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Investing in Outdoor Umbrellas

by kortizgarcia

in Patio Umbrellas

Have you ever sat in the direct sun for a long lunch? It can be torture on hot days. You could be at home or at your local restaurant, and a outdoor umbrella can make the difference between having a nice day and feeling like you are being roasted for lunch.  Here are some really [...]

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Another Look At Wind Resistant Umbrellas

April 19, 2010

Patio umbrellas can come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. Picking the right color combination can really add a splash of color to your outdoor space. Whether it’s on a patio, a deck, or by a pool, an umbrella can provide beauty and comfort. Most people think about the size, shape, and color when [...]

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Storing your outdoor umbrella

April 19, 2010

It’s winter time and you should be either storing or covering your patio umbrella.  Not exactly sure how or the best way to store your umbrella?  Not to worry, we’ve put together a neat little list of some of the best ways to store your patio centerpiece. Storing it.  Tips on putting your umbrella away [...]

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Bistro Umbrellas – Patio Life on the Small

April 19, 2010

Traditionally, bistro’s are known for the small tables created for the purpose of providing a place in a confined area, or small location, also known as, you guessed it, bistro tables. These smaller tables where sometimes made of actual wine boxes, or where hand crafted for just the purpose of creating enough seating space to handle the usual patrons; poets and scholars and artists who where big on ideas, but kinda low in the cash department.

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Large Patio Umbrellas – Big Look

April 19, 2010

One of the really cool trends we’ve seen over the past couple of years are larger areas needing large patio umbrellas.  The increase in the popularity of bigger patio tables that seat 12 to 16 people in your outdoor area has caused a need for patio umbrellas that measure 11 or 13 feet. Also fueling [...]

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Aluminum or Wood?

April 19, 2010

One of the big questions we’re getting this season is about the differences in materials.   It usually goes like this: What’s better?  Aluminum or Wood? To which we almost always answer: Yes At this point the customer asks for an answer with a few more details. The differences between aluminum patio umbrellas and wood market [...]

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From the finial to the base. All the parts of a patio umbrella

April 19, 2010

A great investment like a patio umbrella isn’t a topic of regular conversation. I mean, when I talk to my friends about a new piece of furniture, like my new sofa, they ask about the leather, and the feet, and how wide it is, and the construction. When I talk to my friends about a patio umbrella, they never ask about the finial or the canopy fabric.

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Looking for the Right Patio Umbrella?

April 7, 2010

Outdoor patio umbrellas happen to be a fantastic way to help you enjoy your outdoor room, and is an investment that will definitely add to your home’s value. With the right outdoor fabric, like Sunbrella acrylics or Outdura acrylics, a patio umbrella can protect you from damaging UV rays which can cause skin cancer while giving you and your family a great place to relax or entertain.

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How to Recognize Quality Teak Furniture

March 31, 2010

Elegant teak furniture is regarded the premium choice of outdoor furniture. Its natural oil content, stability and smooth good looks, make it a discerning choice of furniture. Let us cover what to look for in a quality teak outdoor furniture and how best to care for your setting.

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