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The size of your patio umbrella depends on a handful of things.
An oversized umbrella looks cartoonish as it overpowers your outdoor living arrangement, while a small umbrella doesn’t give enough protection from the elements or improve the functionality of your outdoor living space.
So how do I know the right size?That depends on your intended use.
If you want a patio umbrella to protect yourself and guests sitting at an outdoor dining table, the umbrella should hang 2 feet outside the table on every side.
If your patio umbrella is meant to cover a set of patio furniture, and you only plan to use it for sun protection, the extra 2 feet of clearance isn’t necessary. You can angle a slightly smaller patio umbrella to block the sun without actually hanging over the entire outdoor living space.
A nice cantilever umbrella sized about equal to the footprint of your patio furniture will do a great job of keeping everybody comfortable.
Not all patio umbrellas are the same height. Cheaper umbrellas are shorter (they save money on manufacturing by cutting materials where possible.
The lowest edge of your patio umbrella should sit 7 feet from the ground, or higher.
If most of your family or friends play for the Toronto Raptors, opt for 8 feet of clearance.
Size the base of your patio umbrella too small and you’ll enjoy activities such as:
We recommend a 60+lb base. Heavy bases keep your umbrella stationary in high winds and keep it from falling over, so you can still enjoy a drink on the patio in poor weather without getting wet.
Winds rolling off Lake Ontario get aggressive, so always opt for a heavy base. We offer bases up to 400 lbs.
Good patio umbrellas use special fabrics designed to resist fading, repel weather and last a long time.
Galtech umbrellas and Treasure Garden umbrellas use high end fabrics with trendy designs and substantial warranties. We expect them to last your family years.
Stop by our showroom tonight. A selection of large cantilever and garden style patio unbrellas are set up to test out right on our showroom floor.
Hands-on testing is the best way to ensure you’re happy with your patio umbrella purchase.
