This green shade net provides approximately 60–70% shade for plants, balconies, rooftops, terraces and other outdoor areas. It reduces the amount of direct sunlight reaching the covered space while its open mesh allows air and water to pass through.
Made from woven polyethylene, it is a practical choice for protecting home garden plants from intense afternoon sunlight and creating a cooler shaded area over pots, grow bags or seating spaces. It can also provide partial screening around balconies and terraces without completely closing the area.
Main Features
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60–70% shade: Reduces strong direct sunlight without creating complete darkness
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Open mesh: Allows airflow and rainwater to pass through
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Ready-cut sizes: Choose from several fixed dimensions for small or large spaces
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Multiple uses: Suitable for plants, balconies, rooftops, terraces and outdoor sitting areas
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Simple installation: Can be attached to a suitable frame, railing, hooks, poles or support wires
Available Sizes
The shade net is supplied in ready-cut sizes rather than by the running metre. Select the required width and length from the available options. The displayed price changes according to the selected size.
Measure the complete area before ordering. If the available size is slightly larger than the space, the extra material can be folded at the edge during installation. For wider areas, separate pieces can be joined over a shared support.
For Plants
The net is useful over vegetables, flowers, herbs, seedlings and potted plants that suffer under intense sunlight. It can help reduce leaf scorching and rapid moisture loss during hot weather while still allowing ventilation around the plants.
A 60–70% shade level may be useful during the strongest summer heat, especially on exposed rooftops and west-facing balconies. Plants still need enough natural light, so observe their growth after installation. Move the net higher, shorten the covered period or increase light exposure if plants begin stretching or producing weak growth.
Keep the net above the plants instead of allowing it to rest directly on leaves and shoots. Leave enough space for air movement and future plant growth.
Home Uses
- Covering pots and grow bags on sunny rooftops
- Reducing afternoon sunlight on balconies and terraces
- Creating shade over seedling trays and young plants
- Providing partial screening around balcony railings
- Covering small outdoor sitting or gardening areas
- Reducing direct sunlight around a home nursery setup
This is a breathable shade net, not a solid roof sheet or waterproof tarpaulin. Rainwater can pass through the openings, and it does not provide complete protection from rain, dust or strong wind.
How to Install
- Measure the width and length of the area before selecting a size.
- Prepare a stable frame, railing, support wire or suitable fixing points.
- Spread the net evenly without pulling it excessively.
- Secure the edges at several points so the load is not concentrated in one place.
- Check the installation after wind or heavy rain and tighten any loose fixing points.
A slight slope can help water move away instead of collecting in a low or sagging section. Avoid attaching the entire weight of a large piece to only one or two points.
Care Tips
- Check ropes, hooks and support points regularly
- Remove trapped leaves or branches before they add weight
- Rinse accumulated dust with clean water when needed
- Allow the net to dry before folding it for storage
- Fold or remove it before severe storms if the supporting structure is not designed for strong wind
- Keep sharp metal edges away from the mesh
FAQs
Can two shade net pieces be joined?
Yes. Place both pieces over a shared support and overlap the edges slightly before tying them separately. Supporting the joined section helps prevent the connection from carrying too much tension.
How high should the net be above plants?
Keep enough space for the plants to grow without touching the net. The exact height depends on the plant, but the covered area should remain open enough for air to move around the leaves.
Can it provide privacy on a balcony?
It can provide partial screening when attached around a balcony railing, but the open mesh does not create complete privacy like a solid curtain or sheet.
What should I do during strong wind?
Check that the edges are tied at several points and that the supporting frame is stable. Fold or remove the net before severe wind if the installation is temporary or the supports are not strong enough.
How should I clean and store it?
Rinse off dust with clean water and let the material dry fully. Fold it without placing sharp tools or heavy objects on top, then store it in a dry place away from direct heat.
