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Which is better for your outdoor space? A Permanent Shade or an Outdoor Umbrella?

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Australia is a beautiful country to live and enjoy your life to the fullest. And there's one thing it gives us rights to brag about; is the lovely sunny weather. And there is no better way to enjoy the abundance of bright days than with a great outdoor setup. Of course, you may be thinking about sun protection with hats and sunscreen, but your ideal family dinner outdoor scenario won't be complete without a great outdoor umbrella. If you want to make the most of your outdoor furniture investment, you should go for some quality outdoor umbrellas for your Sydney home, a cafe or an outdoor restaurant setup. But what will you choose? A permanent shade or a cantilever outdoor umbrella . Here we are shedding some lights on both of these options.  Outdoor Patio Umbrella:  A great addition to your patio furniture Cantilever umbrellas are delivering a sense of comfort to patio lovers with the flexibility of adjustment and durability. The outdoor umbrella’s overall design optimized th...

Umbrella Base Options – how to safely secure your umbrella

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When it comes to securing your umbrella there are many different options to choose from. The most important thing is that the umbrella is adequately stabilised and cannot fall over or blow away in the wind. Freestanding bases offer the flexibility of being able to move the umbrella, while fixed installation provides greater wind resistance. This article discusses the different types of outdoor umbrella base options and helps you make the right choice for your home or business. Freestanding base vs fixed installation FREESTANDING BASE: A freestanding base allows you to move the umbrella around your patio or cafĂ© outdoor seating area. This can be good if there are several furniture settings that you want to shade with the one umbrella (eg. two different areas) or if you want to move the umbrella as the sun moves throughout the day. Movable bases are also a great option if you’re living in a rental property and can’t get permission to do a fixed installation. Installations can also be pro...

Outdoor Umbrellas – The Ultimate Buyers Guide for Your Garden or Patio

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Bring the party outdoors for everyone to enjoy with an   outdoor umbrella   providing shade and style to your outdoor area. Instant Shade Umbrellas are industry leaders when it comes to quality outdoor umbrellas. From the classic octagonal market umbrella to giant cantilever umbrellas and wall-mounted umbrellas, here is our guide to help you select the right outdoor umbrella for your family. Types of Outdoor Umbrellas available for your home: Patio Umbrellas  (also known as Market Umbrellas or Centre-Pole Umbrellas) Cantilever Umbrellas  (also known as side-post umbrellas) Wall Mount Umbrellas Cantilever vs Market Umbrellas vs Wall Mount Umbrellas For many years market umbrellas with a pole in the center of the shade and a rope-and-pulley opening mechanism were the most popular option for Australian backyards. These days cantilever umbrellas are much more popular, allowing for better shade coverage over furniture and swimming pools due to the main post being off to t...

What to look for while buying a market umbrella?

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While buying a commercial umbrella for your cafĂ©, restaurant, or resort, there are a few essential points that you should keep in mind. Whether you buy online or visit a local shop, make sure to focus on fabric, pole material, mechanics, and how much shade you want to provide to your guests to give them a convenient experience. At the same time, you also need to ensure that a  market umbrella  is durable and cost-effective. Never end up buying poor quality commercial umbrellas just because of the low price. The fabric of the umbrella: The umbrella's fabric plays a vital role in providing the required shade and comfort to your customers. Material has to be of good quality to protect against UV rays for a long time and does not fade easily. It will also give away a poor impression of your restaurant. You can choose an umbrella with acrylic canvas or polyester canvas as they are ideal for restaurants and cafes. Frame: Aluminum is one of the best options when it comes to  mar...

Looking for a Cantilever umbrella in Melbourne?

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Cantilever umbrellas are designed to act just as other patio umbrellas are, for the same purposes. Relaxing shade, protection from harsh UV rays and rain showers are the common benefits, but they do so in a special way and have several other advantages. With a secure offset foundation, a cantilever umbrella purchased in Melbourne is built to allow you to make good use of the room you have. Keeping the pole out of the way and allowing you to shade a wide area with an unobstructed view. In order to have a shadow on , they can be placed outside a deck or balcony rail without taking up any floor space on the deck or balcony. It is also possible to put cantilever umbrellas on the edge of a pool, seating or dining area, patio roof or garden area, and then simply open or close for comfort. What do they do? These are designed to allow movement from left to right, forward and backwards or even a complete 360-degree rotation, these flexible umbrellas can be raised, lowered and tilted, allowing ...

Looking to purchase residential outdoor umbrellas?

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In the world of urbanisation and matchbox personal spaces, an outdoor area is truly a luxury. But a nice outdoor area comes with its own challenges. A summer day out is only comfortable as long as the sun doesn’t directly affect you.  Outdoor umbrellas are very useful in this aspect. But as with all outdoor furniture, an umbrella is tricky. It isn’t cheap and you would definitely prefer one that can withstand the elements. What's the best kind of outdoor umbrella? When buying a patio umbrella, the first decision you have to make is what design you want. The outdoor space limitations, the layout of the furniture and the intended use will all take into account which style is right for you. Your own personal taste is the final determinant, even after considering all of these variables. But what's there out there? There is a wide range of patio umbrellas to choose from but all of them generally fall into one of two categories: centre pole or offset. What are Different Kinds of Pa...

Why are marketers banking on market umbrellas?

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Promotional commercial umbrellas are widely used across Australia , but they are particularly popular here in Sydney. And, for good reason. While commercial umbrellas are a lightweight and flexible shade solution, they offer superior durability, and for Sydney businesses, they also offer great promotional value. It’s no wonder so many businesses and homeowners use commercial umbrellas in Sydney to shade decks, pools, gardens and other outdoor areas. Large Imprint Areas: There is still a big enough space to get imaginative and imprint the desired artwork or post, whether it is a market umbrella or a huge golf umbrella. There are also plenty of design choices, such as printing on each panel across the entire top section or printing an individual design. Reach: An outdoor promotional marketing tool such as the umbrella has the ability to be used on rainy days by hundreds of different people since it is often on the move and used in various locations. Choices of Color: To fit the inten...