Greatest Shade Sail Project Ever!

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  • This was an awesome project. They are two 16x16 foot shade sails. Enjoyed it a lot. Thanks for watching!
    8" or 9" Eye Bolt ( Through Gutters)
    16x16 Shade Sail (Waterproof 220GSM, with PVC) - Non-permeable
    www.amazon.com...
    This is also a link to the permeable ones I bought -
    www.amazon.com...
    250Lb Chain (Approx. 8ft)
    Stainless Steel 6" Turnbuckle (x4) - www.amazon.com...
    Small Chain Link (approx. 1") to attach Chain to Shade Sail
    4" Eye Bolts (Into Pressure treated Lumber) - Posts
    4x6x12' Pressure Treated Lumber
    2x8x20' Pressure Treated Lumber (Support Beams between Posts)
    80lb Quik Crete
    Some Sweat and Blood!
    Thanks for the awesome Response!
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  • @littleaboutalot7478
    @littleaboutalot7478  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Check out my new shade sail project. It’s better in every way!

    • @Paula-po9kx
      @Paula-po9kx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I can’t find it, would you please post the link?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Paula-po9kx th-cam.com/video/Ih1yUhQmu7U/w-d-xo.html
      Thank you for watching!

    • @Paula-po9kx
      @Paula-po9kx 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I viewed your project and this isn’t what I am looking to do but thank you. Iam looking to use flower pots

    • @lvdisunshade7558
      @lvdisunshade7558 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      pretty nice, it's fun to watch the video

    • @theblackmountainlion
      @theblackmountainlion 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I like the music ,made me have a more positive look on the grind

  • @garyd.goodwin4264
    @garyd.goodwin4264 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good work. Lose the music. Annoying

  • @mattanderson887
    @mattanderson887 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    "It's like 62 but it's gonna get hot"
    *laughs in Floridian*

  • @silkpapi
    @silkpapi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Used a door spring from home depot to create tension on my sun shade; makes it snug without the need for constant adjustment. It also provides wind resistance; it glides with the wind and prevents damage.

    • @simonem.3092
      @simonem.3092 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Brilliant!

    • @renees4392
      @renees4392 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Can you tell me what kind of door spring? I looked at Home Depot today and all I saw were screen door springs and they seemed way too small and weak. Thanks.

    • @silkpapi
      @silkpapi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@renees4392 Everbilt-1-in-x-12-in-Zinc-Plated-Extension-Spring

  • @scottamy6496
    @scottamy6496 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Fantastic project, my only concern would be the rain as you mentioned and I think it would have been better to have it initially lower on the far end all the time, instead of having to move it when it rains. I realize your house isn’t all that tall and you’re limited on the height and the pitch you can achieve, but to have it at an angle from the jump would save you a lot of hassle in the long run.

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Absolutely right. We have changed a bit of the design because of trapped water in the large sails. Thanks for watching!

  • @usacars2
    @usacars2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    To install a Sail Shade. you must make two sides higher than the other sides, FOR Water DRAINING! I install SAIL SHADES.....

  • @PappyNet01
    @PappyNet01 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Awesome, I assume you are either a carpenter or you were mentored by a carpenter: nonetheless in my humble opinion great job.

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Neither, but thank you for the kind words. Just like doing things with my hands and have made plenty of mistakes.

  • @billv.208
    @billv.208 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    No explanation of your project on how to do the project. Your project looks nice. Enjoy it

  • @KRTube75
    @KRTube75 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have you had any rain yet? Those are going to fill with water and something is gonna have to give. I installed those at a 45 degree between two buildings. 45 degree angle because I figured that would keep them from holding water. NOPE. They held so much water that the 3/8" eye bolts bent then broke off. Those are not designed to be installed that way. You are supposed to install then with two diagonal ends up and the other two down. This allows for the fabric to be pulled tight and for water to run off.
    EDIT: Just saw your storm video.

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes. I learned the hard way and I posted a video about it. I did try 2 up and 2 down but that still collected water. The shade sails would just not get tight enough for me.

  • @tamarakennedy4976
    @tamarakennedy4976 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why not just go behind it or closer and under or simply quickqrete a lg garden urn with a pole and eye hook? And another eyehook on your wood support with it nailed and ot screwed into support beam on facia board?

  • @poppy3026
    @poppy3026 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    don't you know that the type of fabric you chose will hold 50 gal. of water and 1 gal.= 8 lbs. your shade is going to stretch and then collapse . lived it and it was not fun at 5:30 am in pitch darkness hearing it crash.

