Light Coverage Chicken Run Shade Cloth (30% Sun Block)
If your chickens enjoy time outdoors but still need protection from intense midday sun, a lighter shade option can help reduce heat without blocking too much natural light.
This 30% Black Heavy-Duty Chicken Run Shade Cloth helps soften direct sunlight while maintaining airflow and brightness inside your run. Made from UV-treated, premium monofilament knit, it’s designed to hold up in high-heat environments without breaking down or losing flexibility.
With a 30% shade rating, this cloth allows approximately 70% light transmission — offering light sun reduction for warmer conditions while still supporting a naturally lit run environment.
Key Features
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30% Shade: light sun filtering without overly darkening the run
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UV-treated: helps reduce long-term degradation from sun exposure
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Heavy-duty monofilament knit: superior strength to standard tape knit cloth
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Black color: effective for reducing glare and sun intensity
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Won’t unravel when cut: designed to resist fraying
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Maintains flexibility: holds up under high-heat conditions
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8-year warranty with an estimated 16-year life expectancy
Run Coverage & Installation
Drape across the top or sun-facing side of your chicken run to create a lightly shaded area. Install clips every 24–36 inches to secure the cloth, or use lock channel and spring wire (not included).
Available in 6', 12', 20', 32', and 42' widths to fit a wide range of chicken run sizes. Match the shade cloth length to your structure for best coverage.
Quick Width Guide
Use this as a general starting point when choosing a width:
| Run / Structure Width |
Shade Cloth Width Recommendation |
| 10' |
20' |
| 11'4" |
20' (20' for Gothic) |
| 12' |
20' |
| 14' |
20' (32' for Gothic) |
| 20' |
32' (42' for Gothic) |
| 30' |
42' |
Important Notes
- Does not include shade cloth clips or spring wire
- Because each order is custom cut, returns cannot be accepted once the item has shipped
- For lengths over 150', contact us for a custom quote
Shipping (Motor Freight)
Rolls over 120 lbs. must ship via motor freight (semi). We will notify you if your order requires this shipping method.
