Your backyard beckons when the sun is out, but it’s tough to enjoy it during peak heat. If your patio, deck, or backyard doesn’t get much natural shade, there are plenty of ways to keep cool and make ...

Everyone is looking for some backyard shade these days, and the latest sun protection is a tensioned fabric canopy called a shade sail. Versions of these canopies originated in the 1990s in Australia ...

Shade sails provide a cool and safe place for students during recess to participate in physical education classes or after-school activities, crucial to the overall educational experience. Shade ...

Shade has always been a precious thing in the desert, but with increased energy costs and heightened environmental concerns, it's more valuable than ever. And there's a relatively new way to beat the ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. With the sun out and temperatures on the rise, it’s time to ...

October 2025 — As the demand for personalization continues to redefine modern living and business environments, Incustom, a global manufacturer of custom shade solutions, unveils new insights into how ...

With the sun out and temperatures on the rise, it’s time to start planning a summer of garden parties, barbecues or just whiling away the weekend outside under the sun. You may be on the hunt for new ...

This is branded content. Shades are an excellent way of connecting exterior and interior spaces and extending living areas in both commercial and residential spaces. A well-designed external space can ...

Q Have you any ideas for backyard shade other than the traditional table umbrella? We have a small but very sunny backyard, and I’d like to be able to cover a kids’ play area and picnic table. Thanks ...

If you’re interested in spending more time in the yard this summer, but need to increase your shaded areas to make it more cool and comfortable, a shade sail might be for you. Unlike a roof, a shade ...