garden shade cloth

Product listings advertise UV protection ranges from roughly 50% shading up to about 95–98% UV blockage, depending on the item.

Care instructions in the listings emphasize simple cleaning such as a quick rinse with a hose and note 'washable' designs. Some items also highlight fade resistance. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions included with your product for best results.

Examples from the listings include light HDPE shade fabric around 45 gsm, heavier shade fabric at about 185 gsm, and landscape/weed-barrier fabrics sold in weights listed as 2.4 oz and 3.2 oz for specific roll options.

Common durability features shown include heavy-duty woven construction, triple-stitched seams, anti-aging or UV-stable compositions, reinforced edges and corner loops, robust grommets, and claims of tear- or weather-resistance.

High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is commonly used for shade cloths and sun sails; weed-control ground fabrics are typically woven polypropylene. Some listings also show polyester and nylon options.

Shade fabrics advertise UV protection ranging from about 50% up to 95–98% (some listings note 97–98%). They’re marketed for patios, decks, gardens, pools, greenhouses, and landscaping. Weed-control fabrics are designed to block sunlight while allowing water and air to pass.

Weed-control fabrics are sold in rolls (examples include 3 ft × 300 ft and 3 ft/4 ft/6 ft × 100 ft). The listings show fabric weight options such as 2.4 oz and 3.2 oz for those roll sizes.