Special Publications: October 08, 2025

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Kolorful Kanvas:
Keeping you covered
This year, Kolorful Kanvas Ltd proudly
celebrates 50 years of serving Selwyn
and the wider Canterbury region with
top-quality Canvas and PVC products.
Locally owned and operated since
1975, the business has grown from
humble beginnings into a trusted name
in custom manufacturing — known
for its craftsmanship, reliability, and
commitment to the local community.
Specialising in a wide range of Canvas
and PVC goods, Kolorful Kanvas is the
team behind many of the shade sails,
awnings, and covers seen across town.
Whether it’s a custom-made awning
for a home or café, a durable cover for
machinery or vehicles, or a caravan
awning built for New Zealand’s rugged
conditions, their products are designed to
last — and to suit the exact needs of their
customers.
Kolorful Kanvas also manufactures
tarpaulins, Ute and trailer covers, clear
PVC screens, outdoor furniture covers
and many other custom solutions. Every
item is crafted locally using high-quality
materials and the experience gained over
five decades in the industry.
As a family-run business, Kolorful
Kanvas remains deeply connected to the
community.
Reaching the 50-year milestone is a
significant achievement, and the team
extends a heartfelt thank you to their
loyal customers and supporters over the
years.
For tailor-made Canvas and
PVC solutions, visit them at
99 Shakespeare Rd, Waltham or
online at www.kolorfulkanvas.co.nz
Here’s to the next 50 years of local
excellence!
SELWYN GARDENING GUIDE 2025 | 7
Shadecraft:
Enjoy your garden
in all weathers
Whether it’s protection from sun, wind
or rain, or enclosing an outdoor space
to be heated, Shadecraft can design and
install whatever it takes to keep you
out in your garden for longer. And best
of all, this wide range of attractive and
affordable products is made right here in
Canterbury.
Shade sails are ever popular. They
are strong and durable, ensuring
maintenance-free, long-life performance.
These come in a range of colours to suit
all preferences, from neutrals to cooling
to vibrant.
Wave shades are a fresh alternative.
Their smooth, shapely billows bring
effortless style and the fact that they
are retractable gives you full flexibility
in how you enjoy your outdoor space.
Choose from the range of modern fabric
colours. Simple, clean lines and the
high-performance polished stainless steel
fixings add to the premium finish.
Eclipse canopies are the next step up
in weather protection. The super-tough
polycarbonate roof sheeting, with a
choice of tints, is supported by a sturdy
rectangular steel frame, galvanised to
a colour of your choice. The sheeting
provides 99% protection from the sun’s
rays and can withstand hailstones up to
25mm in diameter. The product conforms
to Council requirements, enabling
permits to be granted with minimal
delay.
Shadecraft’s multiple other offerings
include louvre roofs that enable you to
customise your perfect outdoor room
all year round, unobtrusive yet highly
effective drop blinds, and attractive and
practical car ports. Call on their 18 years
of experience, so you can be out in your
garden for longer.
james@shadecraft.co.nz / 0800 742 332
www.shadecraft.co.nz
THE CANVAS EXPERTS
PATIOS - OUTDOOR AREAS - CAR PORTS
Shadecraft is a
locally owned company
who specialise in
shade and weather
protection products to
enhance your homes
design and use of
outdoor areas.
ShadeCraft (SI) Ltd • 0800
CALL OR COME IN AND SEE US
99 Shakespeare Road, Christchurch
03 366 9583
info@kolorfulkanvas.co.nz
www.kolorfulkanvas.co.nz
Shadecraft is a locally owned company who specialise in
shade and weather protection products to enhance your
homes design and use of outdoor areas.
LOUVRES – SHADE SAILS – UMBRELLAS
ALL WEATHER CANOPIES
ShadeCraft (SI) Ltd
0800 742332 • Cell 021 510879
www.shadecraft.co.nz