How to install a shade canvas

How to install a shade sail

Earlier you lot commence installation it is very important that you consider the most suitable location for your shade sail(s) taking into account the factors below. We've also prepared a 10min video that takes you through how to install your shade sail.

Before y'all embark installation it is very important that y'all consider the near suitable location for your shade canvas(due south) taking into account the following:

  1. Size of the shade sail(due south)&
  2. Strength of existing structures intended to be ballast points
  3. Power to insert fixing posts
  4. Location of barbecues
  5. Sun direction etc

Sentinel the video

This short video provides a unproblematic overview to installing a triangle and square Coolaroo Shade Sail.

There could also be other factors, specific to your situation, which require consideration.

Installation Tips

Before you start

At that place are some important factors you need to consider before you become started. Permit's have a look!

  • Determining The Right Fixing Points

    Once you take identified the location for your shade canvass(s) it is important to determine the most suitable fixing points for the corners. Some of these fixing points could already exist e.g. pergola/sundeck, large tree, contend mail service or fascia.

    This stage of the installation is disquisitional. You should ensure all fixing points are structurally sound and if unsure, obtain independent advice from a builder or engineer.

  • Building Approvals

    Prior to installation, check with local authorities for whatsoever relevant building regulations which may exist.

  • Selecting Fixing Accessories

    There is an all-encompassing range of fixing accessories available to help yous secure your shade sail(s). These accessories are readily available from your normal hardware supplier.

    Rope/chain - to extend your shade sail to a fixing point if required.

    Select the fixing accessories which best conform your own installation.

Attaching to Existing Supports

  • Attaching To Fascia

    If yous intend to ready your shade sheet to a fascia the use of a Fascia Back up is strongly recommended. The Fascia support is used to connect the overhangs of rafters or trusses to fascias ledgers giving a potent connectedness between the two and improved strength.

  • Attaching to trees

    We recommend that the fixing of shade sails to copse exist for TEMPORARY USE Just. The bore of the tree where the canvass volition be stock-still must exist at least 250mm(ix.75").

Attaching to additional supports

  • Post Supports

    If additional posts are required, the employ of treated softwood (H5 level treatment) is recommended. Hardwood of durability Class ane can also exist used. Your local timber supplier can assist yous in pick. Post lengths should exist calculated taking into account the proposed height of your canvass plus the depth of your footings.

    Steel posts are too suitable and are available from either your normal hardware outlet/domicile centre or your local steel supplier. Steel posts tin can exist cut to predetermined lengths and painted to a color matching your shade sheet and the surround.

Footings

Mensurate out centres of footing positions and mark as illustrated. Dig holes 400 mm (16") sq. & 800mm (32") deep.)

  • Firm Ground

    Lay a 100mm (4") depth of 20mm (3/four") dia gravel at the base of the post.

  • Soft Ground

    Pour a 100mm (4") depth of concrete at the bottom of the hole to provide a solid pad. Insert the posts and, with cord lines, ensure they are in plumb alignment. Temporarily brace the posts.

  • Concreting

    Mix physical in line with manufacturer'south instructions. These will be labelled clearly on the packet. Your supplier volition be able to requite you any special communication you may require for your own conditions. Pour concrete to the top of the holes ensuring it is packed well. Ensure the concrete surface is sloping away from the posts to assist h2o drainage. Let poles to set in physical for a minimum of 48 hours. Brace if required.

Installation

Connect fixing accessories to mounting points equally required. Ensure all connections face towards the centre of the sail and are tightly secured. Check again to ensure all mounting points are solid. Lay your shade sheet out and commence the installation.

Tensioning

Using the selected fixing accessories, commence connecting the corners of the shade sail to the fixing points.

Connect all points, using a ratchet tensioning tool if necessary to proceeds increased leverage. Stop tensioning when the shade sail is rigid with little or no creases. Circumspection: Exercise not over tension. Re-tension periodically if required.

Warning

Your Coolaroo shade canvass is designed to provide UV protection and condolement in domestic areas. When selecting the position for your shade canvass, ensure all fixing points are structurally sound and fixings are tightly secured. Audit regularly. Prior to installing, consult your local council regarding building regulations which may apply in your surface area. Exposure to certain chemicals e.k, Chlorine can lead to the premature breakup of the fabric. Chemicals to be used on or around the fabric should exist referred to Coolaroo prior to their use.

Practice not accept fire or an open flame close to the material. Do not apply your barbecue nether the shade construction.

Intendance Instructions

Your shade canvass(s) may be cleaned at any time using a solution of mild detergent and water. Apply the solution with a sponge or a very soft brush. Let the solution stand up on the textile for 10 minutes and rinse thoroughly with water from your garden hose.

DO Not put the fabric in your washing machine, clothes drier, or scrub it with a stiff brush, scouring pad, or an annoying cleaner.

For more than information nigh shade sails check out our manufactures on choosing the right shade sail and DIY shade fabric installation.

Observe specific instructions on how to install the Coolaroo 3.half dozen x 3.6 Triangle Canvas Shade here.

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