Education Shade Structures

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Education Shade Structures

Custom Designed for Your Space

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Shade Structures

For Schools & Early Learning Centres

Through clever engineering design, the team at Lidgard have a range of shade structures that serve unique and tailored settings where a traditional shade sail installation doesn’t quite fit the bill.

Weather Protection

Our shade solutions are designed to withstand New Zealand’s harsh weather conditions, offering reliable protection from the sun, light rain, and wind.

Flexible Outdoor Spaces

Our shade structures provide adaptable shade coverage for various outdoor settings, creating the perfect balance of shade and openness.

Custom Designs

Our expert team combines innovative design with high-quality materials to create tailored shade structures that perfectly match your environment.

At Lidgard, we offer fully custom-made shade structures designed to fit spaces where traditional shade sails may not be suitable. Our expert team uses innovative engineering to create tailored solutions that provide maximum coverage, durability, and seamless integration with your environment. We specialise in a variety of custom shade solutions, including architectural umbrellas, wave shades, and single-post or hyper shades, ensuring a perfect fit for any space. Whether you need shade for schools, playgrounds, commercial spaces, or unique outdoor areas, we design and manufacture structures that enhance comfort and protection. With a range of materials, colours, and designs available, our custom shade structures deliver exceptional strength, weather resistance, and long-lasting performance.

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Colour Selection

Choose from a varitety of fabrics and colours.

The right colour can transform your outdoor space into the perfect environment for relaxing or entertaining. Lidgard Shades premium Commercial 95 fabric range is designed to seamlessly blend your outdoor living with hardwearing materials and stunning colour options.

Our high-performance fabrics are celebrated for their exceptional durability, vibrant hues, and timeless patterns. These fabrics are backed by a UV warranty, ensuring long-lasting beauty and performance in even the harshest conditions.

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Crafted for Performance and Protection

Our custom shade structures combine innovative design and superior durability, offering a practical and visually striking solution for commercial and outdoor spaces. Designed to withstand New Zealand’s harsh climate, our structures are engineered using high-performance, UV-stabilised materials that provide exceptional protection against harmful rays, excessive heat, and harsh weather conditions.

From architectural umbrellas and wave shades to single-post and hyper shades, we create tailored solutions that seamlessly integrate into your environment. Fully customisable in size, design, and colour, our shade structures enhance both functionality and aesthetics, making them the perfect choice for schools, playgrounds, commercial spaces, and unique outdoor areas. Backed by a comprehensive warranty, our shade solutions ensure long-lasting performance and peace of mind.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Shade Structure Specifications

As an industry leader, Lidgard has been making shade sails in New Zealand for 20 years. Our motto: “Do it once, do it right!”

Fabrics

Offering the highest overall UV block out mesh, dimensional stability and are fire retardant. For water proof shade sails, we use top quality, lightweight pre-tensioned architectural PVC materials
Thread Type

UV stable PTFE Thread
Fixings

Marine grade 300-series stainless steel.
Posts

Galvanised Steel or Timber
Weather

Rated to withstand wind forces up to Gale force
Warranty

5 year warranty on workmanship; a 10 year warranty on materials

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about our shade structures.

What types of shade structures do you offer?

We offer a range of custom shade solutions, including architectural umbrellas, wave shades, single-post shades, and hyper shades, designed to suit various outdoor spaces.

Do your shade structures provide UV protection?

Absolutely! We use high-performance, UV-stabilised fabrics that provide excellent protection against harmful UV rays and excessive heat.

What materials are used in your shade structures?

We use premium-grade fabrics, galvanised steel, and aluminium to ensure long-lasting durability and superior performance in all weather conditions.

How do I get a quote for a custom shade structure?

Simply contact us with your requirements, and our team will provide a tailored quote and expert guidance for your project.

Are your shade structures compliant with New Zealand building regulations?

Yes, all our shade structures are designed and installed in accordance with New Zealand building and safety standards.

Are your shade structures custom-made?

Yes, all our shade structures are fully customisable in size, shape, colour, and design to meet the specific needs of your space.

Do you provide installation services?

Yes, we offer professional installation to ensure your shade structure is securely fitted and built to last.

Are shade structures waterproof?

While most of our fabrics provide shade and UV protection, we also offer waterproof options for year-round coverage.

Do your shade structures come with a warranty?

Yes, all our shade structures are backed by a comprehensive warranty for peace of mind and long-term durability.

Can shade structures withstand New Zealand’s weather conditions?

Yes, our structures are engineered for durability, designed to handle strong winds, heavy rain, and intense sun while maintaining their strength and appearance.

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Interested in an shade structure? Contact us for a no obligation free consultation and quote

Call us at 0800 543 4273 or email info@lidgardshades.co.nz

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