The Benefits of Cantilever Parasols
When you are looking for something new this year to grace your garden, you might want to consider a cantilever parasol. Also called a free standing parasol, a side arm parasol, a banana parasol, an overhanging or free hanging parasol, these lovely parasols come in a wide range of sizes, shapes and colours. This parasol is both flexible and versatile and has revolutionised the way shade is created in the garden.
Protection from the sun is the primary function of a parasol but a cantilever parasol will also provide something more than your ordinary parasol. Most parasols fit through the hole in the centre of a garden furniture table but this one is different - the canopy hangs at the side and is supported on an arm which is either curved or at a right angle to the stem. This can be used with tables that lack a central hole, or can be used over hot tubs or spas, sandpits or play areas, on decking or on patios, in fact anywhere at all in the garden which could do with some extra shade.
The construction and operation of a cantilever parasol makes it perfect for providing shade regardless of the position of the sun. Most parasols simply shade from above, but the cantilever parasol can shade from late afternoon or evening sun. The Cantilever Parasol has the additional benefit of being able to be effortlessly tilted and rotated through 360. This means that not matter where the sun is in the sky, the area you wish to be shaded can be covered. The unique curved design makes raising and manoeuvring the canopy effortless.
Most cantilever parasols are created from aluminium tubing frames supporting high grade polyester waterproof canopies. They are fade and rot resistant and come with air vents to ensure security in high winds. Most are operated with a hand crank system which gives a convenient system for opening and closing the parasol locking device which secures the parasol in any tilted position. The addition of the base adds an extra metre onto the size of the canopy to give the width of the whole set when erected.
Side arm or cantilever parasols are available in a range of different colours and in a number of different shapes and sizes. Garden Furniture Scotland has many of these on display and can deliver them throughout UK for free within a few days. Make a feature of your garden today. Invest in a cantilever parasol.
If you have ever wanted to know about Cantilever Parasols, simply read this excellent article and find out all about them. Garden Furniture England has a wide range of parasols of all kinds. Think about investing in a Cantilever Parasol this year.
