The ideal solution for every situation. Each sail is unique - tailored to the customer’s needs.  SHADESIGN offers top quality in every category. Thanks to our highly trained specialists’ many years of experience, sun sails enjoy the reputation of being outstanding in terms of quality, accuracy of fit and know-how.

A sun sail offers the most individual way to protect yourself from the elements. In addition to the practical use as sun, rain or privacy protection, our sun sails offer another decisive advantage over conventional sun protection systems, such as awnings or umbrellas. Because hardly any other product combines the sophisticated look and practical use as a shade sail from SHADESIGN.

Our sun sails are masterfully handcrafted and designed for use throughout the gardening season from the beginning of May to the end of September.

Wir bei SHADESIGN blicken auf 40 Jahre Know-how bei der Fertigung von Sonnenschutzlösungen zurück, ein Team ausgebildeter Fachkräfte arbeitet kontinuierlich daran, für jede Anforderung das optimale Sonnenschutzprodukt bereitzustellen. Auch im komplexen Bereich technischer Tuchmanufaktur sind wir führend und bieten hohe Qualität, eine sehr große Stoff- sowie Designauswahl und passgenaue Maßanfertigungen.

Wir produzieren unsere Segelprodukte mit Begeisterung und in meisterlicher Handarbeit, damit sie vom Frühjahr bis zum Herbst die perfekten Begleiter für Ihre unbeschwerte Outdoorsaison sind.

Neben ihren hervorragenden Eigenschaften als Sonnen-, Regen- oder Sichtschutz begeistern unsere Produkte vor allem mit der gelungenen Kombination von Funktionalität und Design. SHADESIGN Sonnensegel werden aus einer Vielzahl unterschiedlicher Gewebematerialien in jeder erdenklichen Form und in Größen von bis zu 100 m² maßgefertigt. Maßgeblich für die Gewebeauswahl sind die gestellten Ansprüche: Soll das Segel als bloßer Sonnenschutz eingesetzt werden, der bei Wind und Regen demontiert wird? Oder wird es auch als Regenschutz verwendet?

Konfektion von Sonnensegeln geeignet sind. Weitere Informationen, etwa über alternativ geeignete Stoffe und die richtige Befestigung, gibt es im Fachhandel.

Stability

Depending on the requirements for the sun sail, there are differences in its attachment and assembly. Therefore, the requirements for material, assembly and fastening a sun sail that is permanently installed during the entire gardening season (May - September) are correspondingly higher than for a sail that is used exclusively as a shade.

Fastening for sails that are used all year round (textile structures) and large sun sails for public facilities should always be calculated by a structural engineer.  If properly installed, the standard-sun sail is designed for long-term continuous use from May to September. Nevertheless, we strongly advise you to dismantle the sail in case of bad weather or hail to be on the safe side.

 

Shapes

SHADESIGN sun sails can be made in any imaginable shape. Standard sun sails are made flat. This means that the sails cannot be mounted as oppositely curved surfaces (three-dimensional - with different high points). After consultation, we will be happy to offer you three-dimensional sails or textile roofs.

 

Processing

A SHADESIGN sun sail is made of high quality and UV-stable materials. You can choose from (Airtex) polyester, acrylic and (Soltis) PVC-coated fabrics as well as others.

You can also choose between different versions of the attachment points and the edge processing. Basically, all edges are hollow-cut (curved) and reinforced with a strap sewn into the hem. In this way, the tensile force that acts on the fastening point of the tensioned sail is distributed over the entire sail. The basic rule is that the hollow moulding (or curve depth) is approx. 6% of the edge length.

With very large sails, it is advisable to work a sheathed steel cable into the hem instead of webbing. We only use stainless steel wire cables, which are assembled at the highest quality level in order to guarantee complete safety.

SHADESIGN sun sails can be made from a variety of different materials. What matters is what demands are made on the sail. Should it be a pure sun protection that is dismantled in wind and rain?  Does the sail remain in constant use from May to September? Should the sail serve as rain protection? Regarding fabrics, we have made a pre-selection of those that are best suited for manufacturing sun sails. We would be happy to advise you individually on selecting alternatively suitable materials and make an offer.

In all technical fabrics for outdoor use, crease marks that arise when installing a sun sail are unavoidable. These are formed by shifts in pigment which, viewed in transmitted light, act like streaks of dirt, but cannot be avoided according to the current state of the art, especially when installing sun sails. They in no way affect the fabric's function, tear protection or water resistance.

Tensioning

The simplest way to tension a sail is to put a nylon line knotted at the corner points over a pulley (block) on a cord holder. Tension quality depends on the pulling force of the person concerned. Sails can be tensioned easier and stronger with our mast crank system. It is best to tension larger sails with a high-quality pulley system and bring them into their final position with a stainless steel shroud tensioner.

Important: The pull should act exactly on the middle (angle bisector) of the fastening point to be tensioned, otherwise one edge will be overstretched while the other edge becomes wavy due to insufficient tensile force.

 

Control

If a sail sags due to insufficient tension or too small a slope has been taken into account (at least 30% (= 18 degrees)), rainwater can collect in the sail and form water bags. This overstretches and irreparably damages the sail fabric. Wall anchorage and/or columns can even break. For this reason, we recommend that you spray the sail extensively with a water hose after completing installation and, if necessary, remove any water pockets that may have formed by tightening the tension or re-assembling.

 

Notes on sun sails

• After installing the sail, it is advisable to observe its behaviour in wind and rain with increased attention. We also strongly advise you to remove the sail early in the event of a storm.
• Installation should only be carried out by specialist companies.
• On new sails, water can enter through the seams. After a short time, the seam holes are closed by dirt and dust particles.
• The best way to clean sails is with the MF awning cleaner, which you apply diluted with a sponge and rinse off with clear water. Alternatively, conventional detergent can be used.
• Make sure your sail is completely dry before you store it over the winter, otherwise mould stains will occur which will negatively affect its appearance.

Wherever people are outdoors, the question of sun protection is becoming increasingly important. For example, kindergartens, playgrounds, outdoor pools, restaurant terraces, beer gardens, etc. can hardly do without sensible sun protection. Thanks to our experience in designing and executing large sun protection projects, we are the right partner for planning and implementing your projects. Regardless of whether the sails are for indoor use, ceiling sails and non-flammable sails according to DIN 4102 A2 etc. - we offer the right product.