ColourTree Shade Sail Hardware Kit — 6" Turnbuckles & 12ft Coated Cables, 304 Stainless Steel for Rectangle/Square Canopies

The ColourTree Hardware Kit supplies a complete stainless-steel fastening system with adjustable 6" turnbuckles and four 12-foot coated cables to securely tension rectangle and square sun shade sails.

This kit is engineered to bridge longer anchor distances and fine-tune tension on rectangular or square shade sails. It pairs corrosion-resistant 304 stainless-steel fittings with flexible coated cables so you can extend anchor spacing, adjust tension after installation, and avoid incompatible fittings like Super Ring styles. Everything needed for most masonry or wood mounting points is included, making it a practical choice for patios, decks, playgrounds, and commercial awnings.

How does this kit help when anchor points are farther apart?

The four 12-foot coated cables give you extra reach to connect the sail corners to distant anchors without forcing unusual anchor placement. Using cables lets you route around obstacles and align the sail for proper pitch before final tensioning with the turnbuckles.

• Four 12-foot coated cables add up to 48 feet of extended connection length.
• Coating protects cables from abrasion and reduces wear on sail corners.
• Flexible routing lets you avoid poles, beams, or landscaping obstructions.
• Compatible with masonry or wood anchors supplied in the kit.

What components are included and what are they made of?

The kit contains two 6-inch turnbuckles, four stainless pad eyes, two snap hooks, four coated cables, 16 screws, and 16 expansion anchors. All metal hardware is 304 marine-grade stainless steel for long-term corrosion resistance in outdoor environments.

• Two adjustable 6" turnbuckles for precise tension tuning.
• Four heavy-duty pad eyes to secure cable ends to fixed anchors.
• Two snap hooks for quick attachment or removal of sail corners.
• 16 screws and 16 expansion anchors for secure masonry/wood mounting.

How do the turnbuckles and cables work together to tension a sail?

Install the cable between the sail corner and anchor point, attach the cable to a pad eye or snap hook, then use the 6" turnbuckle to draw the connection taut. The turnbuckles adjust from 6 to about 8.5 inches, allowing incremental tightening after the sail is raised and the final geometry is confirmed.

• Attach cables first to set sail alignment and pitch.
• Use turnbuckles to take initial slack and fine-tune tension.
• Incremental adjustments reduce stress on sail corners during setup.
• Turnbuckles allow post-installation re-tensioning if anchors settle.

Will this fit my shade sail’s corner fittings?

This 6-inch hardware kit is designed for standard corner loops and fittings used by many rectangle and square sails, but it is not compatible with Super Ring-style corners. Verify your shade sail has a 4-corner layout and that the cables’ reach will match your anchor spacing before purchasing.

• Check that your sail uses traditional corner loops rather than Super Rings.
• Measure anchor-to-corner distances to ensure cables provide sufficient slack.
• Use the supplied screws and anchors appropriate for masonry or wood substrates.
• Contact an installer if your installation requires custom-length cables or different fittings.

Who is this for? The ColourTree Hardware Kit is for homeowners, landscapers, and small businesses installing rectangle or square shade sails where anchors are spaced wider or unevenly. Choose this kit if you need corrosion-resistant stainless fittings, extra cable reach, and the ability to fine-tune tension after the sail is mounted. If your sail uses Super Ring corners or you require longer turnbuckles, consider alternative hardware tailored to those fittings.