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Wilmington, Yellow School Playground Shade

About Us

Crafting Shade Solutions for the Southeast

Founded in North Carolina, Atlantic Coast Shade has grown into a trusted provider of premium shade structures and custom shade sails across the Southeast. We specialize in designing and manufacturing high-quality, long-lasting shade solutions that enhance outdoor spaces for commercial, municipal, and residential applications.

Our Commitment to Quality & Durability

At Atlantic Coast Shade, we believe that shade should do more than provide relief from the sun—it should be a lasting investment. That’s why our products are built with commercial-grade fabric backed by a 15-year warranty and a lifetime-warrantied framework, ensuring durability in the toughest environments.

Lime green shade by pool
Outdoor shade structure at base
Shade sails overhanging tables outdoor area

Who We Work With

We collaborate with a wide range of professionals to create comfortable, shaded spaces, including:

Swimming Pool Contractors

Custom shade solutions for pools and aquatic centers.

Landscape Contractors

Enhancing outdoor aesthetics with stylish, functional shade.

YMCAs & Community Centers

Shading playgrounds, parks, and outdoor gathering areas.

Commercial Developers & Contractors

Creating shade for shopping centers, office complexes, and outdoor seating areas.

Turf & Recreation Companies

Adding shade to sports fields, dog parks, and fitness areas.

Schools & Universities

Providing shade for campuses, playgrounds, courtyards, and spectator areas.

Breweries

Enhancing outdoor patios, beer gardens, and event spaces with custom shade.

Architects

Shade solutions that integrate seamlessly into modern architectural designs.

 

 

 

 

Built for Every Outdoor Space

Whether you're looking to shade a pool, playground, patio, dog park, or commercial space, we have a structure to fit your needs. From our signature Charleston and Savannah designs to large-scale, cantilevered solutions like The Chesapeake and Seabrook, our shade structures combine elegance, function, and durability.

Orange triangular shade sails

Why Choose Atlantic Coast Shade?

High-Quality
Craftsmanship

Engineered for strength and style.

Industry-Leading
Warranties

15-year fabric warranty & lifetime framework warranty.

Regional
Expertise

Designed to withstand the Southeastern climate.

Versatile
Applications

Ideal for pools, playgrounds, commercial spaces, and more.

Our Fabric

Our house fabric is Polyfab Architec 400. It is commercial grade, carries a 15-year warranty and comes in a variety of colors.

Charleston shade structure brochure

Let us Help

Let us Help. We can provide assistance with design, layout and budgeting. 

Explore Our Shade Structures

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