Patio Umbrella

Outdoor · Easy

Shade on a stick — crank or push-up, on a base or through-table. Wind is the killer: base weight and a closed tilt habit matter more than the canopy itself.

Tools you may need

• None

Steps

1. 1Seat the pole firmly in a weighted base; through-table types need a tight collar.
2. 2Open fully until the runner locks; check rib ribs spread evenly.
3. 3Tilt away from wind, not into it.
4. 4Close and strap when not in use — the single biggest life extender.

Maintenance

Hose off canopy seasonally; spray crank gears with silicone twice a year. (Suggested interval: every 3 months.)