Do you want to create a fun outdoor space that protects your kids against the elements? Are you looking to create a kid-friendly space in your café or restaurant, or are you a council representative in need of shade solutions for council parks and playgrounds? Then, Global Shade can help. Kids spend hours playing on …
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Entries Tagged as 'Playground Shade'
Shade Sails & Structures for Playgrounds & Sandpits
September 8th, 2021 · Comments Off on Shade Sails & Structures for Playgrounds & Sandpits · Applications, Playgrounds, Shade Sails
The Importance of Shade Structures at Playgrounds
January 3rd, 2019 · Comments Off on The Importance of Shade Structures at Playgrounds · Playgrounds
Everyone knows that Aussies love the outdoors. Our love for the outdoors is also the reason why most parents encourage their children to play outdoors. Because of this, kids use playgrounds throughout the year here in Australia. While this is all well and good, Australian kids face the risk of overexposure to the sun’s UV …
The Importance of Shade Structures at Parks
December 26th, 2018 · Comments Off on The Importance of Shade Structures at Parks · Playgrounds
Parks, reserves and outdoor recreational areas can be seen in every Australian city. After all, we simply love spending time outdoors being one with nature! However, due to our geographical location, we also experience a very high amount of UV radiation from the sun. Excessive exposure to UV radiation can cause people to develop skin …
The Importance of Kindergarten Shade Sails
September 12th, 2018 · Comments Off on The Importance of Kindergarten Shade Sails · Playgrounds
Shade sails can be seen installed in several public spaces here in Australia. From carports to outdoor pools, parks and playgrounds, shade sails are used to provide shade in various public spaces. However, if there’s one space which needs shade sails the most, it is kindergartens. Sure, everybody needs sun protection, but adults know how …
4 Undeniable Benefits of Playground Shade Structures
August 29th, 2018 · Comments Off on 4 Undeniable Benefits of Playground Shade Structures · Playgrounds
Shade structures are a fairly common sight in public spaces here in Australia. From parks to swimming pools to school playgrounds, shade structures are just about everywhere. While everyone needs protection from the sun’s heat, children need it the most. Children love playing with their friends outdoors, and it is up to us adults to …
Shade recommendations for early childhood centres
August 8th, 2018 · Comments Off on Shade recommendations for early childhood centres · Playgrounds
Western Australia is a region which experiences a very high amount of UV radiation. Excessive exposure to this radiation can cause various types of skin conditions including melanoma-based skin cancer. While UV radiation can cause skin problems in people of all ages, young children face the most risk. One way to limit UV exposure is …
Shade options for school shade
November 1st, 2017 · Comments Off on Shade options for school shade · Playgrounds
A study showed that students were willing to make use of shade if it was provided by the school, however many schools still don’t offer adequate shade to students. The use of shade in schools is now one of the protection measures prescribed by the Cancer Council for protection from harmful UV rays. This galvanised …
Cancer Council provides shade for secondary schools
September 6th, 2016 · Comments Off on Cancer Council provides shade for secondary schools · Playgrounds
A few years back, I was extremely glad to read that the Cancer Council was providing shade structures to secondary schools. The grant program that was launched was highly successful. As a shade solution provider, I couldn’t be any happier. Now, in 2016, this grant program is back and it promises to make even more …
Why playground shade structures are a must for our children’s safety
July 5th, 2016 · Comments Off on Why playground shade structures are a must for our children’s safety · Playgrounds
Kids love to play outdoors. Indeed, playgrounds are where kids are most active, interact with others and make new friends. However, it is essential that playgrounds in Australia are made safe for children to play in. Australia receives the highest amount of UV radiation as compared to other parts of the world and kids must …