5 not so common uses for shadecloth structures

September 13th, 2017 · Published to Shade Solutions by Steve Lewis

Shade Sails are a great way to combat the sun

No doubt you’re familiar with shadecloth structures or at least shade sails. Shadecloth structures are extremely versatile and primarily used in domestic shade applications. Shadecloth itself is reliable, requires low maintenance, is incredibly easy to install and very affordable, which is why it is so widely used in domestic shade applications.

However, what if I told you that shadecloth structures could be used for other applications outside of offering domestic shade? In fact, shadecloth is an affordable solution for many industries and is used both in small and large applications.

As a shade structure manufacture, I certainly know a lot about shadecloth. Today, I will showcase just how adaptable and flexible a shadecloth really is. So, continue reading and by the end of it, you’ll realise that shadecloth can provide shade, protect plants and stock and also provide protection from hail, wind and animals.

1. Horticulture

You may not be aware of it, but shadecloth structures are widely used in the horticulture industry. Shadecloth provides excellent sun protection for shrub nurseries, indoor plants, vegetables, fruits, flowers and even hydroponics. Moreover, shadecloth also serves as an excellent windbreak and provides protection from animals.

2. Agriculture

Another use of shadecloth structures is in protecting stock in the agriculture industry. Here, at Global Shade, many of our customers use shadecloth to provide cover protection for livestock and cattle. Shadecloth can also be put to use in intensive applications, such as in the aquaculture industry.

3. Commercial/Industrial

Of course, shadecloth structures are used to create shade in commercial and industrial applications. However, shadecloth finds various other uses as well. It can be used in fence wraps and for creating safety screens and fall nets around construction and industrial sites.

Some relatively common uses of shadecloth in commercial and industrial applications include visual landscaping, privacy and hail protection, among others.

4. Sport/Leisure

Shadecloth structures are quite extensively used in sports and leisure. They are perfect for creating shaded areas around restaurants or resorts. They are also used for creating wind shelters around tennis courts and for creating surrounds for bowling greens.

5. Others

Apart from all these, shadecloth structures also find use in a variety of other applications. They are used in kindergartens, early learning centres, schools, colleges and sheltered workshops to provide all weather protection to children. Shadecloth is also often used for hail protection for machinery, forklifts and vehicles.

By now, I’m sure you realise that shadecloth structures are perfect for use both in commercial and residential applications. If you’re considering shadecloth structures for yourself, then consider us at Global Shade.

Regardless of the application you have in mind, Global Shade can manufacture a shadecloth structure to meet your needs. We make use of heavy duty HDPE fabrics in our shadecloth structures. Our fabrics offer unmatched UVR protection, withstand all weather elements and do not lose their shape or colour over time. Our shadecloth structures are the perfect long-term solution for a range of applications that you may have in mind.

Conclusion:

Shadecloth structures are incredibly popular here in Australia. While they are most commonly used for sun protection in domestic applications, they find many other uses as well. They are used in the horticulture and agriculture industries to protect plants and stock. They are also used in commercial and industrial applications, sports and leisure and various other applications ranging from small to large.

For the best shadecloth structures in Australia, look no further than Global Shade. Get in touch with us to speak to one of our experts about your shadecloth requirements today!