Shade sails require a considerable investment, which goes without saying, regular cleaning and maintenance should not be overlooked if you want to ensure its longevity. While shade sails are built tough and come with a warranty, regular maintenance can certainly help in keeping it in tiptop shape.

Shade Sails Cleaning Materials

The great news is, when it comes to cleaning your shade sails, you don’t need any fancy equipment or professional help for that matter. However, cleaning shade sails may take a bit of time so it is a good idea to prepare everything you need before you get started.

Here are some items you want to keep close at hand:

• A large bucket
• Water hose
• A large space to spread your shade sails
• Soft-bristled scrub brush
• Dishwashing soap
• An assistant
• Time

When cleaning shade sails, it is critical that you make sure children and pets are not in the area as it can easily turn a simple routine cleaning into a disaster. Here are the steps for cleaning your shade sails: 

• Start by removing your shade sails. You will most likely need some assistance to take the shade sails down safely. 
• Lay your shade sails on the ground and carefully stretch them out but make sure not to over-stretch.
• Fill your large bucket with water and dish soap. 
• Using low pressure, hose down the entire surface of the shade sails from top to bottom. You just want to remove some debris and ensure it is all wet. No need to use too much pressure on this job. 
• Using a soft-bristled scrub and your soapy water, start scrubbing your shade sails starting from the top to bottom.
• Once you have finished scrubbing the entire surface, use a hose to wash off the soap
• Allow your shade sails to thoroughly dry. Never hand it up while wet as the water can weigh down the sails and damage it. 
• Once its try, you can put it back up. 

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