Elite Canopies
99.9% UV protection through tinted polycarbonate while keeping the area bright.
Ideas
Shade for kids' play areas
New Zealand's UV is strong, and children play outside in the middle of the day. A covered play area keeps them out of the worst of it without sending them indoors.
What works best
Metal Pergola
A solid metal roof gives complete shade over sandpits and play equipment.
Deck
Composite decking has no timber burrs or splinters and is flame-retardant.
Things to plan for
- Put the shade where children actually play - usually over the sandpit or play equipment, not the lawn.
- Keep climbable structures away from fences around pools.
- Low-maintenance surfaces mean no annual oiling around play areas.
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Compare and explore
- Opening louvre roof vs fixed canopy
- Metal pergola vs aluminium canopy
- Sunroom vs canopy
- Composite (WPC) decking vs timber
- Opening louvre roof vs metal pergola
- Clear vs tinted polycarbonate roof panels
- Attached vs freestanding pergolas and canopies
- Covers for spas and hot tubs
- Roofs for outdoor kitchens and BBQ areas
- Carports and vehicle shelters
- Covering an existing deck