Poles for Shade Sails

Each Maanta shade sail pole includes the following accessories:

- A sturdy 10 mm thick steel ground base (or wall collars)
- A stainless steel Muscle Pole kit for anchoring and tensioning
- All necessary bolts and hardware for installation (excluding threaded rods for ground/wall anchoring)

The tensile strength of the sail. A shade sail—especially a large one—can exert a force of around 45–50 kg. A good anchoring system must therefore withstand not only the tension of the sail but also weather elements like wind and rain. In contrast, poles commonly found on the market and major marketplaces may be inexpensive, but they’re also poorly resistant. With just a few centimetres in diameter, tensioning a sail becomes impossible—compromising not only the success of the project but also the safety of the entire structure.

Maanta shade sail poles are designed to be highly functional. Thanks to our technology, we’ve developed poles that allow you to tilt your shade sail as needed.

Alu Simple, our premium-grade aluminium pole, features two tracks for multi-sail anchoring. The Ulisse pole, made of galvanised steel, offers as many as six anchoring points. This makes it possible to create shade at any time of day—even when the sun is low. And especially for waterproof shade sails, a good angle is essential to allow water runoff and ensure protection from rain!

The difference between 75° and 90° poles is mainly aesthetic. However, it’s worth noting that a 75° inclined pole helps recover the space needed for proper tensioning. This means that with a 75° pole, the sail can cover a larger area compared to a 90° pole, as it can be positioned closer to the base of the pole.

Wall-mounting a pole is only possible if there is at least 30 cm of space between the two collars. Therefore, the low wall where the pole is to be fixed must be at least 45–50 cm high.

The highest resistance to salt corrosion is offered by the Alu Simple powder-coated aluminium shade sail poles, a material that makes them immune to rust and marine elements. Also excellent is the EZ Mast in stainless steel, ideal for installations in coastal or particularly humid environments.

Alu Simple is available in three versions: with a 90° base, a 75° inclined base, or with wall-mounting collars.

No, Maanta poles are only available in standard sizes: 290 cm for Alu Simple and 275 cm for Ulisse. However, the Alu Simple model can be extended up to 390 cm using the Alu Simple Extension. This extension allows you to increase the pole's height, providing better sail inclination and improved water runoff management.

We strongly advise against this operation, and if you choose to proceed, we cannot guarantee a successful outcome. This is especially true for galvanised poles, as cutting them would compromise the protective zinc coating—leading to rust formation.

Maanta pole prices refer to a single pole. Whether it's EZ Mast, Ulisse or Alu Simple, all our poles include: a ground base or wall collars (for the wall-mounted version), all necessary mounting hardware (excluding threaded rods, which can be purchased here), and the exclusive Muscle Pole Kit to anchor the sail with triple tension.

No, Maanta poles are supplied exclusively in standard sizes: 290 cm for Alu Simple and 275 cm for Ulisse. However, the Alu Simple model can be extended up to 390 cm using the Alu Simple Extension. This extension allows you to increase the pole's height, providing better sail inclination and improved water runoff management.

Yes, installation on terraces and balconies is possible—but only with specific configurations. Wall collar poles can be fixed to a low wall at least 45 cm high, either inside or outside the terrace. Alternatively, the Inclined Balcony version (with an 80° inclination) is ideal for balconies, terraces or very low walls: it anchors to the balcony fascia and allows you to optimise the sail’s position, even in compact or complex spaces.

Installing poles with a ground base is not recommended, as it may damage the waterproof membrane and compromise the structural integrity of your home.

Maanta DIY shade sail poles are designed for easy and intuitive installation. No specialised labour is required: thanks to our smart fixing systems, you can install them yourself on terraces, in gardens or on walls—with precision and confidence.

Maanta poles are shipped via express courier, allowing for delivery within 48–72 hours at the low cost of just €7.95.

All Maanta poles support the installation of multiple sails on the same structure. Alu Simple, Ulisse and EZ Mast offer several anchor points, ideal for complex configurations.

For large sails or high-tension installations, we recommend two strategic accessories: the rear bracing system, which enhances structural stability, and the Alu Simple Extension, which raises the Alu Simple pole by 1 metre, optimising inclination and tension, and facilitating water runoff during rain.

Absolutely, you can find them here.