shade, we offer an impressive range of made to order sails at very competitive prices. We strive to manufacture shade sails perfectly designed for your outdoor spaces—not only in terms of size, but also colours and fabrics. And if you want your shade sails to last, Global Shade offers the best fabrics in the market, with high levels of UV protection (up to 99% UV Blockage). You will definitely be ensured not only of style and great prices, but also maximum protection and the best warranty offers in the market.

Conclusion

There are many roofing solutions out there, but here in Australia shade sails are becoming more and more popular. The best way to know if you are going for the most cost-efficient option is to compare the price you are paying for and the quality and protection you get. Global Shade’s shade sails offer both great value and customisation options: two birds that you cannot hit with a single stone these days. Call Global Shade today for a free quote.

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