Patio Umbrellas

I have only had the umbrella up for about 2 weeks. It seems to be very well constructed. I am not sure what I was expecting, but I am surprised at the simplicity of the design. The umbrella arrived via Fedex Home Delivery - well packed and in pristine condition. The installation instructions were relatively easy to follow. I installed the umbrella on a deck, so I had the "deck plate" option. I did have to go purchase some lag screws - to complete the installation (it would seem like they could be included with the deck plate kit). Although they do recommend that you close the umbrella during rain/wind, the umbrella was very stable in a small unexpected rain/wind storm. The umbrella opens and closes very easily with a small crank. You can also rotate (around) the whole umbrella assembly and tip the umbrella (only) as needed - depending on the sun's position. Lastly, the entire umbrella can be easily removed and stored at the end of the season - leaving only the deck plate on the deck. The deck plate is roughly 9 inches round and 1/2 inch thick, so it will not bother anything at all. I will probably just put a table over it! All in all, I am a very happy guy."..."  Read more

Can't wait to try it out. Plan on using this portable umbrella for some shade at our neighborhood pool. The quality of the umbrella appears to be good and it folds up and has a nice carry case. Price was great."..."  Read more

Well designed, solid and practical umbrella"

Quality product; attractive; functional.[...] Great transaction! Required a bit of liquid soap on tubular base to make it fit into table opening."