Product Overview

Waterproof Sun Shade Fabric is an opaque laminated canopy material made with polyester shade layers and a waterproof PVC backing. Typical uses include patio umbrellas, awnings, pergola covers, outdoor café canopies, and fixed or retractable shade structures for patios, terraces, hospitality areas, and other exposed outdoor spaces.

Key Data Table

Property	Value
Top Layer	High weather resistance polyester with silver coating
Middle Layer	Black high cover polyester
Bottom Layer	Waterproof PVC film
Total Weight	280 g/m²
UPF	50+
UVA Transmittance	<0.5%
Water Resistance	10000 mm H₂O
Temperature Drop vs Normal Fabric	8-10°C lower
Tensile Strength (Warp / Weft)	1500N / 1350N
Tear Strength (Warp / Weft)	90N / 80N
UV Aging (500h QUV)	Color difference ΔE <3
Flame Retardant Option	DIN 4102 B1 or NFPA 701
Mold Resistance (AATCC 30)	Grade 0

Core Advantages

UV and Heat Reduction
The construction reaches UPF 50+ and keeps UVA transmittance below 0.5%. Compared with normal shade fabric, the temperature beneath the fabric is 8–10°C lower. On exposed patios and awnings, this reduces both UV transmission and heat during sustained midday sun.

10,000 mm Water Resistance
Water resistance reaches 10,000 mm H₂O. The PVC backing prevents rain from passing through the fabric body on properly sloped umbrella and canopy roofs, including repeated showers after long periods of sun exposure.

Tensile and Tear Strength
Warp/weft tensile strength is 1500/1350 N, and tear strength is 90/80 N. These figures are especially relevant at seams, corners, and fixing zones, where the fabric may stay under tension, be folded repeatedly, or be exposed to small cuts and punctures.

Customization Capability

Roll and Panel Dimensions

Roll width, cut length, and converted panel dimensions can be made to the confirmed canopy drawing.

Edge Conversion

For different fixing methods, options include bound perimeter edges, reinforced fixing zones, punched fixing holes, and other panel-edge conversion shown on the installation drawing.

Flame-Retardant Grade

For shade projects with a fire-performance requirement, flame-retardant versions can be specified to DIN 4102 B1 or NFPA 701.

Quality Control

Quality checks start with the confirmed three-layer construction. If the order has an approved sample, staff use it as an additional reference. Operators use inspection equipment to compare layer sequence, overall fabric condition, and roll consistency with the agreed specification.
For orders with defined performance requirements, staff check the agreed UV, water-resistance, tensile, tear, aging, flame-retardant, or mold-resistance items before shipment release.
Packing begins only after staff inspect 100% of finished rolls or converted panels for appearance, edge condition, dimensions, and conversion items specified for the order. Independent third-party shipment inspection is accepted when required.