Mar 19 2010
Why Offset Umbrellas Have Got You Covered!
One of the newest market umbrella designs to appear on the outdoor decorating scene is the offset umbrella. As more people started to gravitate outside to dine, entertain, or just relax, there also came the need for a larger umbrella with more coverage, strength and durability. Offset umbrellas became the answer.
Versatile Design
Offset patio umbrellas are distinctive to other market umbrellas. First, they have more room under their canopy, allowing for extra headroom. Second, rather than having a pole in the centre like most patio umbrellas, they have side post umbrella stands, or a pole at the side, to maximize use of the outdoor space. Third, they are freestanding, enabling them to be positioned anywhere shading is required.
Another reason an offset umbrella makes the most of outdoor living space, is that you can pitch or tilt it up to 360 degrees. Screening you from the sun’s rays, no matter how high or low they may be.
Some offset umbrellas also come with special features, such as built-in canopy lights, so you can relax under ambient lighting into the evening hours.
Benefits of Offset Umbrellas
Offset umbrellas are the perfect choice when needing to shade a large area; or when a market umbrella with a center pole does not fit your needs. Also known as ‘cantilever’ umbrellas, due to the overhanging architectural structures of the same name, they offer more flexibility than the centre pole variety of umbrella. With sizes ranging from 9 to 13 feet, they can cover expansive areas such as large outdoor seating areas, swimming pools, hot tubs, or backyard windows.
Offset umbrellas come in a variety of sizes, colors and styles, making it easy to coordinate with your outdoor room’s decor. The best quality umbrellas available use Sunbrella fabrics. This is the strongest and highest quality outdoor fabric used today. Designed for fashionable looks and sturdy outdoor resistance, it has become the first choice for outdoor furniture.
Commercial Umbrellas
Cantilever umbrellas are also ideal for commercial establishments. In addition to their superior shading, they offer excellent wind resistance and contemporary good looks, without obscuring the view. This makes them the perfect choice for outdoor restaurants, beachfront cafes, and poolside at luxury hotels.
Sun Safety
Many of us enjoy soaking up the sun outdoors, however excessive exposure to the sun’s UV rays can cause skin cancer and damage. Cantilever umbrellas provide the perfect solution; keeping the sun at bay while still allowing you to enjoy the outdoors. Furthermore, if you have a swimming pool, its protection will allow you and your guests to stay outside for longer periods, sheltered from the hot sun. In addition, if you have children, your mind will always be at ease, knowing that your patio umbrella is protecting your children in their play area.
Get your backyard or deck ready for those warm summer days and nights by adding a versatile and attractive offset umbrella. Much more cost effective than installing a patio awning, you will also have ample shading combined with elegance – therefore, you cannot go wrong.
Robert Garcia has been working in the outdoor and patio industry for 15 years, designing, developing and selling new and exciting outdoor products. You can find beautiful patio umbrellas at CushionAndUmbrellas.com.