Guides & Tips

How Long Should a Flag Really Last? What to Expect and How to Make It Last Longer
How Long Should a Flag Really Last? What to Expect and How to Make It Last Longer
A question we hear a lot at The Shade & Flag Shoppe is how long a flag should last before it needs replacing. It is a fair question, and the... Read more...
Custom shadecloth materials including grommets, aluminum mounting rail, and turn buttons
Materials we use in the Construction of our Products
What Your Shadecloth Order Is Actually Made OfEvery custom shadecloth order that leaves our shop is built from the same handful of materials, and I'd rather you know exactly what... Read more...
How to Measure a Deck for a Custom Shadecloth Rollup Kit
Measuring a deck or porch for a shadecloth rollup kit isn't hard, but it's the one step where mistakes actually cost you. This post walks through exactly how to measure your opening, why turn button and grommet styles get measured differently, what to do if your posts aren't quite square, and a few things people get wrong that lead to a remake. If you're ordering a custom rollup kit, read this first. Read more...