  • @johncandiceandharley
    @johncandiceandharley 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Music choices in this video are fantastic!

  • @larrybrown9771
    @larrybrown9771 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    From another video I came across the guy made a good point about all that tension over time bending the wood support beams even with nice beefy ones. It looked like you were fixing that with cross beams but you only did one side. If you continue to box that in the cross beams should keep them from sagging. Nice video. Might want to try and seal (silicon?) those eye screws through the gutter so water doesn't make it's way into the facia over time.

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I made another video of the new shade sails with all the appropriate supports. Check it out. Thanks for the advice and thank you for watching!

  • @desertforrest
    @desertforrest 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video! Thx fo reposting...love the little underground surprises!

  • @ericoh5187
    @ericoh5187 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video! I also plan to install sails, but am worried about attaching it to the house.
    Isn't your method just drilling into the facia board? Will that be secure enough?
    THANKS!

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I drilled through the fascia board and into the rafters. Fascia wouldn't be strong enough to hold the shade sails. Used 8 in eye bolts that went through the gutters and into the rafters. Thanks for watching.

    • @hmanone1063
      @hmanone1063 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@littleaboutalot7478 How did you locate the rafters?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@hmanone1063 I was able to find mine by looking through the eve vents.

    • @leedek66
      @leedek66 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@hmanone1063 , for those looking to "find" the rafter ends. If your home had a gutter system that has long nails to attach the gutters to your home, you already know where the rafter ends are located. You just remove those nails and install the eye screws to hold the sail and the gutter. SAFETY NOTE: Never stand on the top step of any ladder. Overhead work, efforts to drill, or many other physical efforts can cause a fall. The little girl helper doesn't want her Daddy breaking an arm or something even worse. BE SAFE.

  • @bartosullivan8050
    @bartosullivan8050 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How did you locate the rafters?

  • @irredeemabledeplorable5227
    @irredeemabledeplorable5227 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When sanding PRESSURE TREATED wood (and others ,really), do your lungs a favor and ALWAYS wear a MASK.

    • @KRTube75
      @KRTube75 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Or just don't sand PT wood.

  • @jjsiegal1
    @jjsiegal1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tighten Straps 7:50

  • @KimathiTheLeopard
    @KimathiTheLeopard 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I know someone else said this already, but I enjoyed your video, especially your music choices!

  • @43wagonwheel
    @43wagonwheel ปีที่แล้ว

    Whats great about it?

  • @leargy7043
    @leargy7043 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice but wrong .

  • @ampm297
    @ampm297 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job - cool sound track too! Y'all have a beautiful home. I like the flow though garage and that it leads to your new outdoor living space... real nice. It was cool to see it was a family project also. Good on ya! Thanks for the how too. Hopefully mine will be as appealing.

  • @anthonycaudillo4640
    @anthonycaudillo4640 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good job! Looks really nice and simple👍🏼👏🏽👏🏽

  • @davidfileccia6317
    @davidfileccia6317 ปีที่แล้ว

    You really should let that lumber dry out for a few weeks before staining them.

  • @monkeemash
    @monkeemash 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Let's go shade!

  • @ThailandAmazing
    @ThailandAmazing 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bad idea. Use steel beam. Wood will,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,!,,,!!!!! Bend over

  • @victorbanuelos8139
    @victorbanuelos8139 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    zzzzzzz

  • @charugohel
    @charugohel ปีที่แล้ว

    Where did you get Sail from?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  ปีที่แล้ว

      Amazon. Mothers are many different brands to choose from. This one was on sale!

  • @mcwendel8066
    @mcwendel8066 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks great!!

  • @hlmoore8042
    @hlmoore8042 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks nice.

  • @veritasestveritas8646
    @veritasestveritas8646 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Arrrrggghhhh! Sound!

  • @brandimuth7847
    @brandimuth7847 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ha! I am planning to install the very same set up! I have had some nay sayers try to discourage me though. Are you still satisfied with this design? Have you made any improvements?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Overall, It's great. Some maintenance is required. When it rains the shade sails aren't 100% tight all the way across so if they aren't pulled real tight you get water pooling in the middle. I keep mine with 3 corners high and 1 corner low so the water has a place to go. I have added supports if you check out the part2 patio extension project you can see it there. The larger the shades the more issues you will have with wind and rain unless maybe you get the permeable ones. Thanks for watching.

