Purchased 2 of these for our new sun/drenched patio. Couldnt be happier. Quality throughout. Quick and easy to open and close. The included cover is breeze to put on and take off too. Have used in light winds with no problems. Very easy to use and the adjustable positioning keeps you in the shade all day without moving your chairs and tables around. And they look great too. We get many compliments. Was hesitant to spend this much money on an item I had no previous experience with, but these seem worth every penny.
I chose to fill the bases with water (instead of sand), so I could reposition them, if needed, to find the perfect spot for them. So far, no leaks whatsoever.
Speaking of bases, I believe you should get the largest recommended size for your umbrella if you live in an area prone to daily breezes and/or windy conditions. I was a little shocked at the large size of the bases, but thats where the stability comes from.
Perfect for New Sun/Drenched Patio
Purchased 2 of these for our new sun/drenched patio. Couldnt be happier. Quality throughout. Quick and easy to open and close. The included cover is breeze to put on and take off too. Have used in light winds with no problems. Very easy to use and the adjustable positioning keeps you in the shade all day without moving your chairs and tables around. And they look great too. We get many compliments. Was hesitant to spend this much money on an item I had no previous experience with, but these seem worth every penny. I chose to fill the bases with water (instead of sand), so I could reposition them, if needed, to find the perfect spot for them. So far, no leaks whatsoever. Speaking of bases, I believe you should get the largest recommended size for your umbrella if you live in an area prone to daily breezes and/or windy conditions. I was a little shocked at the large size of the bases, but thats where the stability comes from.