A beautiful and stylish beach umbrella – how to choose the right one?

by Kremy PUBLISHED Jul 8, 2015

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Choosing a classic beach umbrella
- What do you need to know when buying a portable beach umbrella?

What is a beach umbrella and how it is different from outdoor umbrellas? Well, this is a very good question and we shall try to give you an answer as it is important to know how to get the best parasol for you and your family. Beach umbrellas protect us from the sun and rain. There are several types distinguished by size, quality and the material from which the canopy is made.

Choosing a classic beach umbrella

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A beach umbrella is not a luxury. It is a necessity which saves us from getting a painful sunburn after a long day at the sandy shore. The main difference between an outdoor umbrella and the one for the seaside is that you can fold the latter and carry it in your car or in your bag. Automatically, this means that these parasols are smaller in size than patio umbrellas. The most popular sizes vary from 1.5 meters to 1.8 meters. The fabric of umbrellas also may differ. Different models are manufactured with a canopy of vinyl, canvas, thick polyester or synthetic thatch. Some models are especially manufactured and offered with higher sun protection (SPF).

What do you need to know when buying a portable beach umbrella?

When we speak about parasols which you carry with yourself, the first important factor is the lightweight. Beach umbrella models are usually manufactured with metal poles and the weight will depend on the size, as bigger models would require a more stable pole. A portable beach umbrella needs to withstand wind as well. Of course, we come to the appearance of the umbrella. What kind of design are you looking for? The most basic design is a simple plain color. Umbrellas come in a variety of colors, color combinations and patterns. Some of them have stripes, typically with one color paired against white or yellow.