2.36m x 12m Aluminium Framed White Shade House — Built for NZ Conditions
A tried and true Kiwi design that's been supplying home gardeners, lifestylers, butterfly enthusiasts, schools, kindergartens, restaurants, nurseries, and maraes nationwide since 1980. Built to last, easy to assemble, and shipped direct to your door.
Shade houses are ideal for protecting plants from the harshness of the outdoor environment while allowing them to toughen off after growing inside the tunnel house. Ideal for growing during the hot summer months — you still get full, all-day sun but without the harshness that causes leaf or flower burn.
Why Choose an Aluminium Framed Shade House?
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100% aluminium main frame and base rails — no timber to rot, rust, or taint soils from tanalising
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Sturdy 32mm square aluminium hoops and 25mm square purlin rails — excellent strength, durability, and value
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Tall 2.3m apex height — plenty of room for tall growing crops with increased internal air volume to buffer temperature and protect from frost
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Integrated groove locking system — reliably fastens the covering and allows easy swap to different cover types
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1.6m roof vent included — additional vents available via our accessories page
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Pre-drilled holes — fast, simple, and accurate assembly
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Delivered 50% pre-assembled — with easy installation instructions and videos available online
- Full instructions + instructional video supplied
What's Included
- 100% aluminium hoops and purlin rails
- Aluminium base rails
- 30% knitted white shade cloth cover (ends, walls and roof)
- 630mm wide sliding roller bearing aluminium front door
- 1.6m roof vent
Optional Add-Ons
Personalise your shade house to suit your location and growing needs:
Sizes & Pricing
| Size |
Price |
Includes |
| 2.36m x 3m |
$1,098 |
Base rails, 630mm door |
| 2.36m x 4.5m |
$1,295 |
Base rails, 630mm door |
| 2.36m x 6m |
$1,648 |
Base rails, 630mm door, roof vent |
| 2.36m x 7.5m |
$1,898 |
Base rails, 630mm door, roof vent |
| 2.36m x 9m |
$2,198 |
Base rails, 630mm door, roof vent |
| 2.36m x 10.5m |
$2,395 |
Base rails, 630mm door, roof vent |
| 2.36m x 12m |
$2,690 |
Base rails, 630mm door, roof vent |
Warranty & Guarantee
- 3-year frame warranty against manufacturing defects
- 10-year+ expected shade cloth life
Delivery & Lead Time
Manufactured to order with an average lead time of 5–10 working days to dispatch (often less). Shipped direct from our NZ manufacturer — you'll receive your tracking details as soon as your order is dispatched, or contact us anytime at hello@urbanbackyards.nz.
Not sure which size is right for you?
Read our Glasshouse vs Polycarbonate vs Tunnel House guide or get in touch — we're happy to help you find the perfect fit.