Protection all year round
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All posts should be embedded in concrete footings with a
minimum 20 MPa.
Measure out centres of the footing positions and mark as illustrated.
Dig holes to the required size for your posts height, using the centre of
the footing as the approximate locations of the point of the sail.
• For a 3m size sail dig footing holes 400mm square and 800mm deep
• For a 5m or larger sail dig footing holes 400mm square and 1200mm deep
Conditions vary for different environments; if unsure of the concrete
type best suited to your area contact your local concrete supplier. Mix
the concrete to the manufacturer’s instructions, these should be clearly
labelled on the packet.
If installing your post in firm ground, lay a 100mm (4”) depth of 20mm
(3/4”) diameter gravel at the base of the post. Position the post at a 5
degree angle, sloping away from the centre of the sails position and
add the required amount of concrete. Temporarily brace the posts until
concrete is fully cured.
Footings for all weather sail
Firm ground
3m size shade sails
400mm
400mm
800mm
5m size or larger
shade sails
400mm
400mm
1200mm
Firm ground
Concrete
footing
100mm
20mm dia.
gravel laid
at base of
post
5
°
