IKNAS Heavy-Duty Knitted HDPE Shade Cloth

IKNAS provides professional-grade HDPE Shade Cloth manufactured from high-tensile, 100% raw high-density polyethylene.

Engineered over a meticulous two-year research and testing period, this specialized fabric provides nearly equal elongation properties in both warp and weft directions under tension—making it the ultimate solution for tension structures, shade sails, and high-wind environments.

Specifications

• Primary Use: Sun protection, heat reduction, and UV blocking for outdoor structures

• Material: Premium Knitted High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)

• Standard Roll Lengths: 50m and 100m (Custom cut lengths available)

• Width Range: 1.8m up to 6m depending on density

• Special Finish: Heat-set (stentered) for maximum dimensional stability

• Airflow: Highly breathable porous weave

Available Density Tiers

• “VLG” (Very Light Shade) — 110gsm: A combined knitted and woven hybrid textile. Best for high-light environments that only require minimal edge taking. Available in 0.91m, 1.83m, and 3.66m widths (Green).

• “L” (Light Shade) — 196gsm: A full knitted shade textile. Great for standard agricultural and architectural covers. Available in 2m (Light Green) and 1.83m or 3.66m (Light White).

• “MG” (Medium Shade) — 240gsm: A heavy-weight full knitted shade textile designed for aggressive sun blocking and cooling. Available in 2m and 3.66m widths (Green).

Key Benefits

• Perfected Tension Elongation: Uniquely designed to stretch equally in both vertical and horizontal directions without warping, ensuring smooth lines and no sagging when pulled tight on a steel frame.

• Controlled Dimensional Stability: The fabric undergoes a rigorous heat-setting (stentered) process after knitting to lock the fibers in place, guaranteeing the roll won’t shrink or stretch out of spec after installation.

• Mould & Mildew Immunity: The synthetic HDPE fibers are entirely non-porous and non-organic. They will not rot, absorb water, or support the growth of mold or mildew even in humid environments.

• Aggressive UV Guarding: Effectively reflects and blocks harsh sun rays while remaining highly breathable to allow hot air to escape from underneath.

Applications

• Tension & Canopy Structures: Perfect for crafting custom shade sails, awnings, and large commercial umbrellas.

• Daily Shading: Ideal for outfitting carports, residential patios, and pergolas.

• Horticulture & Greenhouses: Suitable for controlling the temperature and light exposure over sensitive crops in commercial agricultural setups.