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

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

The mechanism for raising & lowering is so easy to use and brilliant design. So far it's worked well in normal wind conditions (Mass. coast)."

Well designed, solid and practical umbrella"