Does the sun shine through, or does it provide shade?
611889
Not at all. Excellent shade, thick canvas, sturdy umbrella. Highly recommend.
1506657
It's not see thru. If you put your hand against it, you can see it from other side and maybe if a light is shining behind, you could see shadows.
587966
YES... privacy and blocks the sun too. I really like it and it is NOT cheap looking like some I have seen.
1796003
Mine is set up to get direct sunlight because that just happened to be where I needed them, but I don't think it was necessary. As long as it is not under shade all day it should be fine.
1535154
No...but it cuts the blazing sun a treat! Once the sun passes a certain point, I just roll it back up.Have plenty of other, (and more expensive) shades that allow light through...frankly, as my house is west facing I have not found these to be helpful. While you might be able to "see" through the screen, the glare is so great, not too mention how much heat still comes through.
1052136
Yes it does allow a little more sun in those spots but only when the sun is lower in the sky...we usually tossed a towel on the side of the sun was low and bothering us :-)
936239
yes they shed rain. the rain will come through the shade ever so slight. which is a good thing.
1052135
It allows for more light to come in but since the mesh is at an angle the sun usually is not a factor.
765113
It's dark. It's very nice looking. As far as heating up, I cannot say for sure. The sun shade covers well, but we have not been out for extended periods in hot weather.
502731
I will say 99.9% of the sun's rays are block. We have complete shade. I have never gotten sunburn under the shade sail.
503850
Yes, they do allow sunlight through and provide just enough shade to keep the temps down a bit.
1596836
A bit if it's very bright, like direct sunlight. Enough to tell there's a light behind it.
839488
It is translucent...you can see right through it, but you know it's there. There are shadows and glare from lights
1763404
No it doesn't. And if you live somewhere really hot I wouldn't suggest using this one without some type of shade over it, because I love in texas and the heat literally cooked the plants. It's a nice green house but it is more suitable for those who live in milder weather conditions.
43209
I bought the golden/beige one and I use it to block the western sun. I really can't see anything through it in the daytime. I imagine if you and a light were behind it, it would probably show images/shadows.
1817960
Light will come through somewhat, but it is diffuse. This is more of a privacy screen, and light will also show over the top, especially if you have an overhead light.
17903
No, it is there... I have had mine outside everyday rain and shine since early December 2013, and it has gone on everyday. The only exception is if my panel gets knocked over and does not get the full dose of sunshine. I am planning on buying a couple of more. I love it!