{ "id": "shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat", "sku": "shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat", "title": "90% Wheat Shade Cloth, 6 x 16 ft", "slug": "shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat", "price": 170.99, "currency": "AUD", "availability": "in_stock", "category": "upholstery-fabrics", "category_label": "Upholstery Fabrics", "tags": [], "colors": [], "materials": [], "dimensions": null, "weight": "0.91 kg", "images": [ "https://fabricshop.au/dropship-images/upholstery-fabrics/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat/main-shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat.jpg", "https://fabricshop.au/dropship-images/upholstery-fabrics/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat-3.jpg", "https://fabricshop.au/dropship-images/upholstery-fabrics/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat-4.jpg", "https://fabricshop.au/dropship-images/upholstery-fabrics/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat-5.jpg", "https://fabricshop.au/dropship-images/upholstery-fabrics/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat-6.jpg", "https://fabricshop.au/dropship-images/upholstery-fabrics/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat-7.jpg", "https://fabricshop.au/dropship-images/upholstery-fabrics/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat-8.jpg", "https://fabricshop.au/dropship-images/upholstery-fabrics/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat-9.jpg" ], "description_short": "Breathable knitted fabric provides up to 90% sun shading, with reinforced edges and grommets for attachment.", "description": "An outdoor table can be in the right place for everything except the afternoon sun. A pergola may have a useful frame but leave too much light coming through. On a porch, the problem might be low sun reaching in from the side rather than sunlight overhead.\n\nShade cloth gives you a way to address those gaps without choosing a solid roof. This panel is a long rectangle of breathable knitted fabric, with a listed shade level of up to 90%. It is designed for sun shading, not for keeping rain out.\n\nThe key is matching the panel to the space. Before choosing it, look at the sun's path, measure the area and decide how you will support the cloth.\n\nWhat this shade cloth offers\n\nThis is a 6 x 16 ft panel in wheat, with listed metric dimensions of 4.88 m by 1.83 m. Its long shape is worth noting. It may suit a narrow pergola bay or a stretch of porch, but it is not a square canopy.\n\nThe maker describes the material as knitted high-density polyethylene, often shortened to HDPE. Air and water can pass through the fabric. The edges are taped for reinforcement, and aluminium grommets run around all four sides, including the corners.\n\nTwelve bungee balls are included. These give you attachment options, but they do not replace the need for a suitable supporting structure. Posts, a frame and site-specific mounting hardware are not listed as included.\n\nWhat the 90% shade figure means\n\nThe stated figure is up to 90% sun blocking. It describes a high level of shade, but it does not promise complete darkness or the same result in every setting.\n\nLight can still enter from the sides. Nearby walls and paving can reflect sunlight into the area. A panel fitted high above a table will cast a different patch of shade from one hung closer to the space being covered.\n\nThere is also no certified UV protection rating in the maker's description. Do not read the shade percentage as a UPF rating or as a reason to stop using other sun protection. Think of the panel as one part of making an outdoor area more usable.\n\nBreathable fabric is different from a roof\n\nA solid cover and breathable shade cloth solve different problems. This fabric lets air move through its knitted structure rather than closing off the area with a continuous sheet.\n\nThat can be useful when your main aim is to reduce direct sunlight while keeping an open-air feel. However, there is no measured temperature drop supplied for this product. The weather, surrounding surfaces and airflow will all affect how the area feels.\n\nWater also passes through the mesh. The maker states that the panel is not water resistant, so furniture and other items beneath it still need suitable rain protection. If a dry outdoor dining area is your main goal, this is not a substitute for a weatherproof cover.\n\nMeasure the space you want to shade\n\nStart with the usable area, not just the frame above it. If you want to shade a table, note where the chairs sit when people are using them. If the aim is a deck shade cover, consider the part of the deck you actually spend time on.\n\nThen compare those measurements with the 6 x 16 ft panel. Check both directions. A long rectangle may cover the length of your space while leaving more of its width exposed than you expected.\n\nAllow for the way the panel will attach to the structure. Do not assume a cloth and frame with matching dimensions will connect without any planning. The maker does not provide grommet spacing or a recommended attachment gap, so confirm those details if your fitting depends on precise positions.\n\nWatch where the sun moves\n\nA quick look at the space at midday may not tell you enough. Visit it during the hours when the sun causes the most trouble.\n\nFor overhead midday sun, a pergola shade cover may be the useful option. For low afternoon sun, a vertical porch sun screen may address the problem more directly. The maker describes both overhead shading and hanging screen uses for this panel.\n\nMark the shadow you need rather than guessing from the brightest spot on the ground. A little time watching the area can prevent buying a panel that fits the structure but misses the seating when you need it most.