A clear spring or summer day is the perfect time to enjoy some time outdoors. Maybe you want to enjoy a light lunch in the fresh air, or sit outside and watch your children at play in the yard, or even simply have fun chatting with friends around a patio table! No matter your reason for sitting outside, you’ll run into the question of shade. It is always wise to provide yourself with adequate sun and heat protection when outside for a prolonged period of time, and especially if you are eating food.

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What kind of shading should you buy?
Many would turn to the umbrella table, but the design of an umbrella table is very unwieldy. The umbrella rod in the center of the table takes up valuable table space, and can make even a simple outdoor lunch a hassle.
Who wants their plate set near the edge of the table?
The real solution to the shading problem is the Cantilever umbrellas. Unlike an umbrella table, Cantilever umbrellas are supported by a freestanding pole that can be placed next to the table. . This way, it provides shade but doesn’t take up precious table space. The umbrella is typically also supported by additional beams and rods, depending on size and shape—the most common shapes being circular, square, and hexagonal.
Don’t worry about Cantilever umbrellas toppling over. The pole of the umbrella is supported by a heavy base to keep it in place, and some companies will even test their products to determine the miles-per-hour limit they can withstand. Good Cantilever umbrellas should be able to withstand at least 30mph winds before running into the possibility of falling over. However, you should always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when assembling the umbrella to ensure that the base is assembled correctly and sturdy.
Most Cantilever umbrellas are 9 to 13 feet in diameter, and are able to shade a small table and chairs, making them perfect shading for outdoor dining.