Enhance your outdoor spaces with ShadeFLA’s custom tension shade sails. Perfect for hotels, pool decks, parks, and terraces in Florida and the Caribbean.
For more information: Call 305-759-7423 or e-mail info@ShadeFLA.com
At ShadeFLA, we understand that every outdoor space is unique. That’s why we offer fully customizable tension sails to meet the specific needs of your space, whether you’re a hotel aiming to create shaded relaxation areas, a pool deck in need of stylish sun protection, or a park requiring versatile coverage.
Our tension sails are designed to blend seamlessly with any environment, providing both practical shade and striking architectural appeal.
ShadeFLA’s tension sails are engineered to stay in place, regardless of the weather. These sails are fixed securely to structures and carefully balanced to prevent the kite effect – where wind causes the sail to lift and flap uncontrollably.
With this tension system, our sails stay firm and steady, avoiding sagging or water accumulation. This ensures your outdoor space remains functional, even during rain or wind.
ShadeFLA’s tension sails provide more than just shade; they offer excellent protection from the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays. Made from specialized shade cloth, our sails block the majority of the sun’s harmful rays while allowing air to flow through.
This means your guests can enjoy the outdoors safely and comfortably without worrying about sunburn or exposure. In addition, our sails offer shelter from light rain, ensuring that your space is functional even when the weather isn’t perfect.
Sails can be either triangular or hypar-shaped. A hypar, or hyperbolic paraboloid, has four corners, two attached to high points and two attached to low points. When the sail is tensioned, there is a twisting effect so the sail takes a unique shape (like a Pringle)! The sails are made from shade cloth that is specially designed to block the sun’s UVA and UVB rays while allowing air to pass through.
Sails may be attached either to columns or to wall attachments. The immense tension force in the sails requires larger than normal supports. Typically, columns will be 10” in diameter, use Schedule 80 steel, and require a 6’ to 10’ footer. Depending on the exact size of the sail, columns may be as large as 24” in diameter. Wall attachments can only be used if the wall has a steel frame. We can also design a custom steel frame with cantilevered arms or a square frame shape.
⅜” marine-grade stainless steel cable is used to tension the perimeter of the sails. For large custom structures, guy wires may be used in addition to columns to tension and stabilize the structure.
Every space is different, which is why ShadeFLA offers tension sails in custom sizes to fit your needs. Our sails can reach lengths of up to 55 feet and can be tailored to suit any project. Whether you’re covering a small terrace or a large pool deck, we ensure the perfect fit.
For more information: Call 305-759-7423 or e-mail info@ShadeFLA.com
Contact us now at 305-759-7423 or email info@ShadeFLA.com to get started on your custom tension sail project.