GALE Pacific Premium Hortshade® 2m x 50m – Light UVR Block (50-56%) Horticultural Shade Cloth

GALE Pacific Premium Hortshade® 2m x 50m – Light UVR Block (50-56%) Horticultural Shade Cloth

Premium Hortshade® is a high-strength, knitted HDPE monofilament shade fabric specifically engineered for professional horticultural applications. Designed to endure harsh weather conditions, it features a robust construction that won’t rot or absorb moisture. This fabric is a market leader in crop protection, meeting the rigorous Australian Standard AS 4174:2018. With its focus on environmental safety and durability, it is both 100% recyclable and certified Lead and Phthalate-free.

Best For: High-value crop protection, commercial nurseries, and agricultural structures requiring consistent shade factors and long-term UV stability.

Key Features

• Australian Standard Compliant: Fully compliant with AS 4174-2018 for Synthetic Shade cloth, ensuring verified performance and safety levels for agricultural use.
• Strong HDPE Monofilament: The knitted HDPE construction provides superior strength and dimensional stability, engineered to resist tearing and abrasion in exposed environments.
• Certified Safety: Proudly Greenguard® and Oeko-Tex® certified, ensuring the fabric is free from harmful chemicals, making it safe for sensitive plants and personnel.
• Light UVR Protection: Specifically designated as "Light" protection (50-56% UVR Block), ideal for crops that require partial sun exposure while maintaining protection from extreme heat.
• Optimal Growing Environment: Precisely engineered aperture and thickness to manage PAR (Photosynthetically Active Radiation) transmission, helping to optimize plant growth and prevent scorched yields.

Specifications

• Brand: GALE Pacific / Premium Hortshade®
• Weight: 276 gsm ± 20
• Thickness: ~1.35 mm
• Length: 50m
• Width: 2m
• Colours: Forest Green | White
  
• Fabric Type: Knitted HDPE Monofilament
• Bursting Pressure: 2260 kPa (AS 2001.2.4)
• UVR Block: 50% – 56%
  

Ideal For (Uses)

• Commercial Nurseries: Provides a controlled light environment for seedlings and decorative plants sensitive to direct sun.
• Crop Top Structures: Ideal for expansive agricultural covers protecting fruit, vegetables, and flowers from wind, hail, and excessive heat.
• Protective Enclosures: Used in specialized horticultural structures to reduce moisture loss and maintain consistent internal temperatures.
• Harsh Weather Environments: Trusted in regions with extreme UV levels and high wind speeds due to its superior wing-tear and tensile strength.