    • @nosurf2day0
      @nosurf2day0 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you think if you had a slight decline on the shade from the house to the poles it would let the rain roll off?

  • @simonem.3092
    @simonem.3092 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the material you used?
    Couldn’t you put each corner at a slightly different height so that water runs off? You’ll get caught with your pants down one of these times by the weather. That’s how she rolls.

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cant remember the type of material. I had 3 hooks up and 1 hook 3.5 ft lower on a corner. The problem was I could never get the shade sail tight enough no matter how I pulled it. Almost as if the sides were sown too short, making it impossible to get the slack out. I eventually changes these out with permeable shade sails which I made another video about and they are great. Thanks for watching.

  • @archjen
    @archjen 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very nice solution to getting shade! Congrats to you and the family and thanks for sharing, too!

  • @Old52Guy
    @Old52Guy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is just what I was looking for. Thanks!

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am coming out with a new shade sail project....so subscribe.. and stay tuned. It's gonna be awesome!

  • @kevinh2806
    @kevinh2806 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice sized yard!

  • @veddar79
    @veddar79 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. I tried your method today actually for the gutter pass through. I could only find 8” eye screws though. I got all the threads into the wood, but curious if you had any issues so far. It’s a ⅜” screw. Seems sturdy but once the wind picks up...

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I posted another video with a review last week. Check that out! I have has some issues but a bad storm brought it down. I used the 8" eye bolts. They are strong if you find the rafter behind them. Had it through some pretty high winds but the sails that I got I could never get them super tight. Sagged in the middle.

    • @veddar79
      @veddar79 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Little About A lot I just watched it. I “think” I got into the rafters. But if so not by much. I’m debating tossing up 2 more posts closer to the house faster seeing your vid. Although I am getting a 16x12 and it’s permeable. Def have me nervous now, but plan to take it up and down with the forecast.

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@veddar79 you shouldn't have the water issue that I had and I think you can stretch those permeable ones better than what I had. It was a strong storm and did other damage to other things I've never had a problem with.

  • @tabcobra
    @tabcobra 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice work! But, not a fan of anything being built out of treated material, there’s a good chance it will warp up.

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Absolutely true if it is not supported correctly. Thanks for watching!

  • @fredchilds6808
    @fredchilds6808 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great Job. Safety Tip - - Get a taller ladder and never step on the top.

  • @ThailandAmazing
    @ThailandAmazing 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That WILL RIP YOUR BUILDING OFF

  • @Cgh432
    @Cgh432 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job

  • @billhanson2353
    @billhanson2353 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job!!

  • @Allen.Fepuleai
    @Allen.Fepuleai 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you please tell me how you installed the posts? Did you have a professional do it? If so what did you search in order to find them? I’m having difficulty trying to find a company to install them. Thank you

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I installed them. Dug 3ft down. Centered the Post. Threw some concrete in it and formed out the top portion to look better.

    • @Allen.Fepuleai
      @Allen.Fepuleai 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Little About A lot oh cool thank you

  • @helenwood3199
    @helenwood3199 ปีที่แล้ว

    How did you transport those long cross boards from the store to your yard?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  ปีที่แล้ว

      Through the window of my truck and out the back. Not the best way but it worked. You can always rent a trailer as well.

  • @dougw4383
    @dougw4383 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice video, thanks. I liked how you use the cement to match your patio. I would like to do the same thing, however I would have to screw the eye bolts in the side of the house with vinyl siding. Any suggestions? Thanks again

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Find a stud. The shade sails have a lot of tension and need something robust to hold against. Good luck.

  • @gunnersecuador7515
    @gunnersecuador7515 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You should have made one side lower than the other to allow for water to drain off, or you could have each corner at a dif. height to add flair.

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      In the video I talked about the lower eye bolt that we use on a regular basis now. Thanks for watching.

  • @freshstart6
    @freshstart6 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What about angling them so they wont hold water? Is that posible?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We tried but there was still to much sag in the shade sails for us. I think the shade sails we got were of mild quality and I could never get them tight.

  • @elisaarias5404
    @elisaarias5404 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What was the measurements you used if you don't mind me asking.

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      patio is 22ft wide by 38 ft long. post were centered on the rafters from the house. shade sails were 16x16. post were 9 ft tall from the ground up.

  • @Watermelon_Shuga
    @Watermelon_Shuga 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    There are permeable ones that let wind and rain through

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have redone the shade sails and made another video. I used the permeable shade sails and they work great. I haven’t had to mess with them since I put them up. Check out my newer video with the new sails. Thanks for watching.

