Patio Umbrellas

This is the second Coolibar Cantilever Patio Umbrella we've ordered...and we couldn't be happier with its performance. Extremely easy to set up -- we had it out of its packing box and open on the deck in less than 10 mins. The umbrella bell is large and taut...no excessive flapping around and it is very east to open and close. We have a large sand-filled stand instead of the recommended pavers to hold the umbrella and it holds very well even in the strongest winds. The canopy is light yet strong...it looked like new after two years in the high desert sun. One caution - be sure to lower the umbrella and bungee cord it to its stand if you expect high wind action. Our first umbrella was caught out and even though the canopy was down, the wind it and broke the top joint beyond repair. However, the product is so perfect for our deck we had to get another one."..."  Read more

I've had my umbrella for about a month and couldn't be more pleased. We've have some very unusual weather for Summer time with high winds and excessive heavy rain storms. I assembled my umbrella into my patio dining set the day I received it. It has been fully opened since the day I got it. I have not once closed it. (I didn't even have it on a base for the first few days.) This umbrella withstands the weather wonderfully!! The air flows right thru it as they claim yet it blocks the sun and provides great shade. Just remember you don't get the full 100% blockage but it does provide the 90 something percent blockage, I'm sure. There is a noticeable temp difference from the deck surface in direct sunlight vs the shaded deck under the umbrella. There is a very minimal diffused sunlight that does get through but this is what I wanted. (I have a pergola w/ shade cloth fabric just the same.)This umbrella has been stable in all ways through the elements. Great w/ wind, dries very quickly, provides cool shade/diffused light. I am VERY pleased and feel I have gotten my money's worth already."..."  Read more