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What is the difference between Patio, Market, and Beach Umbrellas?

What are my choices in fabrics and colors?

What style and size is best for my needs?

How do I take care of my new umbrella?

How do I contact Umbrella Fun Factory for questions?

 

What is the difference between patio, market, and beach umbrellas?
1. Patio Umbrellas are generally for residential use on, as the name suggests, a patio or deck. Patio Umbrellas usually are placed in an outdoor table with a hole to accommodate the umbrella pole. Most often they require a base for support. Patio Umbrellas may be pop-ups (that is, hand opened) manual tilt, or auto-tilt. The frames for Patio Umbrellas usually are made of aluminum. They have metal bell caps as finials.

2. Market Umbrellas are more expensive than Standard Crank & Tilt Patio Umbrellas, They are used in public areas such as restaurants or cafes as well as in homes. Market Umbrellas may have either a single or double vent on the top. Frames may be aluminum with crank and auto-tilt, or wood with pulley and rope. Link other Patio Umbrellas, Market Umbrellas require a base.

3. Beach Umbrellas are distinguished by their poles, which are pointed for use in the sand. Frames may be aluminum or wood, but Beach Umbrellas never feature a tilt so they can withstand windy conditions. Beach Umbrellas can come with a matching bag for convenience in carrying. They have plastic bell caps as finials.

 

What style is best for my needs?
STYLE
1. If cost is a factor, Standard Crank & Tilt Patio Umbrellas are less expensive than Market Umbrellas.

2. Additionally, solid fabrics are less expensive than striped fabrics.

3. Umbrellas should be made to match your existing decor, in elegant, contemporary, or fun styles, for example.

4. If your umbrella will be used in a windy environment, you might want to consider a Market Umbrella, which comes with a vent for extra protection. The standard crank & tilt umbrella can have a vent added for an additional cost. Vents allow moving air to escape from underneath, making a more stable umbrella.

SIZE
1. Umbrellas differ not only in their diameter, but also in the number of panels and ribs. A 6 ft. pop-up has 6 panels and ribs. All 7.5 ft., 9 ft., and 11 ft. umbrellas have 8 panels and ribs. The 8.5 ft. standard has 12 panels and ribs.

2. In choosing an umbrella size for home use, it is important to measure how much room is available on your patio or deck. Obviously, the larger the umbrella, the more shade it provides. However, when choosing an 11 ft. umbrella (the maximum size), be sure your able can accommodate its 2" pole diameter and its one-piece shaft. It does not break down for shipping and storage like other sizes.

How do I take care of my new umbrella?
1. Our umbrellas are made from highly durable frames and fabrics. They should provide continuous use for many years.

2. However, the most important thing you can do to extend its life is to always crank down your umbrella when not in use. Store your umbrella in a safe place in off-season or during inclement weather.

 

How do I contact Umbrella Fun Factory for questions?
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