Products and Colours
Canvas versus mesh
Commercial Shade Sails offers many grades of fabric (see below), and they are mainly of two types: canvas and mesh.
Canvas sails tend to be superior for UV protection, combined with maximum strength and durability. Canvas is not only sturdy, it won’t absorb moisture and rot, giving you many years of low-maintenance performance. They also allow for breezes and can, therefore, be the cooler of the two options.
Our white mesh fabrics offer protection from the sun through reflection as well as UV protection. While they don’t allow breezes as easily as canvas, they offer superior low-maintenance resistance against nuisance birds and bats.
UV protection factor in Australia
All Commercial Shade Sail fabrics offer high UV protection factor (UPF). The UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) rating on your shade sail shows how effectively the cloth blocks ultraviolet radiation from the sun. It is tested in Australia and New Zealand to standard AS/NZS4399 by the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency.
The UPF rating numbers fall between 15 and 50+, according to the percentage of solar radiation they block. You can use this table to help choose the right fabric for your needs:
| UPF Rating | Protection Category | % UV Blocked |
|---|---|---|
| 15-20 | Good | 93.3 to 95.9 |
| 25–35 | Very Good | 96.0 to 97.4 |
| 40–50+ | Excellent | 97.5 or more |
SHADE FABRICS
Rainbow Shade Z16 is a lightweight fabric, at 200GSM, which is coupled with it being particularly long-lasting and sturdy in the elements. Z16 has a reputation unmatched for durability, sun protection and quality.
We now offer DualShade 350 fabric so you can embrace the fashionable and unique possibilities of a twin colour shade sail.
The Gale Commercial 95 340 is a sturdy 340GSM fabric made in a knitted lock-stitch construction for resistance to fraying and tearing. Its quality assurance for highly tensioned shade structures is guaranteed.
This extremely strong 100% Australian-made fabric will not stretch or otherwise lose its shape over time, making it the perfect choice for integrity over the long-term in your permanent shade structures.
If you are seeking a shade cloth that will deliver coverage, strength, weather resistance, durability, sun protection and quality, the Rainbow Shade eXtreme is for you.
Ferroshade is a premium heavy-duty 380 GSM commercial-grade fabric proving protection from the elements for a versatile range of applications.
WATERPROOF FABRICS
Rainbow Shade DRiZ is a unique lightweight shade cloth with the highest levels of protection from both the sun and the rain. It is also available in an exciting range of 16 fashion colours.
The Serge Ferrari 502(s) is a high-performance waterproof fabric that comes in a dazzling array of over 50 solid and mixed colours. The fabric is fire-resistant, highly durable in all weather, and comes with a 10-year warranty.
Mehler Valmex FR580 PVC is a heavyweight, UV stabilised fabric treated with fungicides for longevity, durability and low maintenance. It is ideal for permanent and temporary tensioned structures, tents and sun shading.
The Hiraoka SX Transparent fabrics are high-quality transparent PVC coated polyester fabrics that can keep the weather and harmful UV radiation out while letting light in.
The Verseidag TXA-F range is UV stabilised, weatherproof and tear and sag resistant. The series also offers extraordinary colour stability with resistance to ageing, pollution and other stains.
The Serge Ferrari Flexlight Perform 912 is a heavy-duty waterproof fabric offering consistent and reliable performance. Offering the dimensional stability of Précontraint technology the 912 is perfect for large-scale commercial structures.
COMMERCIAL FABRICS
SpectraNet is a specialist agricultural shade netting well known for providing comprehensive plant protection and climate control. Safeguarding crops against harsh weather conditions and damage caused by insects and birds.
ALLPRO Commercial is made of 100% monofilament knitted shade cloth. It features a high strength to weight ratio and is specially designed for use in plant nurseries, hobby farms and home gardens.
Shade fabrics
Commercial Shade Sails shade fabrics have been hand-picked for the range they offer. Each has its features and benefits for non-waterproof quality, UV protection, weight, tensile strength, durability and easy maintenance.
Explore the unique features and benefits and range of colours of each fabric in our shade range:
Waterproof fabrics
Commercial Shade Sails also offers a range of fully waterproof fabrics in three grades.
Explore the features and benefits and range of colours of each of our waterproof fabrics on these pages:
Commercial fabrics
Commercial Shade Sails stocks a range of commercial agricultural shade fabrics. From home gardens to farms we have a horticultural fabric to suit your needs.
Explore the features and benefits and range of colours of the commercial shade fabrics in our range:
