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Sunbaked? 9 Shade Ideas for Your Porch, Backyard, and Beyond<\/h1>\n
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By\u00a0Jennifer Kelly Geddes<\/a><\/span>\u00a0|\u00a0Jul 26, 2019<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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With the dog days of summer upon us, seeking relief from the blazing sun is a must\u2014but if you lack natural shade from large trees, what then? Don’t sweat it! Here are nine smart shade options for your deck, backyard, and other sunny spaces.<\/p>\n

1. Patio umbrella<\/h2>\n
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Karen Gray-Plaisted<\/strong>\u00a0of\u00a0Design Solutions KGP<\/a>\u00a0likes the Tuuci collection from\u00a0Design Within Reach<\/a>\u00a0for its clean lines and uncanny ability to hold up to the elements.<\/p>\n

Drew Henry<\/strong>\u00a0of Design Dudes votes for an umbrella because you can select a color to accent your outdoor space and store it in the offseason. Try one that’s cantilevered so you can angle it to beat back the sun’s rays wherever they land.<\/p>\n

2. Retractable awning<\/h2>\n
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Photo by J Cohler Mason Design<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Free-standing or retractable awnings are possibilities if you need more coverage.<\/p>\n

“We’ve had awnings in the past that we put up every spring and took down before the snow fell, which was a bit of work, but having them was nice because if it started to rain you could still sit outside and relax,” notes Gray-Plaisted.<\/p>\n

3. Arbor<\/h2>\n
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Photo by TerraTrellis<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

An arbor is a stand-alone pick that’s usually designed with lattice along each side and a curved or arched top. This shady delight works well on a pathway or to signal a garden entrance.<\/p>\n

“An arbor adds an architectural detail, defines your outdoor living space, and they’re ideal for vines and other plants to grow on and create natural shade,” explains Henry.<\/p>\n

4. Pergola<\/h2>\n
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Photo by Neumann Mendro Andrulaitis Architects LLP<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

It’s easy to mix up arbors and pergolas, so here’s a tutorial: An arbor is a free-standing structure, while a pergola\u00a0can<\/em>\u00a0stand alone but is typically attached to a house or other\u00a0 building in at least two places. Pergolas are also larger and have a roof grid or latticework above, which creates dappled light.<\/p>\n

As with arbors, pergolas can accommodate creeping vines and flowers (Gray-Plaisted has wisteria growing on hers) or they can be draped with fabric for more sun protection.<\/p>\n

“A pergola also stands out when you string cafe lights on it, which makes a great light source at night that really sets the mood,” says Henry.<\/p>\n

5. Pavilion<\/h2>\n
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Photo by American Landscape Structures<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

The hallmarks of a pavilion include a hutlike roof with open sides\u2014but no actual floor. You’ll usually see this structure on a patio or concrete platform with chairs and a table arranged in the shade underneath.<\/p>\n

6. Gazebo<\/h2>\n
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Photo by Creative Gazebos<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

A gazebo can be confused for a pavilion, but you’ll know this shade option right away by its rounded or oval shape (a pavilion is square or rectangular). A gazebo has a semblance of sides, with a railing and slats at the halfway mark, and it’s also set on a platform or built-in floor.<\/p>\n

7. Shade sail<\/h2>\n
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Photo by Turf World Co.<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

This easy shade pick is fun because it comes in a variety of shapes and colors to stretch over a sunny patio. Shade sails attach to your house with D-rings and clips, though at least one end will likely need to connect to a post or tree in the yard.<\/p>\n

8. Overhead screen<\/h2>\n
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Photo by Phantom Screens<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Screens don’t offer full shade, but they’ll block some rays and heat. Rattan mats offer better coverage, and both can be laid over the top of a pergola. Free-standing screen room kits are available at home stores, and motorized screens can also be set up to retract over your porch.<\/p>\n

9. Latticework<\/h2>\n
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Photo by Chris DiSabatino<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

If you love the look of a pavilion but want a more open feel, skip the roof part and install latticework. Vines can grow on top, or shade sail\u00a0 material can be installed above for a pop of color and to block more sun.<\/p>\n

Jennifer Kelly Geddes creates content for Livestrong.com, the National Sleep Foundation, Fisher-Price, and Mastercard.\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n