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Patio, commercial or cantilever: which umbrella fits?
3 Nov 2026 · 1 min read · By ShadeCraft Team

A quick comparison to help you pick the right umbrella for a terrace, restaurant or pool deck.
Umbrellas are the most flexible form of shade, but they are not all the same.
Patio umbrellas
Centre-pole designs for homes and small terraces. Simple, affordable and easy to move.
Commercial umbrellas
Larger canopies and stronger frames built for daily opening and closing in restaurants, hotels and clubs.
Cantilever umbrellas
A side mast keeps the space below clear and allows rotation and tilt.
Don't forget the base
The right base or in-ground fixing matters as much as the umbrella itself. Ask us to check your surface.
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