To give you some more info before we get buying, and some of the tips will literally tested these to the max 😀 It was such a tough job laying under a cantilever parasol with a G and T. I wish all my assignments were this strenuous 🙂 But it did throw up some key points to be fair that are well worth your time reading: Best cantilever parasols buyer’s guide UV protection is another aspect to consider. With children playing, senior citizens, and families using the parasol, it is crucial to consider the safety aspect of the parasol. After all, the canopy is meant for protection, not to make you ill. A good quality sun umbrella shade should protect you from prolonged exposure to the harmful UVA and UVB rays of the sun to avoid severe skin and health concerns. Having said that, the quality of those aforementioned cantilever parasols can’t really compare to this Purple Leaf offering. That’s not to say they are bad, as they definitely aren’t, but this solar powered parasol is just a step above them in every way except price.

Sometimes when a parasol is new or has been in storage for a while, the joints and ribs are a bit stiff. This, in turn, makes you have to force the parasol open. For parasols that are made from materials that are prone to rust, regular lubrication may be needed. Wind Resistance. If you live in a windy area, the umbrella should be stable enough to withstand strong blows of 30 MPH/~50 km/h. So there will be very solid construction with heavy-duty umbrella bones and ribs, and a stable big 100-150kg weighted base. As whatever model you decide to buy will be spending a lot of time outdoors, choosing one that has been made from materials that are proven to be able to handle changes in weather is essential.The Uniprodo UNI_UMBRELLA_2SQ250DG Hanging Cantilever Parasol is many steps above equals. Talk of aesthetics, its 180 g/m2 durable polyester cover is finished with brilliant orange colour, and without a doubt, this colour will illuminate your patio with fantastic shadow. Talk of efficacy, the cover present in this parasol is made of polyester with UPF 50+ and moisture repelling function, so with this, you can choose to snug like a bug in the rug when the sun is scorching or when it is raining cat and dog outdoor.

I’m sure we’ve all had that moment where we are sat around a table and we just happen to be in that spot where the shade just doesn’t quite reach, or we are happily enjoying the shade provided by the parasol but as the sun moves across the sky, we are left exposed to all that UV. Another option is metal. Opt for a stainless steel base that’s powder-coated, as this has better durability and won’t succumb to rust. You can also get these in various styles, but again, they’re a little pricey.Thanks to the crank system, it can be put up and down without too much fuss and is easy to adjust depending on the current weather.