I bought one and it broke right away, but I learned how to protect it from that experience so I bought another one immediately. The trick is tightening it at the base so it doesnt move in the wind and making sure you wind it until its tight at the top. Since its not round, it spins in high winds, so you really have to anchor it in place with a tight umbrella stand. I cant stress that enough.
Otherwise it is the perfect size for a 6 person table. Its the best looking umbrella Ive seen and its cost is low enough that replacement isnt really an issue. Its very lightweight and easy to assemble. Repairing it if it breaks is impossible, I wouldnt recommend trying (I tried lol). Its really tall (10) so my wife is unable to reach the tilting button (8.5). I wouldnt recommend it if you live in a place with high winds, but for the west coast and PNW its perfect for rainy and sunny days. We turned our deck into a dining room with it, such an aming value!
Very good looking, affordable, and fragile
I bought one and it broke right away, but I learned how to protect it from that experience so I bought another one immediately. The trick is tightening it at the base so it doesnt move in the wind and making sure you wind it until its tight at the top. Since its not round, it spins in high winds, so you really have to anchor it in place with a tight umbrella stand. I cant stress that enough. Otherwise it is the perfect size for a 6 person table. Its the best looking umbrella Ive seen and its cost is low enough that replacement isnt really an issue. Its very lightweight and easy to assemble. Repairing it if it breaks is impossible, I wouldnt recommend trying (I tried lol). Its really tall (10) so my wife is unable to reach the tilting button (8.5). I wouldnt recommend it if you live in a place with high winds, but for the west coast and PNW its perfect for rainy and sunny days. We turned our deck into a dining room with it, such an aming value!