Create Summer Shade With Cantilever Umbrellas

One of the main advantages of a cantilever umbrella is it's portability as opposed to other forms of garden shade ideas. Being able to position the shade whenever and where ever you want can be very handy sometimes.

Cantilever umbrella's come in a range of sizes but they are mostly quite large, usually ranging from 9' upwards. I think a 10' or better gives the most amount of shade for a number of people to sit quite comfortable under.

I really like the fact that the pole is offset so you don't have to lean this way and that to have a conversation with some one sitting opposite you. You don't need a hole in the table either. It certainly makes it a lot easier to move around freely.

The canopies are usually made from a polyester type fabric, Sunbrella fabric or Coolaroo, which is a knitted, breathable material. Most are waterproofed, fade resistant and mold and mildew resistant. The pole and framework is usually aluminum with an attractive anodized finish.

The only real drawback of this type of umbrella is that, because of the offset weight, they can blow over quite easily. The more expensive ones have a weighted base to prevent this, or you can purchase a base separately. You could also simply use sand bags or heavy pavers to weight them down. Obviously this does not look very attractive but usually does the job.

Cantilever 10' Umbrella, 10'DIAMETER, TERRA COTTA

Available in three colors Terra Cotta (pictured) Mocha and Smoke. This also features a breathable fabric with 90% UV Block. Good sturdy construction.

Blue Wave Terra Cotta 10ft Sq. Santorini Cantilever Patio Umbrella with Valance

Attractive and modern square umbrella features an Olefin canopy which is colorfast and durable. The base foot pedal allows you to turn the umbrella a full rotation of 360 degrees and the base holds 200lbs of sand to keep the umbrella anchored firmly. This umbrella can be tilted in any direction to give you maximum shade.