How to Make a 4-Sided Shade Sail
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With a 4-sided shade sail, it’s entirely possible to transform any outdoor living area from drab to fab! Custom shade sails provide a relaxing seating area as well as create a stylish ambiance that helps to define what may have felt like a rather lackluster patio or deck. In our in-depth tutorial, we’ll show you how to sew and install your very own 4-sided (quadrangle) shade sail.
For starters, you can use our fantastic fabric calculator to help you figure out what you will need for your particular shade sail in terms of both fabric and hardware. While this tutorial will teach you how to create your own 4-sided shade sail, you can also refer to our blog “How to Make Shade Sails” (300183XHT) if you’re interested in making 3-sided (triangle) shade sails. No matter which shape you choose, you’ll be pleased to know that the hardware can be interchanged between 3-sided and 4-sided shade sails when attaching them to posts or buildings.
Fortunately, Sailrite offers a variety of shade fabrics that make for durable, resilient shade sails. We recommend using Parasol™ or Polytex®, which are made of 100% high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and promise dimensional stability, minimal fraying and great sun protection. Inherently resistant to mold and mildew, these lightweight fabrics are available in a number of colors to best match your outdoor décor. If you’d like to learn more about what makes Parasol and Polytex excel in the world of shade sails, we would highly recommend perusing the blog “How to Choose a Shade Fabric” (300380XHT). This will allow you to make the most informed decision when choosing a fabric for your new shade sail.
Not only does Sailrite® supply all the tools, supplies and instructions needed to make custom sail shades, but we also have exactly what you need to revamp every aspect of your patio. So go ahead and get creative, and don’t forget to share a photo of your finished shade sail in the comments below!