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White Sun Sail Shade

6 years ago
Do the white block the sun just as good as a black? Which cooler gives the coolest effect. I want them to cover a walkway to plant shade loving plants.
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  • PRO
    6 years ago

    The darker the color the less UV will penetrate thru the fabric. As to temperature the cloth does not stop the flow of air so there is not an increase in temperature underneath the sail.

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