There are many reasons you may want to look into buying a shade canopy for your patio area. Your patio can be a great place for you, your pets or the entire family to relax and enjoy. However, on sunny days many patio areas become too hot to use. Below I'll discuss several of the best reasons you should consider buying a shade sail or canopy for outside your home.

Shade canopies are great for shielding your patio from rain or direct sunlight. Many people have transformed a previously inhospitable backyard into a pleasant place by installing a sun cover. Some of the areas that could benefit from a sun shade are gardens, kids play area, deck, pool, barbecue, or pet pens. In addition these types of covers can provide you with extra privacy from nearby neighbors or busy streets. Considering how close modern homes are too each other creating a sense of privacy in your yard is very important.

Some canopies can decrease the heat underneath them by up to one third. They also are quite attractive and can actually feel like they increase the square footage of your home by providing extra usable space. Many realtors point to the addition of a sun shade as a way to improve the overall aesthetics of a home. Sun shade canopies can transform a barren patio or backyard space into space into something you'll love.

Protecting and shielding you from high winds is another benefit of installing a shade. Some people even attach them above a part of their pool area to provide relief from direct sunlight. Whatever your reason for wanting a shade canopy you'll find they definitely increase your backyards appeal. You may even find yourself spending more time in your yard, patio or garden because of how much more comfortable it's become.