Custom Sun Shade SailsIf you are looking to transform your backyard into an outdoor oasis, you should consider looking into installing a custom shade sail.  Custom sun shade sails can be made in a variety of shapes and sizes.  It is not recommended to make very large custom sun shade sails unless you have a very solid foundation.  Large custom sun sails require a big foundation.  The larger your sails, the more uplift that the wind is going to create.  If you can imagine how a boat sail gets wind in it a shade sail will do the same thing.  This uplift can cause stress on your foundation, posts, etc.  If you do not have the proper foundation you may run into problems.  It always best to consult with an engineer before installing any custom sun shade sails.Custom sun shade sails are also available in a variety of materials for you to choose.  The two most popular and commonly used fabric types are shade cloth and Sunbrella.  Shade cloth is also known as mesh cloth.  Sun sails are typically made from shade cloth.  This cloth is porous and allows air and a small bit of water to go through it.  Sunbrella custom sun shade sails are becoming a very popular alternative.  Sunbrella is a solid cloth that does not allow water to pass through.  It is always important to install your Sunbrella custom sun shade sails at an angle so that water will run off properly.  The general rule of thumb is to allow 20 degrees of slope for every 10 feet of length.  Shade sails are also available in a variety of colors.  ReadyMadeShadeSails.com uses Polytex mesh fabric that comes in variety of colors such as Sage, Dark Green, Aqua Blue, Dark Blue, Sandstone, Terracotta, Porcelain and White.  Sunbrella custom sun shade sails are available in colors such as Toast, Beige, Terracotta, Forest Green, Jockey Red or even White.