Introduction
Add shade without the interference of a post with the Hanging Cantilever Shade. One of the worst parts of having a shade are the posts. It immediately creates a hazard that inattentive people might walk into. By moving the support to one side, the problem is solved.
Venues for This Shade
The off-set design is excellent for areas that need a post safely out of the way. A restaurant can create an original look with the posts reaching in over a fence creating a well-shaded hollow underneath. Pools often end up with bizarre open corner spaces. Hanging Cantilever Shade can fill out the corners while placing shade right where it is needed. Even bleachers can be difficult to cover, especially those that are smaller. The rectangular shape covers more of the bleachers at once.
Day cares and preschools can provide shade with the support outside the main play area. The fear of a child running to a support is taken away once it is removed from the main area. While Hip Shades can cover a larger area, most toddler and preschool playgrounds tend towards the smaller size making them fit under a smaller shade. The lean-in nature of the post also helps to create the necessary 6-foot use zone around play equipment.
Benefits of Using a Shade
Adding a shade is designed to protect. Most people are familiar with using a shade to protect their skin from UV rays, but seldom recognize that it does the same for anything under it. UV rays fade colors and weaken materials over time. The overall cost of maintenance can be reduced over time by taking steps to cut down on direct sun exposure on equipment.
Sealed Engineer Drawings
Some shades may require additional structural information, drawings and specs. Playground Outfitters offers Sealed Engineer Drawings for an added cost from our manufacturer. Shades, as commercial structures, are held to building codes. This makes getting a permit to install one a necessity. For those shades going into areas that are prone to hurricane strength winds, stringent city codes, or heavy snow loads, it is recommended to apply for these Sealed Engineer Drawings for each shade to make for a quick and painless approval process.
Materials
The Hanging Cantilever’s hardy commercial grade materials makes it last. The frame is made up of powder coat painted steel tubes. Each tube is affixed to the next creating seals that keep the elements out. The PTFE Fiber fabric minimizes UV rays but it is resistant to fraying and water damages.
Colors
Before placing an order, take the time to peruse the color options. Each powder coat paint color is rich and vibrant with a full depth of color. Choose from standard colors in bright to neutral hues or select one of the matte finishes for a refined look. The fabric comes in a variety of colors as well. They range from flowery to woodsy in tone. Both powder coat paint and fabric are UV stabilized for a look that lasts.
Also Check Out
For a similar variation, check out our Cantilever Umbrella.
WHY SUPERIOR SHADE?
We’re so glad you asked! Superior Shade offers exceptional quality shade structures for nearly every outdoor application. Their extensive product line provides creative solutions and unique designs to help shield your guests from the sun, rain, and other elements. Check out a few key features and benefits:
Coastal Communities
Superior Shade's framework is designed to withstand wind gusts of up to 150 mph when the fabric is removed
Long-Lasting Fabric
UV stabilized fabric is raschel-knitted and resistant to shrinking, fading, rotting, fraying, abrading, and unraveling
Building Code
Safety first! Superior’s team of highly qualified engineers ensures every shade structure meets local building codes
Block UV Rays
Shade fabrics are able to block up to 99% of the sun’s harmful UV rays, depending on your selected color
Stay Cool
Superior's fabric shade solutions can reduce the temperature of your outdoor space by as much as 25-30 degrees
Superdurable
Superdurable powder coat finish is one of the best in the industry, paired with zinc-rich primer for extra strength
Need more reasons to choose Superior Shade? Take a closer look at these special design features:
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Framework resists winds up to 90 mph w/ fabric (150 mph without)
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Glide Elbow allows for quick and easy release of the shade’s fabric
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Structures are free of sharp corners and edges for added safety
WARRANTY
- Lifetime* Warranty on playground steel and recycled posts, all stainless steel hardware, c-line fittings, and aluminum post caps
- 20-Year Limited Warranty on Steel Shade Structure
- 10-Year Limited Warranty on Shade Fabric
- 5-Year limited Warranty on Site Amenities, cables, and nets
- 1-Year Limited warranty on moving parts and materials not covered above
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Column Color:
Almond, Ash Gray, Beige, Black, Blue, Bronze, Brown, Burgundy, Butterscotch, Champagne, Dark Green, Fox Hollow Gray, Green, Harbor Blue, Light Green, Metallic, Mountain Spruce, Orange, Patrician Bronze, Periwinkle, Red, Royal Purple, Sky Blue, Spring Green, Starlight, Streak Blue, Tudor Brown, White, Yellow
Fabric Color:
Beige, Brown, Brunswick Green, Cayenne, Cream, Forest Green, Latte, Lime, Midnight, Mint Green, Navy Blue, Pearl Onyx, Purple, Rivergum Green, Silver, Sky Blue, Steel Gray, True Blue, Turquoise, Yellow, Sunblaze, Cedar
Spec sheets available in all sizes upon request.
Hanging Cantilever Shade 8' Height Specs - 20L x 20W