looking for shade ideas for setting sun

[SamsIam]

Our yard is aligned east/west and the ~5pm sun setting makes it a bit of a challenge when sitting outside. I am looking at mounting some kind of drop shade on the last rafter of my cover but not sure what I should look at. I was wanting to get something about 10'-15' wide that can lower 6-8'. Originally I kind of made an assumption of a Wicker type material but got to thinking the shade screen type may be better. Any thoughts are appreciated.

 

[Texas Splash]

Once upon a time when I was in that situation, I got some drop-down shades form Home Depot. They were made of something that looked like bamboo I think, and came in various widths and unrolled lengths. I hung them up and let them drop down when I was outside in the late evening. They weren't too expensive as I recall so they didn't break the bank, and if they ever got damaged I wasn't too upset. The main thing about drop shades like that was to make sure I didn't leave them down all day or night in the event a strong wind storm passed through. If I needed something more permanent that could handle the wind, then I opted for something like a lattice material (I like the composite stuff you can paint) or a screen fabric that comes pre-made or that I can frame.

 

[SamsIam]

I found this. Just need to see if I can do them without vertical tracks
Large Heavy Duty Outdoor Solar Shades | North Solar Screen

 

[Arizonarob]

I found this. Just need to see if I can do them without vertical tracks
Large Heavy Duty Outdoor Solar Shades | North Solar Screen

Here in AZ everyone has those types of shades. Another thing you can do also is a simple curtain rod, and some outdoor curtains. You can push them off to the sides when not in use.

 

[SamsIam]

thanks! on a side note - just got back from a week at Lake Powell. awesome

 

[rphpool]

Saw these at Costco
SunSetter EasyShades

 

[Arizonarob]

Saw these at Costco
SunSetter EasyShades

I was looking at those the other day. I like the fact they are solar powered.

 

[SamsIam]

Saw these at Costco
SunSetter EasyShades

Thanks, these look less expensive than what I found. I am definitely checking into these.

 

[rajung]

Do a search for Coolaroo shades.
I have about 8 of them for 2 decks.
They are super light, great material. and very reasonable price, the roll up with a crank/ pole

 

[SamsIam]

Do a search for Coolaroo shades.
I have about 8 of them for 2 decks.
They are super light, great material. and very reasonable price, the roll up with a crank/ pole

interesting. i do want the automated option though. these i may have to retrofit. may be worth it though.

 

[bmoreswim]

+1 for Coolaroo. We have 2.