http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics en-us Mon, 25 May 2009 22:35 GMT http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/shade_sails_renewable_energy In recent years New Scientist has highlighted the emerging technology of Solar Cell Fabrics, a fabric with embedded photovoltaic (PV) cells which generate electricity when exposed to light. 05 July 2010 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/shade_sails_renewable_energy http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/melbourne_heatwave_survival_ti Summer is almost upon us and some are saying it could be the hottest yet. Melbourne is one of the hottest cities in Australia during summer. So here are some tips about surviving another Melbourne heat wave. 22 October 2009 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/melbourne_heatwave_survival_ti http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/how_long_does_shade_sail_insta We often get asked how long it takes for Shade Sails to be installed. The answer is it varies, but here is a general guide. 11 October 2009 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/how_long_does_shade_sail_insta http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/heritage_and_shade_sails Shade Sails are striking modern structures, but that doesn't preclude them from being used in heritage areas. In fact when done well, they can really complement and highlight the heritage features of a place. 28 August 2009 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/heritage_and_shade_sails http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/shade_sail_prices_pricing_cost The question of the Cost of Shade Sails and Shade Sail Prices can be a hard question to answer due to the fact that there are so many different types and sizes of shade sails and ways of installing them and your location. However it is the burning question so we'll try to give you a brief guide. 12 August 2009 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/shade_sail_prices_pricing_cost http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/waterproof_shade_sail_solution Waterproof Shade Sail Solutions are popular during Winter months. 03 August 2009 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/waterproof_shade_sail_solution http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/recycling_shade_sails 1800SHADEU is helping to reduce landfill with our steel, PVC and Polyethelene recycling program. 24 July 2009 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/recycling_shade_sails http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/shade_sails_in_storms_and_extr Gale force winds and a big storm recently lashed Melbourne's suburbs. In case you're wondering if Shade Sails can cope with a barrage of extreme weather, the answer is it depends. 06 July 2009 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/shade_sails_in_storms_and_extr http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/beat_the__summer_rush It's that time of year again .... brrrr .... winter is back. But just as winter comes around every year, so does summer, and if last summer is anything to go by it is going to get hot. If you are thinking about a shade solution for next summer then now is the time to act ! 12 June 2009 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/beat_the__summer_rush http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/bunnings_shade_sails_and_diy Bunnings is typically the home of most DIY stuff in Australia but the first thing to note is that Bunnings don't really specialise in Shade Sails. So I thought we'd look at the pros and cons of DIY and Bunnings Shade Sails. 05 June 2009 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/bunnings_shade_sails_and_diy http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/shade_sail_safety We take Shade Sail Safety very seriously. Although the industry has had some bad press of late, Shade Sails are safe when used properly. 29 May 2009 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/shade_sail_safety http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/custom_vs_pre-made_shade_sails A few tips to make the choice between custom and pre-made Shade Sails easier. 28 May 2009 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/custom_vs_pre-made_shade_sails http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/shade_sail_installation_tips Some helpful tips for installing a Shade Sail or shade structure. When installing a Shade Sail it is advisable to install posts first ... 18 May 2009 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/shade_sail_installation_tips http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/modulus_of_elasticity Modulus of Elasticity is this week's term. We're running this blog about some of our industry jargon, helping you to understand things a bit better. 01 May 2009 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/modulus_of_elasticity http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/turnbuckle We thought we'd run a blog about some of our industry jargon, helping you to understand things a bit better. This week's term is turnbuckle. 01 May 2009 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/turnbuckle http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/history_of_tensile_shade_struc Did you know that the history of Shade Sails can be traced back thousands of years but that modern sails are uniquely Australian ? 11 February 2009 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/history_of_tensile_shade_struc http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/shade_sails_australia Shade Sails Australia 15 May 2008 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/shade_sails_australia http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/sun_cover Want to know what Sun Cover ? Read on. 14 February 2008 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/sun_cover http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/sun_sails Want to know what Sun Sails are ? Read on. 14 February 2008 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/sun_sails http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/the_biggest_shade_sail_job_eve Giant shade sails have been suggested as a solution to protect the Great Barrier Reef from global warming. 26 July 2006 http://www.1800shadeu.com.au/shade_blog/general_shade_topics/the_biggest_shade_sail_job_eve