The measures of the sail
The indicated sizes refer to the distance between the rings of the correctly tensioned sail.
We always indicate the "size under tension", that is the definitive measure that the sail takes after approx. 14-21 days after assembly.
Concavity and measures in the center of the sail
All shade sails have a slightly concave shape. This concavity of the sides ensures that the tension applied to the corners optimally reaches the center of the sail.
Due to the concave shape, the sail is slightly narrower in the center.
For example, a 16x16' square Solaria sail has 4 sides of 20' and is almost 4 inches narrower in the center (corresponds to a concave indentation of almost 2 inches on each side).
Distance between the anchor point and the angle of the sail
Please provide approx. 0.5 - 1 ft clearance from each sail corner to the associated anchorage point.
This distance is essential for proper tension of the sail.