Shade structures: why quality matters

November 8th, 2017 · Published to Shade Solutions by Steve Lewis

Once you have made the decision to purchase your shade structure, and you know the shape and design that you would like, the next step is to carefully consider the shade structure itself.

A study was released not too long ago that showed that the shade industry in Australia was largely unregulated. This means that there are several shade installers who might not necessarily put excellence and quality in their work. Yet, the quality is very important if you want shade structures that have a long lifespan and deliver the protection that they should.

When you invest in a shade structure like a shade sail or an awning, you want to be sure that it is truly an investment, which is why at Global Shade, we ensure that the shade structures we install for our clients are of the highest quality.

While choosing your shade structures based on the low price that the installer is quoting might seem like a great idea, it usually leads to greater costs down the track.

So if the cost is not the most important consideration in choosing your shade structures, what is?

In our years of experience, we have discovered that the quality of the shade structure is the most important consideration and we’ll share our reasons with you below.

The lifespan of the shade structures

The quality of shade structures matter because it affects the lifespan. Poor quality shade structures won’t last long and will leave you with no other choice but to order a replacement before too long. A good quality shade structure, made from top grade fabrics, should last an average of 10 – 15 years, while some could last even longer. Investing in quality shade structures saves you cost in the long run.

Very minimal maintenance

As a shade manufacturer, one major reason I encourage people to invest in good quality shade structures is the fact that the level of maintenance required is much lower than you’ll find in structures of poor quality. That is not to say that some maintenance would not be needed, but it really is very minimal and you can do most of it yourself.

Enhanced functionality

Shade structures are usually needed to provide protection from the sun, but good quality shades do much more than that. With the threat of cancer from exposure to harmful UV rays, a shade structure that also has a high UV protection level is imperative – and you can’t be confident that you will get this important feature in cheap shade structures. Quality shades have high UV levels as well as high quality UV stabilisers to ensure that the UV levels last longer.

Conclusion

There are so many reasons why quality matters in choosing shade structures. Quality shades last for years and need very little maintenance. They perform better and offer higher protection from the harsh Australian sun. Not only do they have high UV protection levels, but they add an elegance to your property that poor quality shades fail to replicate. They are easy to install and take down and offer higher levels of customisation so that you can enjoy them in almost any capacity where shade structures are needed. Finally, high quality shade structures usually come with great warranty. At every time, you know that you are getting your money’s worth.

Global shade designs, manufactures and installs shade structures and we deal only with the highest quality fabrics. Our fabrics offer up to 99% UV protection and enhance the aesthetics of your property. With over 25 years of experience in the Australian shade industry, we have perfected the art of providing high quality shade structures around Australia.

Contact us for your shade solutions today, we’ve got you covered, Australia wide.