On the downside, this product lacks an included base and doesn’t provide UV protection, as some higher-priced products we tested, and the frame seemed heavier than others. The fabric cleaned easily and didn’t permit rainwater to leak through. While perhaps not as large as some products we tested, the Better Homes umbrella still effectively shaded a couple seated at a round table and, based on our testing, could likely accommodate a table that seats up to four people. However, our tester noted, “It can be heavy to push one way or the other.”
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An additional plus is the stopped-position three-way tilt mechanism, which adjusts by pinching a latch and letting the umbrella tilt to either side. We liked that it comes in seven colors (the black at a $10 higher price point), including solids and stripes, which could effortlessly blend with exterior decor. (In fact, it was rare to find a standard-style-type product that did.) Despite this, we find the EliteShade an excellent value.įor its low price, we appreciated the Better Homes and Gardens 9-foot Round Patio Umbrella's ability to provide ample, deep shade that significantly reduced heat and glare. The only downside is the package lacks a base, which, depending on the materials, can cost $50 or more. (The manufacturer claims the acrylic-material canopy doesn’t fade for at least 5 years.) The ample 13-color assortment-from black to natural, and "sunflower yellow"-was far greater than most products we tested, and should easily complement any deck or patio decor.
We also found that the EliteShade’s thick, acrylic fabric repelled rainwater well, and we could completely and quickly clean up the artificial "bird doo" we introduced. We were enthusiastic about how well it effectively kept the sun off a fairly large area-it shaded the area so completely, our tester didn’t need to increase the brightness on his laptop. We gave this product, with its aluminum frame and dyed acrylic canopy, top marks for a multitude of reasons: its ease of assembly sturdiness and durability one-hand crank, and one-button tilt mechanism and water resistance. Here are our top choices for the best patio umbrellas, as tested by The Spruce in The Lab and at home.
The sturdy, durable EliteShade Sunbrella 9-foot 3-Tier Market Umbrella was our overall winner, for its effectiveness in keeping the sun off a large area, as well as a multitude of other factors. To further test the durability and performance of these umbrellas, we sent 12 umbrellas home with volunteer testers, who shared their evaluations with us after one month of home use. Each tester then rated their umbrella on value, as to whether the stated price was reasonable. Finally, we wetted them down to check their rainwater resistance and even applied artificial bird droppings to note how well each patio umbrella could be cleaned. After we evaluated how quickly and easily each umbrella assembled out of the box, we assessed how well they provided cooling shade that made viewing a laptop screen outdoors possible, and how easy it was to adjust the umbrella for maximum coverage. To help you decide on the right one, we purchased 28 patio umbrellas, of different styles, shapes, colors, and features, and tested them in The Lab on a bright, sunshiny, 90-plus-degree day. Sunbrella is a hydrophobic (does not absorb water) acrylic fabric, while Ottertex is a polyester, and both are colorfast and UV protected, as they are densely woven, she adds. "The most common and best outdoor fabrics are Sunbrella and Ottertex," says Deborah Young, a textile expert, author, and instructor of textile science. The canopy construction of an outdoor umbrella is arguably the most important part of, so be sure to look for a canopy constructed from durable, outdoor fabrics.
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