Designer parasols for hot sunny days
Parasols: The small 1×1 of stylish shading
Our summers in the 21st century keep bringing record temperatures. It is all the more important to be able to relax at home in the shade of the garden, terrace or balcony. A parasol will help you with this. Because if you choose the right diameter, materials and umbrella stand, you have the perfect shade by your side, which protects you from aggressive UV rays and heat and still looks stylish.
Get inspiration for the different possibilities of stylish shading and find out which sun protection offers the best concept for your home: Here in Feidao we inform you about the differences in form, function and purpose of modern designer sunshades.
Parasol variants – many shapes and formats
A practical parasol has a lot to offer. Even in the simplest version, it keeps the sun’s rays at bay and protects your skin from sunburn and allergic reactions. Manufacturers today offer you a wide variety of models – you can choose between UV-resistant textiles, different shade diameters and shapes, stands or brackets.
Modern parasols from designer brands can be very light or present themselves as stable with an electric motor and a pivoting canopy. Which type is suitable for your outdoor area depends on the style of your garden furniture, but also on the location and the desired shading area.
The parasol as a classic
This is how we all know it: The classic garden umbrella usually has a round canopy, a stand and a middle pole as a mast. The latter bears the entire weight of the umbrella and is therefore made of either solid wood or durable metal. High-quality market umbrellas in uni colors or contrasting colors are also made of aluminum and, being lightweight, are particularly easy to transport. When it comes to function, color and materials, you have a wide choice. Because parasols are available as:
- Plain-colored, rectangular or square parasols like the Messina from Skagerak for large patio areas
- space-saving balcony parasols as square half parasols or, for example, with practical railing attachment
- Feather-light beach umbrellas like the Hawaii parasol for holidays or the swimming pool
The traffic light umbrella as a special form
A functional cantilever parasol is always a great eye-catcher for a spacious seat in the middle of your garden. This type of parasol is best used where a garden lounge or dining area takes center stage.
In this way, the entire space under the cantilever parasol can be used because no annoying parasol stand takes up the space. Colorful tables, benches plus chairs or elegant outdoor sofas and armchairs
Awning and parasol: an unbeatable team
If you want to shade a larger area for a garden party, an awning is a good idea in addition to large parasols. It is usually quickly stretched between trees, facades or masts and acts as a surprising eye-catcher against the background of green treetops. Flexible sun sails are quickly tidied up again after use and, compared to an awning, only consume a small amount of money.
Designer parasols have it all
Parasols as functional all-rounders make it possible for you to spend time outdoors in summer. Because what could be nicer than relaxing in the pleasant shade under sun protection and enjoying a cool ice cream. Design manufacturers for the outdoor area, have come up with a lot of ideas and have further developed parasols and stands.
If you want to reconsider or add to your sun protection, you should know the advantages of their equipment and functions in advance:
- First, take a close look at the location for the parasol. Because it is important to know whether the terrace or seating area is exposed to wind and weather or whether, for example, a loggia close to the wall of the house offers protection.
- If the umbrella is outside all summer long, you should also find out about the advantages of weatherproof and UV-resistant umbrella fabrics. After all, rain, wind and sunshine take their toll on outdoor textiles. High-quality functional fabrics also have the advantage that they are durable and therefore sustainable. They are also easier to clean.
- The stability of your parasol stand, its size and weight also play a role if you want to enjoy your parasol for a long time.
After all, they have to carry the weight of the parasol and remain stable even in a fresh breeze. When the sun moves, parasol bases with wheels are ideal – you can easily correct the position of the parasol at any time.
As far as the opening and closing mechanism of parasols is concerned, you also have a number of features to choose from: the most well-known is opening at the push of a button while the parasol is pushed up at the same time. This is more convenient with a manual hand crank or with ingenious cable pulls. Parasols with remote control are also very popular. A small motor does the work for you here.
Tip: No matter which model you choose, if you don’t dismantle and store your umbrella every evening, you should protect it with a specially coated cover. However, wait until your parasol is completely dry before putting the protective cover on. This way you avoid ugly mold stains in the fabric. In winter, however, you should definitely secure your practical helper a dry place in the house or in the garage.
Stylish parasols – eye-catchers on the terrace and in the garden
To furnish your open-air living room in the garden or on the terrace with atmosphere, they play just as important a role as chic garden sofas, sun loungers and outdoor floor lamps – we’re talking about parasols.
Nothing works without them in summer, because the elegant shades in white, gray or brightly colored are attractive design objects and keep the sun at bay. This means that harmful UV radiation cannot harm your skin.
Tip: Some garden umbrella manufacturers now offer the recommended international UV standard 801 for outdoor textiles that are particularly resistant to radiation.
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