Backyard shade needed
This is our backyard in Denver Colorado. The backyard faces west and looking to get some afternoon shade from the hot summer sun. I drew a couple of options on where to place a shade structure. An umbrella for the table would ruin the vibe, it's too windy and we're not responsible enough to put it down every night. We would like to purchase the sunshade for a more permanent option.
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la_la Girl
2 months agoThat would be a big improvement for sun control - i would get a pro installer personally - (in a more protected location i might feel more comfortable with a DIY install)
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zoey z
2 months agoarcy_gw
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PROBeverlyFLADeziner
2 months agoCOSTCO sells retractable awnings.
https://www.costco.com/awnings.html
Amazon sells retractable awnings also.
fnmroberts
2 months agoOur patio is oriented SW. Before the trees grew there were valances on the pergola and umbrellas in use too.
Once lived in Lakewood CO so know your tree selection there is somewhat limited.
vinmarks
2 months ago
WestCoast Hopeful
2 months ago
PROclt3
2 months agoWe installed this one from Costco. My husband and I put all of the pieces together (and we have no experience) and a friend came with 2 other guys and they erected it.
ginatay124
2 months agoWe live not far from you and so far we’ve found these cantilever umbrellas on a wheeled base to be the most practical shade option for us. They can be tilted almost vertical for the evening sun and the wheels allow them to be re-positioned as the sunset moves from south to north during the summer. We have three of them. However, we are religious about putting them down when we aren’t around and keeping them covered so the sun doesn’t rot them. This will be our third summer with them:
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