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SHADE SAILS . . .Visual & Functional.
* The uniqueness and
beauty of the sails has everything to do with the shapes and cantenary CURVES of
perimeters of the sails. The larger the sail - the larger the curve in the
center.
*
Sails can be overlapped for continuous coverage or spaced apart for partial sun
exposure.
* Sketches
we provide are design
concepts ONLY and are often not to scale. Engineer and PE Stamp drawings are available for a
nominal fee.
* Custom Shade Sails
allows for flexibility and creativity. If our drawings spur additional design
ideas your own, please do not hesitate to share them with us.
ESTIMATES . . .are exactly
that!
* The purpose of the
drawings & estimates are to give you a “ballpark” price range for your shade
project and to share ideas of potential design options.
*
Sails are priced based on material grade and total linear footage of sails.
* The actual cost of a
sail cannot be determined until point-to-point measurements are taken which
occurs after hardware & columns have been installed.
* The number of corners
determines the amount of stainless steel hardware that will be needed for
attachment points. The more corners, the more hardware, and the more labor
involved.
* Whenever possible,
our designers try to limit the number of steel columns used, and when used -
maximize by using a single column for multiple attachment points.
* Important - Sails can
be sized according to your budget. For example, if we need to reduce cost of
project, we can adjust the size of the sails themselves.
* Your Shade Sail
project can also be done in phases adding sails as budgets permit.
PRODUCTS. . Nothing but the
BEST!
* Our sails are made of
a high-density polyethylene fabric that is treated with UV stabilizer that
protects you – and the sails themselves. Life expectancy of the
fabrics has a range from 8-10 years for Custom Sails and 5-7 for Ready-Made Sails.
* Our Custom Sails have
a stainless steel cable throughout perimeter of sail (different than other
sails!) and have been tested to withstand up to 80 mile an hour wind speeds.
* We use marine grade
stainless steel for all of our hardware that is warranted for 1 year and has a
life expectancy of 8 to 10 years.
* The standard columns
are 12 feet in length, made of galvanized steel, are schedule 40 and 4 inch in
diameter. The columns arrive on-site sanded and painted with a primer. They can
later be painted the color of your choice. Sails design may require
non-standard, upgraded steel columns.
* Footings for the
columns are made of high-grade cement for filling a standard four-foot deep
hole.
PROCESS . . .
Estimated project timeframe ranges 4 to 6 weeks depending on sail type.
(SOONER if using our Ready-Made precuts sails)
* First step
is scheduling a site visit by one of our Sails experts. Execution of the Service Agreement and payment of the deposit (50%)
outlined in the agreement. Site visit fee ($75-$100) includes
measurements of area to be shaded, and drawings of design ideas.
*
Once design is selected, the next step is
execution of the Service Agreement and payment of the deposit (50%)
outlined in the agreement.
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Installation begins with steel columns installed along with hardware for
attachments points.
* Then
point-to-point measurements are taken for each sail, color choice
recorded, and your order is expressed to Australia for fabrication.
* Fabrication
can take anywhere from 2 to 4 weeks depending on season & workload “Down
Under”.
* Once Sails go
through customs and Ultimate Shade receives shipment, we will schedule a
final appointment rig your shade sails! Final payment is due at this
time.
FOR YOUR PROTECTION:
* Make sure you
are dealing with an Arizona Licensed Contractor with K-03 or C-03
rating!!! Ultimate Shade operates under Desert-Sails Contractors License is ROC219862. We are also
Members in Good Standing of the Industrial Fabric Association
International (IFAI), AIA-American Institute of Architects, AZ Hotel &
Lodging Associates, AZ Restaurant & Hospitality Associations.
* For best
quality for your investment, check to make sure sail material is at
least 185gsm and has rating
for “bursting force” and lists “fire standards”.
* Make sure the
hardware being used is marine grade stainless steel AND that the
Custom-Made sails have stainless steel cabling throughout the perimeter
which promotes longer life (less stress on material) and withstands
higher wind speeds.
* Installation
of poles must adhere to the “1/3 under grade” rule meaning at least 1/3
of the steel column must be buried underground in a cement footing to
protect against uplift sails experience.
* Customers are
responsible for any/all involvement with HOA or Planning Commissions.
* Once
you have selected a design an Ultimate Shade Service Agreement will be
provided for your signature outlining details of your Shade Sail
project.
* Any/all
changes to original design or agreement require a change order & new
signatures. A change fee will apply.
We are excited about your project. Let’s us
know when you are ready to set sail !
Your Sail Mates,
Ultimate Shade
Alternatives (USA)
5869 S. Kyrene
Road, Suite 19
Tempe, AZ 85044
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