\n\nCheck the supports before fitting\n\nThe reinforced edges and grommets provide attachment points. They do not establish whether an existing railing, pergola or post is strong enough for the installation.\n\nCheck the condition of the supporting structure first. Loose rails, damaged timber and uncertain fixings need attention before a fabric panel is attached. If you are unsure about the structure, ask a suitable installer.\n\nThe maker gives no wind-load rating for this shade cloth. Even breathable fabric needs careful thought in an exposed position. Do not assume that letting air pass through makes wind irrelevant. Get advice for your location, especially where the panel would sit above people or near neighbouring property.\n\nPlan around the included bungee balls\n\nThe maker includes 12 bungee balls, which is useful information when planning your fixings. It does not state the exact number or spacing of the grommets.\n\nLay out an attachment plan before installation. Look at how the reinforced edges will meet your supports and whether extra suitable hardware will be needed. Avoid pulling the panel hard just to reach a fixing point that is too far away.\n\nInspect the finished setup before using the area beneath it. The cloth should not be forced against sharp edges, and attachment cords should not create a hazard. Follow any manufacturer fitting instructions provided with the item.\n\nChoosing wheat for an outdoor space\n\nThis is wheat shade cloth. The colour is a practical choice to consider alongside the shape and shade level, rather than a reason to overlook them.\n\nUse the images to judge whether it fits the look of your outdoor area. Screen settings and lighting can change how fabric colours appear, so an image should be treated as a guide rather than an exact colour sample.\n\nFor a pergola, think about the frame and nearby walls. For a hanging panel, remember that you may see a much larger area of fabric at eye level. It helps to picture the full rectangle in place, not just a small colour swatch.\n\nUsing it as a privacy screen\n\nThe maker suggests the panel for hanging privacy applications, including porch and balcony railings. That makes it worth considering when direct views into a seating area are part of the problem.\n\nStill, a balcony privacy shade made from mesh is not the same as a solid wall. Visibility can change with the viewing angle and the light on either side. Do not assume complete privacy after dark or under every condition.\n\nCheck any building or tenancy rules before attaching fabric to a balcony. Also make sure the panel will not interfere with safe access, railings or other required clearances.\n\nOther uses need their own checks\n\nKennel shade is another listed use. If you are planning that setup, keep the cloth and its cords beyond the animal's reach. Shade does not replace drinking water, ventilation or separate protection from poor weather.\n\nGarden use needs a different check. A high-shade panel is not automatically right for every plant. Match the amount of shade to the plant's light needs before choosing 90% shade fabric for a growing area.\n\nThe same approach applies to any outdoor shade panel. Start with the job it needs to do, then check the size, light level and support needs. A listed use is a starting point, not proof that every setup will work.\n\nCare for the fabric and fixings\n\nThe maker describes garden-hose cleaning. Rinse away loose dirt and avoid harsh scrubbing, especially around the knitted fabric and reinforced edges.\n\nThe maker gives no machine-washing instructions. There is no need to guess at a wash cycle when a simpler cleaning method is stated. If further care information comes with the product, follow it.\n\nLet the panel dry before folding it for storage. Before putting it up again, inspect the fabric, edge tape, grommets and bungee cords. Regular checks are sensible for outdoor equipment, particularly after conditions that may have put extra strain on the installation.\n\nThe short version\n\nChoose this panel when you need a long, breathable shade cloth with grommets, a wheat finish and up to 90% sun blocking. Its listed size is 6 x 16 ft, and 12 bungee balls are included.\n\nMeasure first, watch the sun and check your supports. Choose a different type of cover if waterproof shelter is the main requirement. Getting those basics right matters more than the shade percentage alone.", "llm_summary": "The 90% Wheat Shade Cloth is a rectangular outdoor shade panel measuring 6 x 16 ft, with listed dimensions of 4.88 x 1.83 m and a weight of 0.91 kg. The maker's details describe knitted high-density polyethylene fabric that blocks up to 90% of sun while allowing air and water to pass through. It has taped reinforced edges, aluminium grommets at the corners and along all four sides, and 12 included bungee balls. Suggested uses include pergola, patio, deck, porch and kennel shading, plus hanging privacy screens. It is not water resistant. Grommet spacing, wind rating, country of origin and a certified UV protection rating are not specified by the maker.", "returnable": true, "return_policy": "Voluntary 14-day change-of-mind returns for fabric that is unwashed, uncut, unused and in its original packaging, buyer pays return postage; Australian Consumer Law consumer guarantees for faulty goods. Return postage on faulty goods is ours.", "shipping_profile": "standard", "warranty": null, "brand": "Fabric Shop Company", "gtin": null, "mpn": null, "condition": "new", "url": "https://fabricshop.au/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat/", "canonical_url": "https://fabricshop.au/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat/", "json_url": "https://fabricshop.au/api/products/shade-cloth-90-percent-wheat.json", "updated_at": "2026-11-11" }