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Wind Vents:Why are they important and how to pick the right one?

March 11, 2010 Patio Umbrella Buying Guides

A wind vent is a flap in the fabric of canopy, or top, of a patio umbrella, that allows for wind and heat to escape the top of the umbrella. There are two main reasons why this is important: Stability and Comfort. So why are there different types of Wind Vents? Why would one type of Wind Vent be different than another? Let’s go over the differences.

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It’s the Tilt Functions that Define an Umbrella.

March 11, 2010 Patio Umbrella Buying Guides

The principal of umbrella tilting is pretty basic: You do something at the crank or under the canopy, and the umbrella tilts. However, to arm you with the right knowledge of the definitive feature of any patio umbrella, let’s break down the different tilting functions into their pro’s and con’s so you can make an informed and satisfying choice.

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Patio Umbrella Buying Guide

March 11, 2010 Patio Umbrella Buying Guides

If you’re not sure what type of patio umbrella fits your needs, these tips can help. Always remember, you’re the best judge of what outdoor umbrella you want, but we’ve put together some basic guidelines so that you feel confident in your purchase.
Our umbrellas are designed to shade different types of areas. For each [...]

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