Outdoor Umbrellas

A cantilever umbrella, also called an offset or side-post umbrella, has its supporting post set to the side rather than through the centre of the canopy. This keeps the space underneath completely open, so it can shade a dining table, lounge or poolside without a pole in the way. Most cantilever umbrellas, including ours, also rotate and tilt so you can follow the sun through the day.

For a cantilever umbrella, size it to the area you want to shade rather than to a single table. Because it rotates and tilts, it can cover a whole zone through the day, and a canopy of around 3 metres suits a standard dining or lounge setting. For a centre-pole umbrella, choose a canopy that extends comfortably beyond the edge of your dining table so everyone seated is shaded. In both cases, measure your space before you choose.

A centre-pole umbrella, also called a market or patio umbrella, has a pole running through the middle of the canopy, usually through a hole in a dining table. It's a simple, space-efficient way to shade a table. A cantilever umbrella has the post set to one side, which leaves the area beneath the canopy open so you can shade seating, loungers or a table with no central pole. Cantilever designs also tend to offer more adjustment, with rotation and tilt to track the sun. We stock both, so you can choose what suits your space.

Yes. Every umbrella needs a base to stay stable. A cantilever umbrella needs a substantial base because the canopy extends out to the side, and options range from freestanding weighted bases to in-ground and on-ground mounting. A centre-pole umbrella sits in a base beneath the table, with the table helping to support the pole. Our team can help you choose the right base for your umbrella and your space.

Yes. Our umbrellas use quality frames and water and stain repellent canopy fabrics, made for outdoor use in New Zealand conditions. As with any umbrella, close it in strong wind and use a protective cover when it isn't in use to get the longest life from it.