The edges of these panels are sewn with heavy-duty reinforcing tape. Brass grommets are installed on approx. 2' centers around the perimeter. Often includes a seam where two pieces of shade have been sewn together. Durable, easy to install with ropes, bungees or wire. Most durable solution for smaller areas where shade will be suspended between four points. Grommeted panels are sold in pre-cut sizes or can be ordered in any custom size.
A raw piece of shade fabric where edges of panel are not reinforced with any tape or grommets. Would not typically have a seam but may have a raw (cut) edge. Can be installed with wiggle wire, shade cloth clips or wooden lath. Precut Panels are sold in pre-cut sizes or can be ordered in any custom size.
Sold in factory widths by the linear foot. Would only rarely have a seam and sides typically include a factory finished (uncut) edge. Most cost effective solution for large quantities of shade fabric.
Adding shade is the easiest way to cool any structure. In a greenhouse, shade cloth can significantly lower your summer cooling costs by increasing the efficiency of your existing cooling system. The Pre-Cut Knit Shade Cloth Fabrics can be easily installed in or over your greenhouse structure, suspended over your lawn or garden area, or installed over your patio or pergola.
The Pre-Cut Knitted Shade Cloth is made from 100% UV stabilized polyethylene. Its unique lock stitch, unfinished edge construction allows customers the ability to cut the fabric with scissors without further unraveling.
Clip-It Shade Cloth Clips recommended for use. Does not require factory installed grommets for installation.
| Density | Plants |
|---|---|
| 30% | Asters, Chrysanthemums, Geraniums, and Snapdragons |
| 40% | Bedding Plants*, Gloxinias, Herbs*, Iris, Lilies, Vegetables* |
| 50% | Bromeliads, Ficus, Orchids (Dendrobiums, Epidendrums, Vandas) |
| 60% | Orchids (Oncidiums, Phalaenopsis) |
| 70% | Ferns, Orchids (Cypripediums), Philodendron |
| 80% | Ginseng |
| 90% | Aglaonema |
| * Various | |
When hanging shade cloth pieces larger than 100 sq. ft., you may need extra center support to prevent the cloth from sagging in the middle. One easy way to do this is by running lightweight cable from corner to opposite corner, forming an X pattern that the cloth can rest on. For pieces larger than 400 sq. ft., you may need cables running end to end every 4' or so.
Our deck is so much cooler using this cloth over the deck! It reduces the heat on the deck and in the house. Put up with wiggle wire. Now we have a livable space out doors!
