Patio Umbrellas, Heaters, Shades | Patio Heat and Shade

2-year warranty on aluminum frames
Replacement parts available for all models
Lifetime warranty on fading for Sunbrella fabrics

Summer is finally here and it’s time to invest in a product that will help keep you cool while enjoying your outdoor space. A patio umbrella from Galtech International will not only keep you cool on those hot summer days but will be an investment that will last you for years to come. With all the different sizes, styles and options to choose from, selecting the perfect umbrella for your outdoor space can be a bit overwhelming. Luckily here at Patio Heat and Shade we have years of experience and have simplified the decision-making process for you. Galtech offers over 30 models to choose from and we have narrowed down your search to the 4 main buying factors to consider below.

Factors to Consider:

﻿1. Canopy Size﻿

﻿2. Style﻿

﻿3. Material﻿

﻿4. Features﻿

#1 - Canopy Size

First and foremost, you will want to measure what you are trying to shade. Is it a large dining table? Is it a single chaise lounge by the pool? Knowing the dimensions of the objects you want to help protect from the sun will be your first step in identifying which size umbrella will fit perfect for your space. Good rule of thumb is your patio umbrella should extend a minimum of 2ft on each side of what you are trying to shade. For Example:

If you have a 4ft round table, then you will want 2ft on one side and 2ft on the other size, which gives you a canopy that is a minimum 8ft wide.

What Size Category do You Fall Under?

Small Umbrellas

Item Size: Under 48"

Recommended Canopy:
6'-8'

Medium Umbrellas

Item Size: Under 48" - 70"

Recommended Canopy:
8'-10'

Large Umbrellas

Item Size: Over 70"

Recommended Canopy:
10'-13'

#2 - Style

Now that you have decided which size canopy is best, now you need to determine what Style umbrella are you looking for. Galtech offers three different Styles to choose from which include Market, Cantilever and Specialty. Market umbrellas are the traditional style umbrella with the pole located in the center of the umbrella. Market umbrellas come in various material and finish options as well as different opening mechanism and tilting features. Cantilever or “off set” umbrellas have canopies that are supported from above with a post to the side which allows you to shade a large area without the obstruction that a center pole causes. Lastly, specialty umbrellas are usually shaped uniquely to shade areas where a market umbrella or a cantilever cannot. The only specialty umbrella that Galtech offers is the “half wall” umbrella which is perfect for sidewalk café’s or balcony settings.

blue market umbrella shading blue lounge deck chairs

﻿Shop Market Umbrellas﻿

white canopy cantilever umbrella shading a patio furniture set

﻿Shop Cantilever Umbrellas﻿

specialty umbrella over a bench with red flowers in the background

﻿Shop Half-Wall﻿

#3 - Material

Now that you have a size and a style in mind, let’s move on to material. There are two different material aspects to consider, the material that the frame is made from and the material of the fabric for the canopy. Lets’ start with the frame material. Below are some pros of each frame type that Galtech offers.

Benefits of Aluminum

More style options to choose from
Lightweight, low-maintenance material that is available in a variety of finish options
Multiple tilting options available
Stronger than wood frame umbrellas in windy environments (won't snap).

﻿Shop Aluminum Umbrellas﻿

Benefits of Wood

More style options to choose from
Lightweight, low-maintenance material that is available in a variety of finish options
Multiple tilting options available
Stronger than wood frame umbrellas in windy environments (won't snap).

﻿Shop Wood Umbrellas﻿

Benefits of Teak Wood

More style options to choose from
Lightweight, low-maintenance material that is available in a variety of finish options
Multiple tilting options available
Stronger than wood frame umbrellas in windy environments (won't snap).

﻿Shop Teak Umbrellas﻿

Next you will want to determine which fabric is best for you. Galtech offers two different fabric options and below is a side-by-side comparison of the two. When deciding which fabric is best you will want to consider the type of fabric, the fabric’s UV rating, the fabric’s UPF (sun blocking) properties and the length of the warranty.

Sunbrella

Fabric Type

100% Solution Dyed
Acrylic

UV Rating

1500+

UPF Blocking

50+

Warranty

5 Year

Suncrylic

Fabric Type

100% Solution Dyed
Acrylic & Polyester Blend

UV Rating

1000+

UPF Blocking

40+

Warranty

1 Year

#4 - Features

Last but certainly not least, you will need to think about what do you want out of your umbrella. Do you want something that Tilts? Do you want something that has LED lights? Or possibly you want something made from a single pole for added durability. Whatever you are looking for Galtech has a solution that is perfect for you. Check out our links below based on features.

Features:

﻿I want something that tilts﻿

﻿I want something with a crank lift﻿

﻿I want something with a pulley lift﻿

﻿I want something with LED lights﻿

Still unsure or need a little extra guidance? give our Patio Specialist a call at (855) 298 - 4922 and we would be happy to help you figure out which umbrella is right for you.

Galtech Buying Guide

Factors to Consider:

1. Canopy Size

2. Style

3. Material

4. Features

#1 - Canopy Size

What Size Category do You Fall Under?

Small Umbrellas

Medium Umbrellas

Large Umbrellas

#2 - Style

#3 - Material

Sunbrella

Suncrylic

#4 - Features

Features:

Ideas & Inspiration

Heating

Shading

Cooling

Outdoor Living

Commercial Applications

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Small Umbrellas

Medium Umbrellas

Large Umbrellas

Sunbrella

Suncrylic

Features:

Ideas & Inspiration

Heating

Shading

Cooling

Outdoor Living

Commercial Applications

Galtech Buying Guide

Factors to Consider:

﻿1. Canopy Size﻿

﻿2. Style﻿

﻿3. Material﻿

﻿4. Features﻿

#1 - Canopy Size

What Size Category do You Fall Under?

Small Umbrellas

Medium Umbrellas

Large Umbrellas

#2 - Style

#3 - Material

Sunbrella

Suncrylic

#4 - Features

Features:

Ideas & Inspiration

Heating

Shading

Cooling

Outdoor Living

Commercial Applications

Follow PatioHeatandShade on Social Media

Small Umbrellas

Medium Umbrellas

Large Umbrellas

Sunbrella

Suncrylic

Features:

Ideas & Inspiration

Heating

Shading

Cooling

Outdoor Living

Commercial Applications

1. Canopy Size

2. Style

3. Material

4. Features