  • @ericalvarez3953
    @ericalvarez3953 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good job

  • @readysetmoses
    @readysetmoses ปีที่แล้ว

    Water runoff will be an issue here it looks like

  • @falures
    @falures 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How did you know if the eye bolts where in the rafter and not the facia board?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      There is a vent screen running along my eve's. I was able to see the rafter and make a "very good" educated guess from there.

  • @harry-one-kenoby3036
    @harry-one-kenoby3036 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool set up bro! 👍🏻

  • @Frit0Pie
    @Frit0Pie ปีที่แล้ว

    🔥 music

  • @bcookdc2
    @bcookdc2 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How have the 4X6 held up? Locally I can get a 4X6X12 for $40 or a 6X6X12 for $109. Just don't think I need the 6X6.

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      4x6 held up good after the extra supports. They will begin to bend with the tension of the shade sail. With the extra support they are golden.

    • @bcookdc2
      @bcookdc2 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Little About A lot Is that the board that’s going from post to post?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bcookdc2 yes, and I added some that go from the house to the posts. My video Patio extension part 2 goes over it a little bit as well as my video on shade sail review

    • @bcookdc2
      @bcookdc2 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thabks @Little About A lot. I’ve also subscribed.

  • @stevenbrown5210
    @stevenbrown5210 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wouldn't it have been easier to mount the post to that big ass concrete pad?!?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It would have but we didn't know what we wanted to do when we poured the patio.

  • @hannie0502
    @hannie0502 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    great job!!! Love your daughter's appearances. lol. Where can I order a shade to my size? I am in Canada. Thank you~

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      we got ours through amazon. You can order just about any size.

  • @gone2thedogs265
    @gone2thedogs265 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I used 6x6 with a post cap, they look better to me. I also hang flower baskets from the post. I mounted mine under the soffit and gutter onto the house. Also I varied the height at the corners to give the sail a twist so the rain runs off and doesnt pool in the center.

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good Input. I was looking for some additional height so I went through the gutters. I also have an overhang over the garage door that would have been almost impossible to connect to the house. Thanks for sharing. Varied height is very important as I have learned. When ordering the waterproof sails they will definitely collect water in the middle if you don't have a way for it to exit.

  • @Moondoggy1941
    @Moondoggy1941 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am sorry if I missed it buy where did you get your sail?

  • @lermancurry6124
    @lermancurry6124 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanking you for the video from all the way over here in the Bahamas! My red headed Daughter (I'm partial to Red hair) just bought me a 16x20 sailshade and you just gave me some ideas, and the inspiration to put it up this weekend.. Thanks again!!

  • @Imwright720
    @Imwright720 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice project.

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. I have made improvements in another video and I have had much better luck with the 2nd iteration. Thanks for watching.

  • @KFowl35
    @KFowl35 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video. Thank you!

  • @DontStopBrent
    @DontStopBrent 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Link for sail purchasing?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I bought mine on amazon. Depending on size, type, color all have different manufactures.

  • @enriquepampillo8445
    @enriquepampillo8445 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello I saw you video and this is fantastic, I want to do the same in my patio, but can you tell me what size did you use for the 3 pole.

  • @FarmerJim
    @FarmerJim 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How deep did you dig the holes for the beams?

  • @Durttay
    @Durttay 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What fabric did you use?

  • @mikeandrews1368
    @mikeandrews1368 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you can be so kind to respond with the song list i will greatly appreciate it?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      TH-cam Audio=Safety Net, Church of 8 Wheels, Love on Wings Riddim, Toe Jam, not in order.

  • @JOSUEGONZALEZ-tq1yq
    @JOSUEGONZALEZ-tq1yq 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi thanks for the video
    what are the measurements of the patio ?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      40x22ft. Is the patio dimensions. These are 16x16ft shade sails. Not all the patio is covered by the sails but pretty close.

  • @lovejustbeingme
    @lovejustbeingme 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You added the extra wood from pole to pole, did that help with stabilizing them? We have strong winds here in the high desert.

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Made a world of difference. Yes, absolutely it helped. It also depends on the size of your sails but with these it was bending the 4x6 and then it would snap it back causing even more stress. Definitely recommend extra support wherever you can put it.

  • @chrisandrews1188
    @chrisandrews1188 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is that cross piece a 2x8?

  • @alexnickchoi
    @alexnickchoi 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What size of post wood? 4x4?

  • @scot66
    @scot66 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome Video!

