Now THAT is a retractable canopy! Wow! Genius use of harnessing and hooks! Also this project is a perfect way to hide a F-22 from pesky unfriendly sats above. Just saying. :)
@@thestevemontano lol, yeah the harness and hooks are fantastic. Quick deploy and quick retract as well as removable ability so they don’t sit in the wet building up Molde when they’re not spread out. This shade structure is brilliant at hiding many things, but the one that I found it most valuable for hiding, the intense sunrise of 120° day. Next, I’m going to install a fruit punch fountain, lol. Stay tuned.
@@cannha912 awesome, one suggestion I would recommend is to use quick links. I just was working on mine yesterday and one of the things that I’ve noticed is that the grommets are a very soft metal, and as they rub back-and-forth against the wire, it eventually wore through my grommets. My solution is just to add quick links as an in between of the wire and the shade structure. This also allows me to very quickly remove the shade during the winter, especially if you’re in a snow year climate. Either way, the system is amazing and I’m glad you enjoyed it.
@@sarahrunsfar yes, super simple idea that you could do with a variety of different base options that are less rustic than the ones that I have here, but nonetheless, the overall concept is super simple and something anyone could do in an afternoon.
Yes, it can work on a small scale or large scale. But both are super easy to do and very effective. As always, thanks for commenting and watching the video.
I wonder could you apply this to a clear tarpaulin cover. We live in a very windy area and our previous polycarbonate roof simply snapped, I think sonething retractible might be a better option. Primarily is for providing a waterproof area, we get so little sun, really dont want to block it 😂
Hey, thanks for commenting and for liking the video. If you’re thinking of using a clear tarp, I’d say the biggest challenge would be handling rain or moisture accumulation. A clear tarp could sag in the middle under the weight of pooled water, which could put a lot of stress on your system and potentially cause it to fail. You also mentioned it’s quite windy in your area. A clear tarp material might act like a sail, catching the wind and creating additional force that could lead to damage or failure. Let me ask-since you’re in an area with limited sun, it sounds like you want something that allows sunlight to pass through but can also handle moisture, right? There’s another technique you could consider that’s more robust for these conditions. I’ve seen systems where they use U-channels or unistrut with trolleys. The tarp is supported by dowels (1 to 1.5 inches thick) running across the width, creating a retractable system. You could use a lighter tarp material that allows light to penetrate while providing some protection from rain. While it won’t be completely waterproof, it’s a sturdier and more versatile option for both light and moisture. Let me know if you want me to expand on that idea or help you brainstorm further!
That’s a great question. I initially checked local, but I wasn’t able to find what I wanted in the specific size that I needed. What I ended up doing is going to Amazon and ordered it from there. If you look down in the description, you’ll see where I’ve added it. That will at least take you to the link of the one that I got. They also come in a variety of different sizes all the way from 6.5 feet times 10 feet up to 20‘ x 20‘. Lotta great options there.
Now THAT is a retractable canopy! Wow! Genius use of harnessing and hooks! Also this project is a perfect way to hide a F-22 from pesky unfriendly sats above. Just saying. :)
@@thestevemontano lol, yeah the harness and hooks are fantastic. Quick deploy and quick retract as well as removable ability so they don’t sit in the wet building up Molde when they’re not spread out.
This shade structure is brilliant at hiding many things, but the one that I found it most valuable for hiding, the intense sunrise of 120° day. Next, I’m going to install a fruit punch fountain, lol. Stay tuned.
Best idea for a DIY shade I've seen so far! Will replicate this, haha! Thank you so much for this!
Awesome, glad you liked it! You’re going to love it!!! Thanks for commenting!
That’s genius. Love it. The structure is huge.
Right, it turned out great. For minimal cost.
Thanks! This will be perfect for my garden.
@@cannha912 awesome, one suggestion I would recommend is to use quick links. I just was working on mine yesterday and one of the things that I’ve noticed is that the grommets are a very soft metal, and as they rub back-and-forth against the wire, it eventually wore through my grommets. My solution is just to add quick links as an in between of the wire and the shade structure. This also allows me to very quickly remove the shade during the winter, especially if you’re in a snow year climate. Either way, the system is amazing and I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Looks great dad!
Remember, if this video gets 1 trillion likes, it’s probably because you’re in it.
Love this idea for my yard
@@sarahrunsfar yes, super simple idea that you could do with a variety of different base options that are less rustic than the ones that I have here, but nonetheless, the overall concept is super simple and something anyone could do in an afternoon.
What a great idea. Simple and user friendly
Glad you like it! It’s a game changer.
What a wonderful idea. Looks great
@@janetlarson5225 …thanks!!! Also, we’re working on the latrine and hopefully I’ll get the tactical flowers up like was initiated last year.
Great idea.
Yes, it can work on a small scale or large scale. But both are super easy to do and very effective. As always, thanks for commenting and watching the video.
I wonder could you apply this to a clear tarpaulin cover. We live in a very windy area and our previous polycarbonate roof simply snapped, I think sonething retractible might be a better option. Primarily is for providing a waterproof area, we get so little sun, really dont want to block it 😂
Hey, thanks for commenting and for liking the video.
If you’re thinking of using a clear tarp, I’d say the biggest challenge would be handling rain or moisture accumulation. A clear tarp could sag in the middle under the weight of pooled water, which could put a lot of stress on your system and potentially cause it to fail.
You also mentioned it’s quite windy in your area. A clear tarp material might act like a sail, catching the wind and creating additional force that could lead to damage or failure.
Let me ask-since you’re in an area with limited sun, it sounds like you want something that allows sunlight to pass through but can also handle moisture, right? There’s another technique you could consider that’s more robust for these conditions.
I’ve seen systems where they use U-channels or unistrut with trolleys. The tarp is supported by dowels (1 to 1.5 inches thick) running across the width, creating a retractable system. You could use a lighter tarp material that allows light to penetrate while providing some protection from rain. While it won’t be completely waterproof, it’s a sturdier and more versatile option for both light and moisture.
Let me know if you want me to expand on that idea or help you brainstorm further!
Where did you buy the fabric from?
That’s a great question. I initially checked local, but I wasn’t able to find what I wanted in the specific size that I needed. What I ended up doing is going to Amazon and ordered it from there. If you look down in the description, you’ll see where I’ve added it. That will at least take you to the link of the one that I got. They also come in a variety of different sizes all the way from 6.5 feet times 10 feet up to 20‘ x 20‘. Lotta great options there.