How To Keep Schools & Playgrounds Protected From UVR
Posted by Polyfab on January 12th, 2021
Something all parents should be looking out for is exposure to ultraviolet radiation. As kids love to play outside, it’s important to ensure that they aren’t spending too much time directly in the sun as its ultraviolet rays can potentially be dangerous. That’s why Polyfab is proud to create the most high-quality shade cloth available for schools, the Comshade Xtra. Fantastic for playgrounds and schools, this is the best shade protection that can be bought and will make sure all children are safe while playing.
Understanding What UVR Block Is
Polyfab knows how enticing Australia’s beautiful weather can be. After all, who doesn’t want to take full advantage of a nice day and spend it outside? With that said, you must be responsible when outside and that means protecting children and yourself from ultraviolet radiation. Plenty of health issues can be linked to ultraviolet ray exposure including serious eye issues and skin cancer in addition to aging your face due to leathery skin and wrinkles. That’s exactly why you will want the best shade protection available.
To make sure you are purchasing the best shade cloth, you will want to take a look at its UVR block percentage. UVR block is how the effectiveness of shade cloths is measured. The higher percentage means the better shade protection it offers as more radiation is filtered out. You will always want to choose the shade cloth with a better UVR block rating as it will ensure that everyone stays safe from the dangers of ultraviolet radiation.
The Australian Standard for Knitted and Woven Shade Fabrics’ Protection Categories
The Australian Standard for Knitted and Woven Shade Fabrics has three protection categories for ultraviolet effectiveness. The most basic allowed category is effective, which is when its ultraviolet effectiveness is between 80 and 90.9%. Very effective is then between 91 and 94.9%, while the most effective mark is above 95%.
Polyfab’s Comshade Xtra Shade Cloth Is Perfect for Playgrounds
Our most popular shade cloth for schools is the Comshade variety. This is due to it being incredibly safe with a 99.7% UVR block. When dealing with children, the safest option is always best, and it allows for kids to play outside without any worries about how UV ray exposure will impact them. Our shade cloth also is very strong and has been used in many covered outdoor learning areas.
Polyfab’s Comshade Xtra shade cloth is heat set, so you can expect it to lay flat and it won’t curl when cut or sewn. The fabric measures four metres, which means it is great for any medium or large-sized environment that requires shade protection like a playground or schoolyard. Our shade cloth is made to last as well, so it’s an investment that will last your organization.
If you want to get the best shade cloths that Australia has to offer, then ring us today at +61 3 9770 8480 or email us at sales@polyfab.com.au. There is nothing we take more seriously than safety and all of our products have been rigorously and independently tested to ensure its quality.
