Patio Umbrellas - Desperately Seeking Shade

By Jennifer Akre

So, you love being outside soaking up the rays. The warmth of the sun rejuvenates and energizes you. But after awhile, you’re wringing wet with sweat and turning as red as a lobster. You need some relief from the sizzling sunrays. Where do you turn, but into the cool shade of a patio umbrella?

On their own or in the middle of a table, patio umbrellas offer both a welcoming respite from the sun and a festive appeal. Often made of teak wood and available in a rainbow of colors, they help to create the feel of a backyard oasis while providing some extra comfort to your deck or patio. From poolside to garden the umbrella has always been a mainstay of summer fun and now they are sturdier than ever.

Expertly crafted from teak oak or aluminum, they can really stand up to the elements. And with new designs they can tilt and lock so you can direct shade anywhere you want it. Topped with Sunbrella fabric that is as rugged as it is beautiful, it resists fading, water and mildew, so its bold color or pattern will remain vibrant from season to season. With over forty solids and patterns available it is a good idea to shop online to see what style would best match your motif. You can also compare prices so you can get the best patio umbrella for your money.

In addition to cool comfort a patio umbrella can also provide you with an often hard to come by sense of privacy. Private spaces are safe and comforting which are both feelings you should find in your backyard getaway. Sitting under an umbrella the cool shaded darkness can provide a romantic retreat or some much needed time by yourself. Although total privacy is hard to achieve because there will always be a car on the road or a plane overhead , an umbrella is one way to increase your privacy anywhere. Available in octagon or square and sizes ranging from 6 feet to 11 feet you’ll be able to find the one that is just right for your needs.

No matter what you are using your patio umbrella for you can turn the fun factor up a notch with umbrella lights. Strung together like an octopus they attach to the ribs on the underside of your umbrella. Not only will you get extra lighting for your patio, but you will also be able to let the festivities continue on into the night.

So, come out of the sun and relax in the shade of a patio umbrella. Whether it’s over your patio table or lending some shade to your poolside chaise lounges, an umbrella is an essential feature of any patio or deck. Although we all love the sun, we sometimes need to step out of the light for awhile to protect our skin and cool off. Patio umbrellas provide the shelter we need from the sun without having to go indoors. There is no better time than now to chill out under one of your very own.

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