Escaping the sun in south Louisiana can be a challenge. Add in the heat, glare and rain, especially during the summer months, and enjoying all of the activities on your patio can be more difficult than it should be. However, with the right patio umbrella, you can enhance everything from your outdoor furniture to your time spent outside. Here are a few of the features and types of patio umbrellas.
Types of Patio Umbrellas
A good patio umbrella provides shade, protection, and an elegant look. No matter what your preference or need there is a patio umbrella for you. Here are some of the different styles and applications available.
- Table/Tilting Umbrellas – Table umbrellas are arguably the most common type of patio umbrellas. These umbrellas are designed to stand in the hole of a patio table. Table umbrellas also have a tilting feature that offers more versatility. With a pivoting mechanism, the umbrella does not have to remain in a fixed position.
- Cantilever Umbrella – Cantilever or off-set umbrellas have a large, solid base, that allows for it to cast shade and protection without being directly in the middle of a table or in between chairs. The long arm that holds up the canopy can be positioned to allow for a larger movement area.
Umbrella Bases
In order to keep your umbrella upright and stable it needs a base. Table umbrellas require a lighter base, as it also has the table for support. For umbrellas that are placed between chairs and tables or other areas, heavier, freestanding bases should be used. Roll around bases are also available. These types of bases are easier to move from place to place.
Additional Umbrella Features
Shade isn’t the only thing your umbrella can provide. There are a variety of accessories you can add to your umbrella. From LED lights to a Bluetooth speaker, you can enhance your outdoor space.
Umbrella covers purchased from Casual Creations can also be removed and cleaned in your washing machine and cleaning them with bleach, keeping them looking and performing great season after season.
No matter your taste or the needs of your outdoor space, there is an umbrella for you. The local experts at Casual Creations in Baton Rouge are here to help. With high quality products, repairs, warranties, and exceptional service Casual Creations has all of your outdoor space needs.
