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Detailed Guides

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  • A backyard pergola shaded with bright orange Roman shades, illustrating a stylish and adjustable solution for homeowners exploring how to shade a pergola while enhancing both comfort and design in outdoor seating areas.

    How to Shade a Pergola

  • How to Install a Roman Shade

    How to Install a Roman Shade

  • How to Shade a Patio

    How to Shade a Patio

  • How to Install a Shade Sail

    How to Install a Shade Sail

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How to Create a Custom Order

  • Step 1 – Plan out the area you want to shade

  • Step 2 – Install & mark your posts/structure

  • Step 3 – Install your attachment hardware (optional)

  • Step 4 – Taking your measurements

  • Step 5 – Submit your measurements

  • Step 6 – Our team will contact you

Tips, Tricks & Misnomers

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  • modern deck with black shade sail providing deck weather protection

    Ultimate Guide to Deck Weather Protection: Keep Your Outdoor Space Pristine Year-Round

  • relaxing pool area surrounded with greenery and a blue shade sail for sun protection showcasing commercial patio design

    Smart Commercial Patio Design Strategies That Attract More Customers

  • blue shade sails over a large commercial patio in a downtown area

    Why a Well-Designed Commercial Patio Is Key to Business Growth and Guest Experience

  • Anchor Shade Systems Explained: Secure, Stylish Coverage for Every Setting

    Anchor Shade Systems Explained: Secure, Stylish Coverage for Every Setting

  • image of orange shade sail in backyard showcasing strength of shade sail wall plates with anchors.

    A Complete Guide to Installing Shade Sail Wall Plates with Anchors

  • red shade sail over a patio with red patio furniture showcasing ordering and installing custom shade sails

    A Guide to Ordering and Installing Custom Shade Sails

  • HYPOD16 Shade Sail: How to Tension & Finalize Installation

    HYPOD16 Shade Sail: How to Tension & Finalize Installation

  • black shade sail on brick using expansion anchors.

    How to Install a Shade Sail on Brick Using Expansion Anchors

  • black sun shade over a deck providing uv protection

    Top Benefits of Installing a Black Sun Shade for Outdoor Comfort and UV Protection

  • yellow shade sail attached to tree showcasing monofilament fabric

    What Is Monofilament Fabric? Properties, Uses, and Advantages Explained

  • patio in a backyard with a blue and black shade sail providing an example of patio shade installation

    Step-by-Step Guide to a Successful Patio Shade Installation on Any Budget

  • close up view of three green shade sails attached representing pickleball court shade structure

    How to Choose the Best Pickleball Court Shade Structure for Year-Round Play

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FAQ's & Resources

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  • Privacy Panel Mounting Options

  • Where should I position my Cable Clamps?

  • Shade Sail Posts | The Definitive Guide

  • Where do you ship to?

  • Should I vary the height of my posts?

  • Tightening Your Turnbuckles

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