The Right Patio Umbrellas

Equally Important

Getting that new patio umbrella to stay put should be tops on your priorities. Before you tighten wooden patio umbrellas to their patio umbrella stands, make sure it is orientated the way you want it. If you have tilting patio umbrellas, you'll probably want them to tilt toward that notorious, early evening, low sun so fond of spoiling your summer dinner fare. Unless, of course, you prefer to enjoy your patio furniture in the morning hours with, say, coffee and croissant. We aren't telling you how to enjoy your patio furniture, merely suggesting you mind the sun and its damaging effects on outdoor leisure.

Find patio umbrella stands that best fit your patio umbrellas.

If your patio umbrellas are on the smaller end, 9 feet in diameter or smaller, you should anchor it with at least 50 pounds. If you are in a windier climate, push that up towards 75 pounds. For patio umbrellas larger than 9 feet, start at 75 pounds and add 10 to 20 pounds depending on wind.