Mounting Hardware Size Guide for Shade Sails

Choosing the correct mounting hardware is just as important as choosing the right Shade Sail hardware kit. Your mounting hardware is responsible for transferring the loads from the sail into the supporting structure, so it needs to be correctly sized to match the sail and the the fixing hardware being used.

Whether you're using eyebolts, eye screws or eye plates, this guide provides a general reference for selecting the appropriate mounting hardware size based on your Shade Sail perimeter.

As with any Shade Sail installation, factors such as wind exposure, fixing points and support structures should also be considered before installation.

Please Note: The mounting hardware sizing suggestions below are not site-specific or specified by an engineer and should only be considered as a general guide. Final hardware selection should always consider the supporting structure, wind conditions and sail design.

Mounting Hardware Size Guide (Metric)

Mounting Hardware Size Guide (Imperial)

*Standard Sized Shade Sails may use M10 mounting hardware for smaller sails.

Install Your Mounting Points Before Measuring

For the most accurate fit, we always recommend installing all mounting points before measuring for your Shade Sail. 

When ordering a Custom Shade Sail, this ensures your final measurements are taken from the exact fixing locations rather than estimated post positions or wall fixings. Even the smallest changes to mounting point locations can affect the finished sail size, tension and installation angles.

Once all eyebolts, eye screws, eye plates or other mounting hardware are securely installed, you can measure between the fixing points with confidence, resulting in a Shade Sail that's manufactured to fit your space correctly. See here for our fixing heights measuring guide.

Final Thoughts

Using correctly sized mounting hardware helps create a stronger, safer and longer-lasting Shade Sail installation. This guide provides a practical starting point, however for any project where there is uncertainty regarding hardware sizing or structural requirements, we advise you to seek professional advice from a qualified engineer, local shade installer, or other experienced professional.

As with any Shade Sail installation, site-specific factors such as wind exposure, fixing points, spans, and support structures should still be considered before installation.

Browse our range of Shade Sail Mounting Hardware to find eyebolts, eye screws, eye plates and other quality stainless-steel fittings suitable for your installation.