  • @azizitailoring7107
    @azizitailoring7107 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice

  • @DrewSorensenMusic
    @DrewSorensenMusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That look is so sharp, I’m gonna need stitches. Thanks for sharing my dude. Can’t wait to copy your design in my backyard.

  • @sonaliwagh.84
    @sonaliwagh.84 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whats is the material of sail shades.

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      They are water proof and made of 100% polyester fabric.

    • @robertog9472
      @robertog9472 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where did you get them

  • @chikin5354
    @chikin5354 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How much did the shades cost please let me know would love to do this project

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      $80 a piece. 16x16ft. Waterproof.

    • @kellijohnson7093
      @kellijohnson7093 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Got our 12 x 12, waterproof, great quality at discount store. ALDI. LIDL had similar ones. ABOUT $ 16.00. We live 2 blocks from ocean and 2 blocks from ICW, SSOOO...its plenty windy. Put them up early last summer, attached to our DECK. STILL FLYING TODAY!!! We did take them down for winter, and of course hurricanes and tropical storms. Also if we are expecting high winds, 40 +, we drop one side down and secure to deck rail, wrapped in a bungee cord. We needed shade on front of house, we were baking inside. It certainly made our den more comfortable, and really cut AC bill because the thermostat-register is located in the den. The other rooms were too cool, while the den was too hot...and the AC ran all day!! This was a GREAT FIX!! When this shade gets old, we will DEFINITELY buy a new one. Actually, after we installed the shade and realized how strong and effective it was, i went back and bought another one!! So I'm set for, hopefully, a couple years. I found my posts on Offer up, they were only $5 each. Theses shades came with the ropes and most of the hardware we needed to attach the shade. I did have to buy hardware to attach posts to the deck. I'm a ? reasonably healthy, 59 yo woman, hubby travels most of the time, so i DID THIS MYSELF. I'm not much with DIY's requiring great skill with power tools, but if I can do it...you can!!

    • @sirrednaed1
      @sirrednaed1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      waterproof or water resistant?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sirrednaed1 waterproof

  • @robertward553
    @robertward553 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Like it

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you sir!. I am coming out with a shade sail review video here soon to go over some things that I have learned over the past couple months. Check back soon and watch that video too!

    • @robertward553
      @robertward553 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@littleaboutalot7478 you got it.

  • @TWong1200
    @TWong1200 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good work. What was the length of the eye bolts that you used through your gutter?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think they were 8 or 9 in eye bolts.

    • @JOSUEGONZALEZ-tq1yq
      @JOSUEGONZALEZ-tq1yq 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Little About A lot are those stainless steel or other material ? And where did you buy them?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JOSUEGONZALEZ-tq1yq they are not stainless. Zinc coated I believe. I got them at home depot. They were the longest ones they had.

    • @JOSUEGONZALEZ-tq1yq
      @JOSUEGONZALEZ-tq1yq 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Little About A lot thank you I was able to install mines following the instructions of your video.

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JOSUEGONZALEZ-tq1yq awesome. Hope you enjoy!

  • @Ahelm12
    @Ahelm12 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome Video! This was exactly what I needed for my project around our pool. I am stuck between treated post or galvanized post. Did you think about using galvanized at all?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I did think about using galvanized but they are a bit more expensive and I like the look of stained wood.

    • @Ahelm12
      @Ahelm12 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@littleaboutalot7478 I completely agree. I like the look of the stained wood much better also. Thanks for the input!

  • @davidjherve
    @davidjherve 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice Job! Looks Great! Curious though, how does it handle in the wind? I'm in central Texas and we get some windy days and am concerned with how it handles?

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The wind is a problem above 20 mph. Depending on how you attach them they have a lot of tension on them. These are 16x16ft sails and they probably could sail a boat. lol. We take them down in high winds and big rain storms. It is less of a problem if you have them at different anchor heights which is recommended by the manufacture.

  • @BA-ef4pr
    @BA-ef4pr 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you add to the description the hardware that was used? Great video

  • @markdomingo1412
    @markdomingo1412 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice set up and thanks for the instructions but just wondering where did you order the sail shade material? thanks

    • @littleaboutalot7478
      @littleaboutalot7478  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I ordered the shade sails through Amazon. They have a large selection of sizes and colors.

    • @markdomingo1412
      @markdomingo1412 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks a lot 👍👍👍

  • @maryfrady7149
    @maryfrady7149 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Too bad you shop at Home Depot. Gotta unfollow.