What is the largest size patio umbrella?

Patio Umbrella Size Chart

Table Size Umbrella Size Umbrella Base
Up to 54″ 9′ 50 – 65 lb
Up to 62″ 10′ 65 – 75 lb
Up to 84″ 11′ 75 lb
Cantilever Umbrellas 9 – 11′ Included

How big should my umbrella stand be?

A good way to determine the minimum weight for your umbrella stand is to multiply the width of your umbrella canopy by 10. For example, for a 7.5′ umbrella we recommend using a 75 lb. umbrella stand; a 9′ umbrella will require at least an 90 lb. umbrella stand.

What size is a normal patio umbrella?

Your umbrella should typically extend over your dining table by 2 feet on each side. If you have a 4-foot rounded table, this means you need an umbrella that measures 8 feet in diameter.

What is the difference between a market umbrella and a cantilever umbrella?

Market umbrellas are upright umbrellas with a straight pole at their center. Cantilever umbrellas allow shading of lounge furniture arrangements or other difficult-to-shade areas, without the obstruction of an umbrella pole in the center of the space.

How heavy should a base be for a 9ft umbrella?

Patio Umbrella Base Weight Chart

Free-Standing Umbrella Size (Diameter/Length in Feet) 5 Feet or Less 9 Feet
Minimum Base Weight (In Pounds) 50 lbs or Less 90 lbs

What is a big umbrella called?

The largest hand-portable umbrellas are golf umbrellas. Parasols are occasionally called sunshades. An umbrella may also be called a brolly (UK slang), parapluie (nineteenth century, French origin), rainshade, gamp (British, informal, dated), or bumbershoot (rare, facetious American slang).

Should I fill umbrella base with water or sand?

Filling the base with wet sand provides the best support for heavier umbrellas, however it is not recommended for those who wish to frequently relocate the Cantilever as it becomes much heavier to move and more difficult to empty. Supports up to 132 lbs.

How do I know what size patio umbrella to buy?

Determining Size The general rule is to choose an umbrella five (5) feet larger than the area you want to shade. Here are some guidelines to sizing your shade area for tables: 6 foot shade diameter will cover up to a 30-inch bistro or café tables and usually only two (2) chairs.

What is a good height for a patio umbrella?

Your umbrella should be 7 to 9 feet tall, no matter which type of area you’re shading. For an outdoor table, you need a 2-feet shade buffer around the table for optimal comfort. The extra shade provides a fuller glare-free experience depending on where the sun is in the sky.

What color patio umbrella is best for sun protection?

Clothing studies say that around 10 percent of UV rays get through black and vivid colors, but up to 20 percent penetrate pastels or whites. Double the rays. Black is the best for umbrella color for UV protection, and the thicker and more tightly woven the fabric, the better.

Which is better aluminum or steel patio umbrellas?

Aluminum: The most durable and versatile of the pole material options, aluminum is rust-resistant and extremely strong. Steel: Steel umbrellas offer many of the strength and feature benefits of aluminum but it’s less expensive. This is due in part to the fact that steel doesn’t have aluminum’s resistance to rust.

How do I keep my patio umbrella from blowing away?

How Do You Keep Your Patio Umbrella From Blowing Away?

  1. Keep the Unused Umbrella Closed.
  2. Use a Heavy Base.
  3. Know What Base is Required for Your Umbrella.
  4. Buy One with Air Vent, or Make One.
  5. Get a Durable Table.
  6. Don’t Be Reactive.
  7. Strengthen the Ribs.
  8. Beef-Up the Base.