Patio Umbrella Fabrics
When choosing the right patio umbrella for your backyard or business, it’s important to consider just what type of fabric you want the umbrella to be made out of. There are a couple of questions you can ask yourself to help you narrow down the many choices out there.
How often do you plan on using your umbrella? If you plan on constant or continual use, make sure you go with a fabric that won’t fade over time.
Is your location subject to mold and mildew? If so make sure you get fabric which is resistant to this nastiness.
Will you need to clean the umbrella often? Not all fabrics hold up as well to repeated washing, so be careful.
Are you sensitive to UV rays? Those that sunburn easily should look for fabrics that filter out this harmful radiation.
Got these question answered? Good! Now let’s review the choices you have available to you.
Olefin Patio Umbrella Fabrics
Olefin is a fabric made from polypropylene. It’s a synthetic material that’s strong and durable which has decent stain and mildew resistance. Because of this it’s easy to clean and holds bright colors well. Olefin fabrics for patio umbrellas typically are guaranteed to not fade for up to one year. They also tend to be a little cheaper than other options, so if you only intend on seasonal or occasional use, Olefin may be just perfect for you.
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Acrylic Patio Umbrella Fabrics
Acrylic fabrics are highly processed polyester materials which have had their strength and smoothness emphasized. They’re durable and generally last about 50% longer than most other synthetic fabrics out in the sun. Acrylics have good mold and mildew resistance, and are actually quite flexible. Acrylic fabrics may cost you a bit more, but you get what you pay for. They’re still cheaper than the top of the line Sunbrella brand fabrics.
Sunbrella Patio Umbrella Fabrics
Sunbrella is a special brand of fabric which has been custom engineered to be used for outdoors purposes. For patio umbrellas, this is quite possibly the ultimate name for fabric. It’s expensive, but for those who frequently use their patios, it’s definitely worth it. Sunbrella comes with a three year color fade guarantee for this very reason. It can withstand the elements including high resistance to mold and mildew. The best part about Sunbrella is that it’s been shown to only let 2% of UV rays through, meaning less damage to you skin. This is perfect for people who burn easily. Who wants to apply sun tan lotion in their own backyard? Sunbrella is the top of the line and highly recommended if your pockets run deep.
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My favorite of them all is Sunbrella Patio Umbrella Fabrics. Great quality and style too.
September 23rd, 2009 at 12:06 am