Protect your garden plants, seedlings, and beds while allowing light and airflow. Quick and easy to install using your preferred Coolaroo tools.

What You’ll Need

• Coolaroo Garden Shade Cloth
• Measuring tape
• Scissors or a Coolaroo Shade Cloth Cutter

Optional Coolaroo Accessories

• Timber Fasteners & Timber Studs – for attaching to wooden frames or garden posts
• Tie Wraps – for securing shade cloth to fences or trellises
• Butterfly Clips or Round Clips – for easy corner and edge attachments
• Lacing Cord & Needle – for joining pieces or making custom tension points

1. Measure Your Garden Area

• Measure your garden bed or frame.
• Allow extra fabric for securing.
• Install with a slight slope to help water run-off.

2. Cut to Size

• Trim with scissors or the Coolaroo Shade Cloth Cutter.
• Knitted fabric will not fray.

3. Attach to Garden Supports

• Use Coolaroo Timber Fasteners on hardwood timbers and Coolaroo Timber Studs for on softwood posts.
• Use Coolaroo Tie Wraps, Coolaroo Butterfly Clips, or Coolaroo Round Clips for fences, trellises or temporary installs.
• For custom joins, use Coolaroo Lacing Cord & Needle.

4. Secure & Tension

• Space fixings evenly around the edge for even tension.
• Fix one corner first, then the opposite corner.
• Place a fastener every 300–500 mm along the perimeter for even tension.
• Pull the fabric taut but do not overstretch.

Coolaroo fabrics are designed for simple care that keeps your purchase looking fresh over time. Simply rinse with a garden hose to remove dust and pollen. Use a solution of mild detergent and water for more stubborn spots. Apply the solution with a sponge or a very soft brush. Let the solution stand on the fabric for 10 minutes and then rinse thoroughly with water from your garden hose. The naturally mildew-resistant fabric dries quickly and maintains its color integrity even with regular cleaning. When not in use, secure or store away in a cool, dry place to extend the life of your investment.