If you spend a lot of time outdoors but want protection from harmful UV rays and pleasant shade, there are several options: party tents, pergolas, awnings and more. A shade sail is an ideal choice for sunny afternoons on the terrace. Patio awnings and shade sails offer several advantages and are available in many shapes and sizes.
Patio Canopy: Privacy and Sun Protection
A patio canopy is a taut fabric structure that creates a decorative shaded area on the terrace. Its greatest advantage is that it can provide sun protection over larger outdoor areas. Compared with ordinary umbrellas or party tents, this sun-protection system is larger and casts more effective shade. It offers good protection from harmful UV rays and is used on playgrounds, terraces, around swimming pools and in other outdoor spaces.
Patio Canopy and Balcony Design
The shade sail has many uses for different occasions. You can attach it to the house, to the terrace structure or even to trees in the garden. It is easy to install and can be removed depending on the season. This decorative shade looks chic and gives each outdoor area a modern character. Many people create attractive effects by combining sun sails in different styles and sizes. When folded away, the shade sail takes up very little space.
Triangular shade sail for the beach
Canopy covering larger areas
Over the garden pond
Canopy in the garden
Triangular canopy fixed to the house
Outdoor seating – white color scheme pink 
Makeshift tent
Protection from sun and views
Shadow in the garden to eat and drink 
Shade above the dining table
Anna Lohan
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My wife and I recently got finished building a patio, so we might need to get an awning soon. I like that you mention how they are ideal for sunny afternoons and can protect you from harmful UV rays. I want the kids to be protected when playing outside, so this sounds like a great investment.