A commercial patio umbrella, sometimes called a parasol, is used to shade outdoor seating, dining or bathing areas, protecting users from the sun. Weatherproof models also protect from the rain.
In addition to shading, a parasol can help define a commercial area, such as a restaurant terrace. It may be lit at night to create an inviting ambiance. There is a variety of colors and styles.
While some models have a central support anchored by a heavy base, others hang from an offset support attached to the floor, appearing to float over a large open area. Frames are often made of light, robust materials such as aluminum or stainless steel. Some are dome-shaped, though funnel and other configurations can be used to reduce wind-related problems.
Consider the area to be covered. It should be larger than the table, bathing or seating area, or public space to be shaded. Verify that there is sufficient head room under the parasol. Favor high-quality sun-resistant and wind-compatible designs. Determine ease of opening, closing and storage. Check local regulations and evaluate the potential need for protection against staining, corrosion and harsh weather.
- Folding models common
- Can help define a space
- Many types vulnerable to strong winds
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Commercial offset patio umbrella EMU SHADE by Christophe Pillet Coalesse
At last, a durable contract-worthy collection of umbrellas with elegant design that goes with any décor. Emu Shade has beauty,...
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Commercial quadruple patio umbrella QUADRO EMU
An elegant umbrella with a central pole giving excellent dimensions of cover. The canopy,...
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Commercial offset patio umbrella AMBIENTE® GLATZ AG
It needs a lot to be a true free-arm sunshade. And it’s not only the size that counts. The Ambiente offers a complete range of superlative features. Its classic design blends in perfectly with any type of architecture and creates a gracefully enchanting ambiance for all your guests. For restaurateurs...
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Commercial patio umbrella MAXISOCO® Abritez-vous chez nous
Description : Features White powder coated aluminium frame Ø 78 mm White powder coated aluminium struts, section 22 X 35 mm centred mast Cast aluminium Runner receiving aluminium struts Canvas: 300 g/m2 polyester treated Teflon. Air...
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Commercial patio umbrella FILIUS May Sonnenschirme GmbH / Germany
Small giant sizes and top-quality workmanship - robust aluminium parasol - easy handling - with rope pull or crank drive - frequent mounting and dismounting without problem -...
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Commercial patio umbrella MARINE T-TOP CUSTOM LUXURY YACHT TUUCI
custom luxury yacht . marine t-top / collection Marine environments demand the finest materials and marine-grade components. So, that is precisely what we offer with TUUCI's high-performance...
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Commercial patio umbrella FREE Corradi Group
Free is an extrasized self-supporting sail awning (50 or 78 square meters), composed of 6 roll-up awnings on three anodised aluminium profiles and supported by a central...
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Commercial quadruple patio umbrella QUADRIFOGLIO GARDEN ART
Shaped like a four-leaf clover, this elegant umbrella is designed...
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Commercial quadruple patio umbrella PARAFLEX MULTIFLEX Umbrosa
Three to four umbrella holders can be mounted on a multi-pole. Using...
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Commercial patio umbrella BIG BEN CARAVITA
Nice to see you! Where people meet, Big Ben is standing there ready and it creates a special atmosphere...
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Commercial patio umbrella SHADE landscapeforms
shade The 35 Collection is the next generation of outdoor furniture for...
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Commercial patio umbrella FOUR SEASONS NOLA
Four Seasons Design: Thomas Bernstrand Description The Four Seasons parasol provides...
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Commercial patio umbrella SUNSET Sattler AG
'Sunset' is a high-quality, sun-protection fabric with a variety of applications. Whether you have...
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The Tansun 1.0kW Carnival heater has been designed and manufactured for the...
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Commercial offset patio umbrella ECRÙ Schoenhuber Franchi
SIDE ARM UMBRELLAS Frame in finest selected Iroko plywood with 10x10cm section, treated and painted for outdoor use. Arm with 9x9 cm section in powder painted aluminium. All accessories have been galvanised to prevent rusting and painted with...
