Frequently Asked Questions

  • We are a local Austin company that installs innovative products and solutions which enhance indoor and outdoor living spaces. We predominantly install Sail Shades, Café Lighting, and Outdoor Fans in residential and light commercial settings. Sail Shades can be used for sun protection, debris protection, aesthetics and/or privacy from neighbors.

  • Whether you need a simple shade over your vehicle or a custom outdoor living space with multiple sail shades, café lighting, and integrated fans, we can help.

    Since 2013, we've completed over 1,000 sail shade installations and continue to refine our craft with every project. We combine form and function to create outdoor spaces that are both beautiful and practical.

    Every consultation is a collaborative process designed around your goals, preferences, and vision. Every installation is an opportunity to bring that vision to life with professionalism, expertise, and attention to detail.

  • Patios, Roof Decks, Driveways, Pools – almost anywhere you need shade. The real challenge is having the right parts, tools, and expertise to install them with high tension – balanced across all edges – for maximum wind stability, longevity and aesthetics.

  • Most sail shades provide 92–96% UV protection, regardless of color. UV protection is determined by the fabric's weave density, while shade factor varies by color, typically ranging from 78–90%.

    Cream is our most popular color because it provides excellent sun protection while allowing more natural light to filter through. It's an ideal choice for installations near windows or homes where maintaining brightness indoors is important.

  • To maximize the lifespan of your sail shades, we recommend removing them during the winter months. While rare, ice and snow in Central Texas can place additional stress on the fabric, hardware, and support poles.

    We’re happy to show you how to remove and reinstall your shades yourself, or you can take advantage of our seasonal winter removal and spring reinstallation services. Contact us for more information about these service options.

  • Typically no. The majority of all Sail Shades (ours included) are semi-permeable, which means water will pass through them in heavy rain. They are engineered this way to prevent standing water and to dry quicker after rain.

  • We install only commercial-grade, heavy-duty sail shades featuring solar-resistant thread and reinforced perimeters designed for high-tension installation. When properly installed, these shades provide years of reliable, attractive shade coverage.

    Unlike many light-duty shades sold through big-box retailers and online marketplaces, our sail shades are built to withstand tension and wind exposure. Proper tension is essential for durability, performance, and long-term appearance.

  • We offer a selection of pre-fabricated sail shades in square, rectangle, and triangle shapes, available in our four most popular colors: cream, beige, gray, and forest green. This is our most cost-effective option, starting at approximately $8 per square foot, including cabling and tensioning hardware. Poles and installation are priced separately.

    For greater design flexibility, we also offer custom sail shades in virtually any size or shape, with more than 20 color options available. Custom sail shades typically start at approximately $14 per square foot.

  • We have an assortment of pole options to fit different scenarios. The default look of the poles is raw steel which acquires a patina (rust) finish over time. This is very popular in urban settings. However many of our customers located outside the city say “Why would I want a pole that looks rusty?” so we have galvanized pole options (can be painted black), as well.

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