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A Beginner's Guide to Choosing the Perfect Patio Umbrella
Not sure what you need? Start here.
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Keep cool this summer with the addition of a SimplyShade umbrella to your outdoor oasis. SimplyShade offers a full line of rugs and umbrella lights that would be the perfect accessories to compliment your outdoor shade. Made from the same quality powder coated aluminum frames as their sister company Treasure Garden, SimplyShade umbrellas are the best choice for those looking to invest in an umbrella without breaking the bank. SimplyShade has 16 different umbrella models that range in size, finish, fabrics and price points to choose from. With all the different options available, 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. Follow our guide below and check out 4 main buying factors you should consider.
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Item Size: Under 48"
Recommended Canopy:
6'-8'
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.
Item Size: Under 48" - 70"
Recommended Canopy:
8'-10'
Item Size: Over 70"
Recommended Canopy:
10'-13'
Now that you have decided which size canopy is best, now you need to determine what style umbrella are you looking for. SimplyShade 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 like the Capri to shade areas where a market umbrella or a cantilever cannot, or they have special features like the Isabela that has tassels that hang around the brim of the umbrella canopy.
Now that you have a size and a style in mind, let’s move on to Material. The good news is the majority of SimplyShade umbrella frames and ribs are made of quality powder coated aluminum with the exception of the Ibiza specialty umbrella that is made of anodized aluminum with hardwood ribs and the Tahiti and Capri specialty umbrellas that are made of lightweight aluminum frames.
When considering material, you’ll really want to take the material of the fabric for the canopy into consideration. SimplyShade offers two different fabric options and below is a side-by-side comparison. 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. For more detailed information on fabrics check out our Umbrella Fabrics Guide.
Fabric Type
100% Solution Dyed
Acrylic
UV Rating
1500+
UPF Blocking
50+
Warranty
5 Year
Fabric Type
100% Solution Dyed Polypropylene
(Olefin)
UV Rating
500+
UPF Blocking
40+
Warranty
2 Year
When considering material, you’ll really want to take the material of the fabric for the canopy into consideration. SimplyShade offers two different fabric options and below is a side-by-side comparison. 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. For more detailed information on fabrics check out our Umbrella Fabrics Guide.
