Posts Tagged ‘patio umbrella’

How Does an Offset Patio Umbrella Work?

July 16th, 2010

Offset patio umbrellas have a unique style and functionality which allows them to suspend above an area to provide shade. Also known as cantilever umbrellas, these functional outdoor shades can cover anything from furniture to pools to keep users cool. Under the protective canopy, temperatures can be reduced by 20-30 degrees. Most skin-damaging UV light is also…

Outdoor Shading with a Coolaroo Umbrella

July 7th, 2010

A Coolaroo umbrella combines the best possible features of an outdoor shade and packs it into a durable and lightweight design. Coolaroo uses only the highest quality materials in their umbrellas, including aluminum components and their signature knitted fabric for the canopy. Their fabric is designed to be bright, fade resistant and easy to clean. Coolaroo’s selection includes umbrellas of all shapes, including circular, hexagonal and square. Models range from…

Cantilever Patio Umbrella Buyer’s Guide

July 2nd, 2010

What is a cantilever patio umbrella? These outdoor umbrellas are designed to shade an area of a yard. They are referred to as “cantilever” because of the way the frame is designed. Unlike regular outdoor umbrellas, cantilever ones hold the canopy over the shaded area. The stand’s base sits somewhere off to the side out of the way…

Cantilever Umbrella Guide

June 28th, 2010

A cantilever umbrella uses a special adjustable frame to provide shading to a particular area. These umbrellas are different from standard varieties in that the stand is “offset” away from the shaded area. This allows furniture to be set up under the shade without the mount or frame getting in the way. These umbrellas can even shade portions of…

Advantages of an Outdoor Square Umbrella

June 28th, 2010

A square umbrella provides much needed shade to an outdoor area such as a backyard or garden. Outdoor umbrellas differ from the ones used during a rainstorm in that they are significantly larger and can withstand being outdoors at all times. The umbrellas is supported by a sturdy pole which is usually placed within a table mount to shade…

Outdoor Rectangular Umbrella Shading

June 26th, 2010

To fully enjoy their outdoor space, many people choose to use a rectangular umbrella for their shading needs. Outdoor patio umbrellas are designed to shield users from harsh sunlight which can ruin even the most basic of outdoor activities. Rectangular umbrellas have a large fabric canopy which block sunlight from coming through. You commonly see these umbrellas mounted to…

Illumination With a Solar Patio Umbrella

June 13th, 2010

A solar patio umbrella provides more than just shade from the sun. These specialized umbrellas are equipped with LED lights on the underside that glow brightly at night. These lights are powered by solar technology, meaning that the umbrella requires no external power source. Absorbing energy from the sun during the day, the solar panel on…