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Commercial double offset patio umbrella DOUBLE POST HIP Shade Systems
Ideal for applications where the number of posts must be kept to a minimum, Shade Systems' Double Post Hip design is engineered to provide a maximum of shade with the fewest...
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Commercial offset patio umbrella THE RESORT Shademakers
Striking and robust, the Resort brings new meaning to the concept of a giant sidepost patio umbrella. More than an alternative to the traditional...
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Commercial offset patio umbrella PROSTOR solero
People are valuing an outside life more and more. A luxurious setting has therefore become a must for every hospitality esablishment. Solero understands this need and has developed the Prostor series, a number of unique parasols that will your entrance into something very special....
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Commercial quadruple patio umbrella PROSTOR P6 PROSTOR
The PROSTOR P6 is a composition of 1, 2, 3 or 4 parasols on one pole. The parasols connected with or without rain gutters, have a particular elegant look and can cover a surface up to 38 m². The weight of the P6 is compensated by a gas spring in order to open or close the umbrella...
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Commercial patio umbrella MACSYMO Symo
We guarantee that any opened MacSymo parasol will withstand wind force 7 on the Beaufort scale without sustaining any damage. Wind force 7 corresponds to...
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Commercial patio umbrella TYPE E MDT
MDT Tulip Umbrella Type E Sizes: 4x4m, 5x5m, 6x6m, 7x7m, 8x8m, 9x9m, 10x10m, Ø4m, Ø5m, Ø6m, Ø7m, Ø8m, Ø9m Frame Umbrella spokes are made of rectangular aluminium sections of 40 x 20 x 3 mm. The mast is made of a round aluminium section of 100 x 3 mm in diameter. The aluminium telescope has section dimensions of 80 x 3 mm. The top plate and the crown are made...
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Commercial patio umbrella TUUCI Outdoor Comforts
Shade is absolutely our specialty. For over 10 years TUUCI has been creating the most innovative, unique and stylish shade platforms in the industry. Founded with a passion by Dougan Clarke, TUUCI was born from the marine industry. This means every single parasol, lounge and cabana we create has been meticulously engineered to perform without question, in any...
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Commercial patio umbrella SINGLE CONIC Fabric Architecture
The elegant Single Conic structure is a beautifully practical canopy offering excellent coverage with minimal ground-works. A contemporary twist on a classic...
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Commercial patio umbrella BAHAMA JUMBRELLA QUADRATO CON LUCI Domo Group srl
BAHAMA® JUMBRELLA †Synonym for weather sheltering in the outdoor restaurant business. Unsurpassed in every respect. Visualli and quality-wise. The Bahama Jumbrella offers the latest evolution of systems that have become an industry standard. Despite many imitations, the Jumbrella remains unrivaled in quality, reliability and overall...
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Commercial double offset patio umbrella WHITE LOTUS Eide Industries Inc.
The White Lotus Restaurant & Night Club Project is a 2400 square-foot tension structure designed to cover an outside patio and entryway....
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Commercial patio umbrella (wind resistant) MONACO MakMax Australia
The Monaco (centre column, non-collapsible) is modular in design. The Monaco is square in plan and conical shape and ranges between 9.6-151.2sqm. Monaco Architectural Umbrellas...
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Commercial offset patio umbrella SUPER CONTEMPORARY Apollo Sunguard
The Super Contemporary Modular Cantilever is a solution for applications where minimum obstacles & maximum shade is desired; reducing the damage caused by UV radiation, excessive heat and hail. Constructed...
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Commercial offset patio umbrella SUPER CONTEMPORARY Apollo Sunguard
The Super Contemporary Modular Cantilever is a solution for applications where minimum obstacles & maximum shade is desired; reducing the damage caused by UV radiation, excessive heat and hail. Constructed...
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Commercial offset patio umbrella 335LH57 MIRACLE
Collapsible Hex Cantilever Umbrella, 18'-6" Product...
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Commercial quadruple patio umbrella P6 Beaufurn (BFP)
Those photos are just examples of various...
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Commercial patio umbrella OCEANMASTER WESNIC
Material Aluminum Construction Aluminum construction with stainless steel components. Manual lift with...
