The tent on the frame is needed since it is located outdoors and will constantly be subjected to various negative influences from the side.
The awning protects:
- People from sunlight;
- textile cleaning of the seating from burnout;
- people and textiles from moisture ingress;
- Design from dust and dirt, leaves.
In addition, the design may have a mosquito net, which is fastened with velcro or small magnets.
What material to choose for awning
Sheds of the swing can be stationary or folding. The folding are the most simple for everyday use, and stationary are made in the form of a rectangular frame that is stretched by the canvas. But regardless of the type of canopy, the roof material must meet the following 4 important requirements:
- Waterproof.
- Easy to care for yourself.
- Water-repellent properties.
- Resistance to temperature differences.
On the market you can find a lot of materials that meet such parameters, but it is best to choose from the proven and reliable solutions by the type of the following awnings for a swing:
Tent PVC material. It has a density of 650 grams per square. m., can be used at ambient temperature from -30 to +70 degrees, it is distinguished by high wear resistance, not afraid of sun rays.
- Oxford fabric. It has simplicity in caring for itself, elasticity, water-repellent characteristics, does not absorb dirt and unpretentious in caring.
- Banner material. With a density of 510 grams per square. m. This material is made only in white color. It can be applied year-round provided that the roof of the swing will have an angle of inclination at 22 degrees.
- Tent tissue. It can serve for 3-5 years, but it is possible to use it only in summer. Available in different colors and has a density from 200 to 240 grams per square. m.
- Marquis fabric. Appreciated by designers for its luxuriousness and attractive appearance, produced in different colors and gradients, is distinguished by high burning resistance.
Most often, 3 materials are used for the roofs of the swing: PVC awning, banner and tent tissue. They differ in maximum strength, do not fade in the sun and have a long service life. They also perfectly cope with their main tasks - reliably protect the swap and people who are on it, from precipitation and the scorching sun. All these materials can be purchased from the company UkrBrezent - one of the leaders of the Ukrainian tent materials of various purposes.
How to replace the awning for swing
First of all, it is necessary to perform a swing measurements or take an old roof as a reference. After that, you need to follow such instructions:
- Prepare a pattern for awning material.
- To transfer to paper with a conventional pencil, withstanding the required scale (1 to 10, for example).
- Cut out of paper all the necessary parts, register numbers and names on them so that in the future it was possible to quickly and easily collect "puzzle" without losing the order of all items.
- Measure the required amount of tissue.
- Using the drawing tool, transfer the canva pattern on the wrong side of the fabric.
- Armed with sharp scissors and a knife for fabric, cut all the necessary roof elements.
- Sew all the details of the previously composed diagram of the caproove thread. Optimally - use Gypsy needle with a big ear, because it is easier to work with it. She will also save you from the overvoltage of the eyes.
- Wear a finished roof on a frame of a swing, pre-delivering it from the old material.