Are Shade Sails in Arizona Waterproof?

Not all shade sails are waterproof as some of them are made of cloth fabric. But there are waterproof shade sails in Arizona which are ingrained with a wide number of beneficial features.

Waterproof shade sails offer protection against harmful UV rays and also keep your patio, garden and other outdoor areas dry in the rain. 

​Generally shade sails were made of cloth which explains why it gets drenched in the rain. Although it offers UV protection, these sails could hardly withstand the vagaries of nature. Water proof shade sails were thus developed to provide protection against the elements of nature. 

Water proof shade sails 

Waterproof shade sails are made of PVC which provide the necessary protection against rain. Apart from PVC, plasticizers are also used in these shades so that it is flexible and easy to handle. These shade sails are durable and strong. It has the ability to withstand any type of climatic condition. It is UV resistant with extra strength and durability.  Be sure to check out our Shade Sail materials page for details on the fabric types, colors and UV block rates.

Waterproof shade sails are an excellent choice for all types of outdoor activities as it provides protection against harmful rays and keeps the area beneath the shade clean and dry. It is therefore widely used in most of the commercial parking areas, residential car parks and so forth.  Standard shade sails (many from Amazon, Home Depot or Lowes) are affordable but are NOT waterproof nor sun proof as it is made from cloth and other cheap materials and will quickly deteriorate in the Arizona heat!

To conclude, not all shade sails are waterproof but you will find shade sails supplied and installed by us are completely waterproof and sun proof. We even back them up with a 10 year manufacture warranty! (how cool is that?)

If you are interested in shade sails for your home or business be sure to give us a call - we offer free on-site estimates and will help plan out the perfect shade structure for you!