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Custom Sized Shade Sails
Custom Sized Shade Sails
Custom Sized Shade Sails
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Custom Sized Shade Sails
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Custom Sized Shade Sails

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The Custom Shade Sails

At Shade Sails Canada, we specialize in custom shade sails made to fit your space properly. We take pride in manufacturing high-quality shade solutions that are built to look great, perform well, and suit the exact needs of your project.

  • Made with high-quality, tear-resistant, UV-stabilized shade fabric with up to a 15-year UV warranty
  • Available in more than 50 colours and three fabric options
  • Custom made to suit your space
  • Proven performance in wind and rain
  • Stainless steel tensioning hardware included, with anchor point hardware sold separately
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Custom Sized Shade Sails

Installation

Your Shade Sail is made to be simple to put up once the proper anchor points are in place. Take a look at the installation video before starting, and double-check that the turnbuckles are nice and tight.

Some corners may not include a turnbuckle. That is done on purpose so we can give you as much shade coverage as possible.

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Where To Attach A Shade Sail

Shade Sails are strong, long-lasting systems, but the attachment points matter just as much as the sail itself.

Choosing the right anchor points and post setup is important.

Homeowners are responsible for sourcing and installing posts, as well as adding the required anchors to the house or structure. If that is not something you are comfortable handling, a local general contractor can usually help with this part of the project.

If you need guidance, contact us and we can work with you or your contractor to make sure your existing structures, posts, or frames are strong enough to handle the load of a tensioned Shade Sail.

Check the video to learn more.

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The Design

Custom Shade Sails are intended for seasonal use and should be removed before snow becomes part of the forecast. If you would rather have support with taking your sail down and putting it back up, ask us about our Drop & Fly program.

The finished shape of the sail matters. By setting the anchor points at different heights, the sail forms a subtle twist that helps shed rain, handles wind more effectively, and can improve west-facing shade coverage. When the layout is done properly, our Shade Sails are built for tough outdoor conditions.

If you want to see how your project could work before moving ahead, our Shade Analysis & Design service is a great place to start. It can show the layout, the look of the sail, and how shade may move across the space at different times.

Design Services Drop & Fly
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How to measure?

We want your Shade Sail to fit the space properly, and that starts with accurate measurements.

The best approach is to install your anchor points first, then measure eye to eye with a non-elastic string.

Please read our measuring guide before placing your order.

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How To Gauge The Height Of Your Sail

Changing the heights of your attachment points is one of the best ways to give your Shade Sail more shape and character. With a 4-point sail, for example, alternating high and low corners can create a beautiful twisted form.

That shape is not just for looks. It also helps the sail perform better in wind and allows rain to run toward the lower points instead of sitting on the fabric.

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Make It Adjustable

Want more control over your shade throughout the day? Add the Traveller System to your order.

Inspired by our nautical roots, the Shade Sails Canada Traveller System™️ lets you adjust the height of one or more sail corners after installation. This can be especially helpful later in the day when the sun sits lower and you want to fine-tune your shade coverage.

It adds extra flexibility to your Shade Sail and gives you more control over how the space feels.

Traveller system
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Fabric Selection

Our specialty shade fabric is made for long-term outdoor use. It is highly durable, fade-resistant, tear-proof, and backed by a warranty of up to 15 years.

The fabric also helps protect from harmful UV rays while making your outdoor space feel noticeably cooler and more comfortable.

Most of our Shade Sail fabrics are not waterproof, but with the right layout and installation, they are made to shed water well. A light mist may still come through the fabric, but most rain will move toward the low points of the sail and run off from there.

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Custom Sized Shade Sails

Waterproof Shade

Most Shade Sail fabrics are made for breathable sun protection, not full waterproof coverage. That said, proper design and installation can help the sail shed water efficiently.

A fine mist may pass through the fabric during rainfall, but the majority of rain is directed toward the lowest points of the sail, where it can run off more easily.

If you need more rain protection for your space, waterproof shade sails may be the better option.

Waterproof sails
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What Comes With Your Shade Sail?

Our custom size Shade Sails are shipped fully cabled, with the appropriate Marine Grade Stainless Steel tensioning hardware installed and labelled.

Not every corner will have a turnbuckle. We do this intentionally to maximize fabric size and give you as much shade coverage as possible.

Any anchor hardware needed for your installation must be ordered separately from your Shade Sail.

Check the video for more details.

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Standard Sized Triangle Shade Sail

Custom vs. Standard

A Custom Shade Sail gives you more freedom with the final shape, coverage, and overall look of your sail. It allows you to get the most shade possible while also creating a design that fits the space properly.

In many cases, custom can also be the most cost-effective option. If you already have strong anchor points available, such as a house, garage, large tree, or existing structure, we may be able to design the sail around those instead of adding multiple new posts.

You provide the measurements, and we build the sail to fit. Stretch, hardware spacing, and layout are all taken into account so the finished sail works with your space.

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