Our fabric has been independently tested by ARPANSA (Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency) and meets the strict requirements of AS 4174:2018 – Knitted and Woven Shade Fabrics.
Ultraviolet Effectiveness (UVE): 99.0%
UV Block: 99.2% or higher
Protection Category: Ultra-Heavy Cover
Designation: Most Effective
Fabric Type: Woven, solution-dyed acrylic
Manufacturer: Pyramid Shades Pty Ltd T/A Retro Umbrella Co
These results confirm that our umbrella fabric offers exceptional protection against harmful UV rays when used in shade applications.
When shade fabric is used for purposes such as shade structures for human protection, the ultraviolet effectiveness (UVE) may not be an accurate guide to the protection provided and may be less than the measured value due to factors including variations in design, height and size of shade structures, stretching of the fabric, the distance of the fabric from the persons, the direction of sunlight, and the physical location of the persons within the shade structure (e.g. at the edge or at the centre).
To view the official fabric test results, click here to download the full ARPANSA report (PDF).
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