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Newsletter 29

  • Admin Making Shade
  • Aug 7
  • 2 min read

Updated: Aug 10

Beat the Upcoming Kiwi Heat: Upgrade Your Outdoor Living with Making Shade!


Summer is just around the corner, and the New Zealand sun is famously intense. Without proper overhead cover, a beautiful deck or patio can quickly become completely unusable.


If you want to transform your backyard into a cool, breezy oasis, the local experts at Making Shade are here to help.


Based right here in Mount Maunganui, Making Shade has been custom-crafting premium shade systems for the Bay of Plenty since 1999.


Here is how you can upgrade your outdoor space this season with our premium, engineered products.

Retractable Awnings & Canopies


Maximize your seasonal flexibility with premium shade that disappears when you don't need it.




Overhead Sun Protection: Perfect for blocking harmful UV rays and maximizing heat reduction during harsh midday conditions.


Retractable Design: Enjoy full shelter in the summer heat, then retract the awning to soak up the winter sun.


Zero Footprint: Attached directly to your home, giving you full head clearance without annoying poles in your way.


Custom Shade Sails


Give your backyard a sleek, modern architectural look that handles the coastal elements.



Engineered for Strength: We use heavy-duty fabric and marine-grade stainless steel fixtures so your sail stays drum-tight and resists flapping.


Architectural Layouts: Our team handles the full process—from engineering to steel fabrication—to design unique tensioned sail layouts over pools, decks, or lawns.

Premium Louvre Shades & Retractable Pergolas


Create a permanent, luxurious outdoor room that adds massive value to your property.



Louvre Shades: Effortlessly tilt the louvres to welcome the morning sun or shut them completely to lock out the afternoon glare.


Ziptrak Outdoor Blinds: Protect your deck from both sun and wind. Consider adding track-guided Ziptrak outdoor blinds in clear PVC or mesh to completely weatherproof your outdoor living space year-round.


Why Choose the Making Shade Team?


  1. Locally Manufactured: We build our products locally right in our Mount Maunganui factory.

  2. End-to-End Expertise: Our in-house team combines drafting, engineering, and advanced textile fabrication.

  3. Full Service: We handle everything for you, including consulting, custom fabrication, expert installation, and long-term maintenance.


Don't spend another summer hiding indoors. Visit our Mount Maunganui showroom or book a no obligation site visit with the Making Shade team today to secure your free measure and quote!



👉 Book Your Free Measure & Quote Today

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