![]() The most popular choices include cast iron, concrete, steel, and molded resin (heavy-duty plastic). Materials: Umbrella bases can be made of a number of materials. Heavy-duty molded resin and plastic bases won’t rust, flake, or crack. Concrete bases won’t rust or crack, but you can’t always add filler. Powder-coated steel bases weighted with concrete may rust over time, leaving marks on your deck or patio. Cast iron bases are heavy but can rust in high humidity. The material of a base usually indicates how durable it will be over time. ![]() This happens because water is not as dense and stable as sand filling. Water may make a taller base slightly unstable or wobbly, especially when moving it around. Fill optionsĭecide if you want to fill a base with water or sand or if you prefer to have a solid base that is not fillable. Sometimes, a large umbrella canopy comes with a smaller-than-expected pole diameter. Larger umbrellas, such as 11- and 13-foot canopies, have larger pole diameters, from 1 1/2 inches to 3 inches in diameter.īefore shopping, it pays to know the diameter of your umbrella pole and the circumference of the umbrella canopy. The average size of an umbrella pole is actually 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Smaller umbrellas have thinner pole diameters, typically from 1 3/8 inches to 1 1/2 inches. It’s not the diameter of a base that steadies a larger umbrella it’s the weight of the base when it’s filled that matters most. This ensures that they fit under tables without posing a tripping hazard. The majority of umbrella bases are 20 inches in diameter. A half-round base will likely fill up to weigh around 20 pounds to hold a half umbrella steady when set flush against a wall. A heavier weight is better for steadying a larger umbrella in windy conditions. When you see a base advertised as “30-pound” or “50-pound,” that typically indicates how heavy the base will be when it’s filled with water, sand, bricks, or rocks. Other bases are built into side tables that can be placed next to a lounge chair. ![]() Some freestanding bases have small tables that screw into place to hold drinks. Our shopping guide will help you determine what’s best for your needs. However, both types of holders are used in various locations. Technically, an umbrella base is intended for use under a table, while a stand is heavier and freestanding. When shopping, you’ll likely see the terms “umbrella base” and “umbrella stand” used interchangeably. If mobility and flexibility are your main goals, there are plenty of stylish freestanding or under-the-table options for all types of umbrellas. ![]() You can permanently mount an umbrella base to your deck or patio floor or to your deck railing. What’s more, the correct base offers peace of mind when the breeze picks up and you’re under the umbrella. But the right weighted base and umbrella offers a finished look to your outdoor space. Much of the time, a base is too lightweight for an umbrella. An umbrella base is likely an afterthought when planning your outdoor oasis, but it’s a necessary one that can help divert the nightmare of an umbrella torpedoing into your neighbor’s yard on a windy day. ![]()
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