The sun is a source of life and its light promotes vitamin D formation in the body. But the sun can also be very dangerous. Studies by the WHO (World Health Organisation) indicate a threefold increase in skin disease caused by harmful UV radiation.

All Caribbean Quality Awnings are covered in acrylic fabrics from Sattler - world leaders in fabric innovation. All the designs within the collection have been certified in accordance with UV Standard 801.

The UV protection factor (sun protection factor) of Sattler acrylic fabrics indicates the extent to which they increase the natural protection time of human skin to direct sunlight. The natural protection time of human skin depends on skin type. All fabrics within the collection are UV rated either 40, 60 or 80 meaning a minimum of 200 minutes protection upto an outstanding 7,200 minutes!

As well as offering unbeatable protection against the harmful UV rays of the sun, Sattler acrylic fabrics create an atmosphere and serve as an element of design and decoration. The fabric contributes to the ambience of its surroundings and influences well-being by filtering and tinting the light, thus lending a very special atmosphere to the room or its surroundings. The effect of the fabric is fundamentally determined by its colour, pattern and translucence.