On many properties in Braunschweig, the problem is not a lack of space, but rather the lack of protection from the open summer sun. At the same time, wind can pick up speed across open neighboring areas. A shade sail should therefore provide ample shade without requiring haphazard improvised mounting.
Shade sails for open gardens and terraces
Detached houses offer several potential wall attachment points, but not every corner leads to a favorable pull direction. Often, a more stable construction is achieved by using two points on the building and two solid posts. This way, the area beneath the sail remains fully usable.
Plaster, insulation, railings, extensions, or exposed masonry are not automatically suitable anchor points. Before taking final measurements, you should therefore determine where the tensile forces can be safely transferred into the structure. If a load-bearing point is missing in the right spot, an additional post can be the cleaner solution.
Configure custom shade sails directly
Once the mounting points and the desired shaded area are determined, the sail can be configured directly online.
Material for shade or weather protection
HDPE is open-pored and suitable for airy shade. PU-coated polyester is waterproof; on open areas, gradients and controlled water drainage must be planned very carefully. In the event of a storm, even a well-installed sail should be taken down.
Those who primarily want shade and air circulation are usually well served with HDPE; rain can drain through the fabric. If a dining or guest area needs to remain usable during a shower, waterproof polyester is an option. In that case, the gradient and water drainage must be determined from the start.
Wind loads determine the construction
The fabric, fittings, posts, and foundations form a system. The strongest carabiner is of little use if the post gives way or the wall plate is installed in the wrong substrate. Before planning, read our guide on shade sails in wind and storms.
Taut does not mean tightened ruthlessly
The sail should be tensioned evenly. Tightening individual corners with maximum force while others remain loose distorts the fabric and puts uneven stress on the connections. A systematic approach to re-tensioning is more important than raw force.
Typical areas of application in Braunschweig
- Open garden plots
- Terraces at detached houses
- Play and pool areas
- Commercial recreational areas
On private terraces and in gardens, the focus is usually on a clearly defined seating or dining area. For catering establishments, daycare centers, or businesses, there are footpaths, multiple users, and often several sails involved. In Braunschweig, therefore, we do not simply cover the entire outdoor area, but rather shade the areas that are actually used.
Buy UNICOVR custom shade sails
Shape, dimensions, and extras are selected online. In addition to rectangles, squares, and triangles, trapezoids and straight free-form shapes are available. The fabric size is only determined once the mounting points, including the tensioning distance, have been planned.
Configure your UNICOVR shade sail now and see the price directly
For the order, you must first record the mounting points, side lengths, and, for four-sided shapes, the diagonals. The necessary tensioning space is then taken into account. The actual fabric dimensions are what you enter – not simply the distance between the anchor points.