Ten feet of fabric on a curved arm catches a lot of wind. On an unweighted stand the umbrella rocks, slides or goes over.

Two fillable sandbags come with the cross base, and a vent at the top of the canopy lets gusts escape rather than lift. Close it in strong wind, as the manufacturer advises.

Over a sectional on the lawn

On a lawn beside the house, the canopy covers a full sectional from a post standing at one corner. The sandbags on the base sit on the grass, off the patio.

Vent and fabric

Arrows show air leaving through the vent at the top, which the manufacturer says reduces wind pressure. The fabric panel below names sun protection, drizzle and tear resistance.

Release to rotate

Release the locking mechanism and turn the canopy to where you need it. It goes all the way round, so there is no bad side to set the post on.

What the drawing gives

A 10 foot canopy, 8 feet overall and 6.2 feet to the rim, on a 36 inch cross base with sandbags about 23.5 inches long. The rim is low enough to feel sheltered on a sofa.

A crossed base and two fillable sandbags come with it, so it can be weighted down the day it arrives.

Loosen the lock, move the handle, and the canopy stops at any angle.

Unlock and the canopy turns a full circle round the post to follow the sun.

The top connector is enclosed with a self-locking hinge, which the manufacturer says stops sway and keeps water out.

An extra strap ties the canopy to the pole for more wind resistance.

Eight heavy-duty ribs hold the canopy, with an air vent at the top to release gusts.

Ships from our United States warehouse. Delivery to Canada usually takes 8 to 14 business days, with no customs charges or duties to pay on arrival. Free shipping on orders over $150, a flat $18.90 below that, and tracking by email as soon as it leaves.

Return within 14 days of purchase, unused, in original condition and packaging.

Covered directly by the manufacturer under their warranty terms for material and manufacturing defects.

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The sandbags are in the carton. Fill them with play sand from any hardware store and the umbrella is safe to open that afternoon, with no second delivery to wait for.

The arm reaches over lounge seating from one side, so the shade lands on cushions rather than on a pole in the middle of them. Rotate it off the sofa and over the table at dinner.

A vent, a fixing strap and an enclosed top joint are the details aimed at keeping a big canopy steady on a gusty day. Close it anyway when a storm is forecast, and fasten the strap round the folded canopy.

What we stand behind

• The sandbags are included per the listing.
• Every height quoted is read from this colour's own drawing.
• Ships from our United States warehouse, free shipping over $150, and 14 day returns unused in the original packaging.
• 14 day returns, unused and in the original packaging.

How much do the sandbags hold?

Two sandbags come with it. The listing text says they hold up to 220 lb, but the manufacturer's own base image on this colour says up to 116 lb, so we are not quoting a figure. Fill both completely and close the umbrella in strong wind.

What are the dimensions?

This colour's drawing gives a 10 foot canopy, 8 feet overall and 6.2 feet to the rim, with a 36 inch cross base. A 10 foot canopy covers a sofa group or a round table of about 60 inches.

Does it tilt?

The shared listing text describes an infinite tilt on a locking handle, but this colour's images only show rotation. Treat tilt as described by the listing rather than shown.

What should I do in bad weather?

The manufacturer notes that in severe weather the umbrella should be closed to prolong its life. Crank it down and wrap the fixing strap round the canopy. Store it dry over winter.