Maximise your outdoor living with unique all-weather shades designed and made in Australia.
Set in the picturesque Adelaide Hills, Summertown is famed for its vineyards, apple and cherry orchards, and market gardens growing wonderful produce such as strawberries and rhubarb.
With a population of less than 1000 residents, it is the quintessential country township nestled in a rolling landscape of fields. Originally conceived as a retreat from the hot temperatures in Adelaide (hence its name), Summertown retains this feature with a variety of bed & breakfast-style accommodation throughout the area.
For people who own property there, this lovely setting provides the perfect backdrop for weekends away from the city or a permanent country dwelling. And for the owners of “Summertown Residence”, their lovely home offers unspoilt views across the stunning landscape, with an elevated outdoor deck providing a fabulous entertaining space. But for a deck with a view, there are two important considerations to maximise use of the space: protection from the elements for year-round enjoyment, and the ability to connect with nature by keeping the view accessible.
To do this, the owners installed the Shaderunner, a unique retractable sail system made in South Australia by a family-owned business. Developed from more than 50 years of sailing experience and the precision needed for yacht sails, the Shaderunner is manufactured from a range of rigorously tested fabrics that are as durable as they are stylish, designed to withstand high-traffic applications and the demands of the harsh Australian climate. Combining the highest-quality yachting fittings with a robust yet lightweight sail canopy, the Shaderunner is easy to operate and suits a wide variety of applications.
A fully retractable shade system that is fast becoming one of Australia’s biggest success stories, the Shaderunner provides controllable shade as required. In the warmer months or during hotter times of the day, the Shaderunner Retractable Shade System can be extended to provide UV protection and welcome shade. In the cooler months, the Shaderunner can be retracted back to maximise winter sun and solar gains. And by selecting a waterproof fabric, these systems can also be deployed for rain protection, enabling year-round use of the deck.
At “Summertown Residence”, two fully retractable shade systems were installed, extending from the house out over the deck and supported by an existing timber pergola. While most Shaderunner systems are made from a durable polyester mesh fabric for shade protection, these two systems were manufactured using waterproof PVC fabric for all-weather protection from both sun and rain. This lightweight PVC is translucent and offers good light transmittance even on overcast days, while the waterproof PVC fabric has a PVDF lacquer coating on the top to help with cleaning and maintenance.
With motorised operation an option, the two Shaderunner systems installed at “Summertown Residence” are controlled manually using an endless draw cord for simplicity of operation. The Shaderunners glide effortlessly along the wires via a series of ball-bearing yachting pulleys, providing a durable and dependable retractable shade solution.
The specific qualities of the Shaderunner enable it to be utilised for a multitude of applications, from the smallest domestic setting right up to large commercial projects such as sports venues, wineries, aquatic parks and hotels. The unique design of the Shaderunner system enables large areas to be spanned and protected without the need for an extensive support structure, including an existing or purpose-built pergola, between walls or fascias, or on support posts.
With the addition of the Shaderunner Retractable Shade Systems, the owners of “Summertown Residence” now have the benefit of controllable shade and all-weather protection on demand, maximising year-round use of their outdoor space. To find out how this product can maximise outdoor living in your home, get in touch with Shaderunner Australia today. With distributors available in each state, Shaderunner is available throughout Australia.
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