Buyers Guide for Car Parking Shade Supplier in Dubai
Car parking shades are one of the most useful additions to a UAE villa. Not only do they protect your car from the sun and provide a cooler parking area in summer, they also provide an improved look to the villa entrance. This Buyers’ Guide explains what you should know before buying a car parking shade and how to find the right car parking shade supplier in Dubai.
Importance of a Car Parking Shade in UAE
Extreme heat of UAE summers makes a car almost unusable within a few hours. The cabin becomes too hot to touch and so does the steering wheel and the dashboard. The upholstery and trim also become too hot to touch. The extreme heat of the sun fades the paint, plastics and interiors, and damages the dashboard. The heat also puts a strain on the engine, AC and other components of the car. Many car owners end up taking their cars to the garage for repairs and services that could have been prevented by a good car parking shade.
Types of Car Parking Shades
Cantilever shades
Support columns are on one side only, so the other side is completely open.
Two-column or Four-column Shades
Provide coverage for one or two cars respectively and are stable.
Tensile or curved shades
Have a modern look and are suited for villa entrance covers.
Attached shades
Are attached to the wall of the villa and utilize the existing support structure.
The option that works best for you will depend on your space limitations, the number of cars and how you want your entrance to look. For example, a parking shade for a two car parking spot should have adequate clear space on the sides for opening doors and for cars to turn.
Materials That Last in Dubai’s Climate
Frame
For the frame, steel pipe and steel tube are good choices for a long lasting structure. Aluminum is used for lighter and thinner frames. Thicker columns and a well-designed truss keep the structure stable in wind.
Roof
Roofs in parking shades are covered with waterproof and heat-resistant PVC. It also blocks the sun, sheds water and is lighter than other roof coverings. Fabric weight is a factor, and a heavier PVC is more long lasting.
Finish
Steel frame is protected from rust and corrosion by a primer and paint. A finished frame also gives the supplier an opportunity to match the color of the frame to your villa.
Design
Details can be laser-cut to provide a decorative effect.
How to Choose a Car Parking Shade Supplier?
When you look for a supplier, make sure the supplier goes beyond selling and provides additional services. A good supplier will:
Visit your site: A supplier should measure the spot where the parking shade will be to ensure it is fabricated to the correct size.
Stand behind the product: A good supplier will provide a warranty for the parking shade and will give you details about the materials used.
Provide you with samples of their work: Good suppliers will give you photos of their finished projects and let you inspect details.
Why The Lowest Price Ain’t Always The Best Deal
Sometimes a company offers a super low price to win the job and then cut costs during the work. For example, thinner pipe or fewer coats of paint may be used, and the customer only sees the consequences after the job is completed. In the long run, the savings may not be worth it. At Pergola Shed, we don’t cut costs or take shortcuts and therefore stand behind our work with a warranty. We also provide a description of the materials we use, and before the installation, we come to your site and explain to you what we will be using and why, to help you evaluate the quality of the work we do. Before choosing a car parking shade supplier, ask for the pipe thickness, paint coats, roof fabric, warranty and compare the whole package and not just the price.
Permits and Community Rules
Dubai communities have bylaws that define the look, size, and height of a car parking shade. Damac Hills is one of the communities with such by-laws. Get approvals before you start work, and gate pass for your contractors. Many of our projects are in Damac Hills, and we have all the necessary permits. This speeds up your project process.
Why Pergola Shed?
ABDELLATIF STEEL WORKSHOP in the UAE, since 2005, has completed 1876 projects. Our workshop is in Ajman. We construct car parking shades in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman and Ras Al-Khaimah. We are recognized by our customers as the best car parking shade installers in the UAE.
We listen to our clients and provide high quality car parking shades at an affordable price. We measure the site for free, and fabricate a parking shade for you. We use a PVC roof to provide protection from the sun. We pride ourselves in our quick turnaround time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the best car parking shade supplier in Dubai?
Look for experience, real projects, a site visit and a warranty. Pergola Shed has served the UAE since 2005.
Do you supply car parking shades in Ajman?
Yes. Our workshop is in Ajman, and we serve Ajman, Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah and the rest of the UAE.
How long does a car parking shade last?
It depends on the materials, the paint finish and the installation. Quality steel, a protective coating and a good PVC roof make the shade last longer.
Can I choose the color?
Yes. We paint the frame in the color you choose.
