5 WAYS TO CHOOSE UMBRELLAS THAT ARE WIND-RESISTANT

There is nothing more irritating than the continuous rattling of an outdoor umbrella. Suppose you are lounging by the pool in the sun under the shade of an umbrella but the device is continuously wobbling and making annoying sounds because of high winds. The situation only gets worse if you are relaxing at the beach under an umbrella and a sudden gust of wind blows away the umbrella. Now, imagine the embarrassment of a restaurant or café owner when he finds that strong winds toppled a couple of his umbrellas. This not only earns a bad reputation for the eateries but there is also a chance that the umbrellas might get damaged and destroy property.

So what is the way out? Spending time outdoors without an umbrella, particularly during the harsh Australian summer, is not an option either because of their practical use.They protect you from nature’s elements —  whether it’s rain or shine.

So you need to choose a heavy duty outdoor umbrella that is wind-resistant. However, we must warn you that umbrellas are not permanent structures. If the wind speed increases, you must pack your umbrella immediately. Obviously, a bit of breeze won’t cause much harm to your umbrella. But a strong wind might topple your umbrella. That’s why we have prepared a list of suggestions that might help you to choose the best heavy dutyoutdoor umbrella — be it a patio umbrella or a cantilever umbrella. Read on…

1. Structure

You can choose the shape of your umbrella according to your needs. But it is crucial to note how the umbrella is secured. In the case of cantilever umbrellas, you can either secure them to a wall or fasten them to the ground. For patio or pool umbrellas, you can mount them on the deck floor and use sandbags and other weighted items to keep them in place. You can also opt for umbrellas with vents as they allow wind to pass through with low resistance.

• Material

We would like to suggest to our readers that they should never compromise on quality while purchasing a heavy duty umbrella. One way to do thatis to buy products made of high-quality materials. Options in outdoor umbrella materials include:

• Acrylic: Acrylic is a soft fabric that can be dyed in different colours. It is quite versatile and you can print your design patterns. The material is wrinkle-resistant and, therefore, retains the shape of an umbrella.
• Polyester: Polyester is a cost-effective and durable fabric.It is unlikely to stretch and can maintain its shape.It can also be washed and dried with ease.

• Frame

You must choose umbrellas that come with rust-resistant frames. It ensures that the umbrellas will last longer. However, we would advise you from purchasing wooden-frame umbrellas because they tend to snap under strong winds. The other options are:

• Steel: Stainless steel is pretty sturdy and durable. They are corrosion-resistant and are a great choice for pool umbrellas.
• Aluminium: You might think that aluminium, being lightweight, might not be effective against high winds. But it’s not true. They offer a strong frame that can resist winds. They are also corrosion-resistant and affordable.

• Base of an umbrella:The base of an outdoor umbrella is extremely important because it will hold, supportand secure the centre pole during windy conditions. An umbrella with a weighted base reduces the chances of your device from wobbling when a nice breeze is blowing. However, it doesn’t guarantee that yourumbrella won’t fly away in high winds. Neither does it ensure that an umbrella won’t sway in windy conditions.

So you must choose wisely. You must also keep in mind that an umbrella that weighs less will require stronger support, while a heavy-base umbrella might not need substantial weightto hold it down. The base could also feature a bolt or a similar mechanism that would tighten the pole firmly and keep your umbrella stable.

• Mechanism: We know that you are great planners and can plan your day well in advance. However, it can still become tricky to predict the weather.So you should think of buying a heavy duty outdoor umbrellathat’s easy to operate. The umbrellas should be structured in such a way that they can be opened and closed easily.

If you are buying cantilever umbrellas, you must also look for the tilt and rotation feature. This option allows the umbrellas to be flexible as they can be raised or lowered or tilted to permit movement from left to right, forward and backwards.

CONCLUSION

Now that you have learnt about the process of choosing an outdoor umbrella that is wind-resistant, we would once again advise you that you must pack your umbrellas if the wind is too strong. This is because even the strongest umbrellas could topple or fly away when facing high winds. You must also remember to buy a good quality umbrella that is long-lasting. This way, you can make a sound investment. There are various kinds of umbrellas that are available in the market but you must buy one that suits your needs. Nowadays, umbrella manufacturers are also giving options to buy customized outdoor umbrellas. You can also check them out before making a purchase!