The Australian sun is hot, it’s beating and it’s dangerous. Cantilever umbrellas are an essential part of outdoor living and in Australia, outdoor living is a way of life. What Is a cantilever umbrella? Cantilever umbrellas are defined by the offset nature of the canopy. Affixed to the mast, not by the centre but by the edge of the canopy, the cantilever umbrella can be found all over the globe shading the most iconic locations.
Cantilever Umbrella Options in Australia
There are two design choices to make with cantilever umbrellas. Centre-mount and Corner-mount. These determine where the mast and canopy meet. This design choice from the manufacturer determines how you can use your umbrella and where it can be installed at your place.
A corner-mount umbrella such as the Shadowspec Serenity™ is great for mounting on the edge or corner of your space – where the pole can be out of the way. The benefits of a corner-mount is the access to a full range of rotation. When placed along side the wall, a corner mounted umbrella can rotate 180 degrees along the wall. Allowing you to follow the path of the sun as it moves across the sky. A centre-mount cantilever umbrella features the mast and canopy coming together at the middle of one side on the umbrellas.
Tom and Marie under the Shadowspec Serenity™ sheltering from the scorching Perth sun
This is limiting because when you mount the umbrellas along side a wall, you’ll only be able to access 90 degrees of rotation. This isn’t ideal as it limits the amount of shade you can access throughout the day. Rotation is the key to good shade because it allows you to follow the sun. By mounting the umbrella on the edge or corner of your space you’ll be able to maximise your shade without overbearing the space with clutter, posts and unstructured design.
Cantilever Umbrellas are a great choice for shade in Australia however you need to be mindful of how to create a place that is usable and effective.
Out of the Way, Out of This World
Shadowspec Umbrellas are designed and made in New Zealand to be the best cantilever umbrella. The out of the way nature of cantilever umbrellas open up spaces, create better conversations and create a certain finish on outdoor spaces that can’t be achieved with other shade solutions. Cantilever umbrellas are a standout for Australian decks as they can shade all day long from the harsh sun. When it comes to making decisions about outdoor furniture, including cantilever umbrellas in Australia, it’s important to look for long lasting strong and fit for purpose accessories and features. Aesthetics should also be top of the list. By creating a space that’s easy on the eye, you’ll be happy to spend time with your friends and family in those spaces.
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