Why should you clean and remove mould from shade sails in childcare? The answer is simple, your Centre’s shade sails are the unsung heroes, shielding your little explorers from the blazing sun!
These towering umbrellas take a beating from leaves, bark, and the occasional lost toy, but over time, they might start looking a bit grungy. If your once-bright sails are now sporting a mouldy film, it’s time to act! And let’s face it, mould in a Childcare Centre is a no-go zone.
Lucky for you, you’ve landed on the right site! H-Pro is a trusted childcare facilities company, who tackle these issues for hundreds of Centre’s every year.
Our team has crafted some solid answers to your burning questions about mould on shade sails, plus a handy pictorial guide at the bottom to help you spot mould like a pro! Let’s get those shade sails looking vibrant again!
If your shade sails aren’t perched in a dust storm zone, what might look like dirt is probably just mould! And watch out, those leaves on your sails can create a home for mould to thrive.
Grab your H-Pro 5-point checklist and let’s investigate the health of your shade sails:
If you answered “yes” to any of these, it’s time to call H-Pro or lodge a quote request. Together we can implement a solid game plan! H-Pro can easily clean and remove mould from shade sails in Childcare.
And let’s face it, mould in a Childcare Centre is a no-go zone.
Lucky for you, you’ve landed on the right site! H-Pro is a trusted childcare facilities company, who tackle these issues for hundreds of Centre’s every year.
Our team has crafted some solid answers to your burning questions about mould on shade sails, plus a handy pictorial guide at the bottom to help you spot mould like a pro! Let’s get those shade sails looking vibrant again!
The quick answer? Absolutely, you should be worried about dirt and mould on your shade sails! Think of them as your Centre’s fabulous sky umbrellas, keeping your little adventurers safe from the sun while they play below.
But here’s the kicker: mould hanging out on those sails is just waiting to release spores when disturbed by a gust of wind, a stray leaf or debris. The spores are free to rain down on your playground, sand, Astro Turf and worse still your little adventures. That’s a recipe for disaster and a health hazard that needs immediate action! Plus, let’s be real—any mould sighting in a childcare Centre is like ringing the alarm for the governing bodies, and if they spot it during your A & R inspection, it’s a disaster waiting to happen!
Your shade sails while soaking up the sunshine, are also gathering leaves and organic goodies. Most shade sails are made from a breezy open-weave synthetic fibre, that invite water and nature’s leftovers to settle into the grooves. Add a splash more rain and a dash of sunshine, and suddenly, your shade sails transform into a towering five-star resort for mould!
Even if you see the mould on your shade sails starting to fade, don’t be fooled— it won’t pack its bags without a little help from H-Pro and some chemical intervention. We can clean and remove mould from shade sails in childcare, In fact each year we clean hundreds of sails just like yours. Mould can be overenthusiastic and once it finds the perfect spot, it just keeps multiplying, especially when conditions are just right!
Your shade sails might look like they’ve seen better days but fear not! Once we chemical treat those mould spores and give them a good pressure wash, you’ll be amazed at the transformation!
Buying and installing shade sails can be expensive but treating and pressure washing them with H-Pro is just a tiny slice of that budget pie, often fitting nicely into your maintenance plan. So, let’s keep those sails looking sharp without breaking the bank!
The team at H-Pro would love to give a cheerful “yes,” but let’s face it, mould is a bit of a wild card! Since mould is just nature’s way of recycling leaves and organic matter, keep your shade sails nice and tight and make sure they’re angled just right to let those pesky leaves slide off.
Got trees hanging around? Trim those branches that drop bark and leaves on your sails.
Since we can’t control Mother Nature’s mood swings, keep a close eye on your sails and tackle any mould ASAP before it becomes a horror show!
The good news is Shade Sail cleaning typically happens on the weekend! Before your centre closes on Friday, your staff remove all the equipment, and items that can’t get wet from the infected zone. The team at H-Pro juggle everything, ensuring that staff, children, and families hardly notice a thing, except of course beautiful shade sails.
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Our photo gallery showcases our shade sail cleaning projects with realistic results. Daily, our team transforms shade sails in childcare Centre’s, demonstrating H-Pro’s expertise as a Childcare Facility company.
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H-Pro have put together a selection of resources that may be helpful.
Top 10 tips for keeping mould on Astro Turf at bay in a childcare setting.
QLD Health Cleaning up mould
after a disaster Fact Sheet PDF
The team at H-Pro has put together some of our mouldy shade sail favorites. We hope our top pics will give your the confidence to restore your shade sails.
Queensland Health: Time Out Brochure For Centre’s: Keeping Your Child and Other Kids Healthy
https://www.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0022/426820/timeout_poster.pdf
Queensland Health: Time Out Brochure For Parents: Why do I need to keep my child at home
https://www.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0025/702619/timeout-brochure.pdf
STAYING HEALTHY: Preventing infectious diseases in early childhood education and care services 6TH Edition 2024 https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/attachments/Staying-Healthy/Staying-healthy-guidelines.pdf
Queensland Health Viral or Suspected Viral Gastroenteritis Information for Directors and Staff of Early Childhood Education and Care Services
https://www.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0038/439985/viral-gastro-ececs.pdf
Did you know? The Early Childhood Regulatory Authority National Regulation 77—Health, hygiene and safe food practices (External link) is one of the most commonly breached regulations.
https://www.legislation.qld.gov.au/view/html/inforce/current/sl-2011-ecsnr#sec.77
Education and Care Services National Law (Queensland) Education and Care Services National Regulations: Current as at 1 January 2025
https://www.legislation.qld.gov.au/view/pdf/inforce/current/sl-2011-ecsnr
ACECQA: What cleaning and maintenance procedures will safeguard against the spread of infectious diseases: DEALING WITH INFECTIOUS DISEASES
https://www.acecqa.gov.au/sites/default/files/2021-08/DealingInfectiousDiseasesGuidelines.pdf
STAYING HEALTHY: Preventing infectious diseases in early childhood education and care services 6TH Edition 2004 https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/attachments/Staying-Healthy/Staying-healthy-guidelines.pdf
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In the competitive world of childcare, maintaining a clean and hygienic environment is paramount. H-Pro has emerged as the trusted facilities company in this sector, offering specialised cleaning services that ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.
Parents are naturally concerned about the cleanliness and safety of the Childcare facilities where their children spend their time. H-Pro’s commitment to maintaining high standards of hygiene gives parents confidence and reassurance, fostering trust in your childcare Centre. This peace of mind is invaluable, as happy parents lead to a valuable reputation.
