Create Your Own Custom Made Stand For Outdoor Umbrellas

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Commercial outdoor umbrellas are made and supplied in bulk to commercial establishments.  Hence, some parts of the patio umbrella like the stand and pole will be standard issue rather than anything unique.  Usually the stands will not look very appealing but be heavy duty ones with wheels underneath to move them around easily.  Some outdoor umbrellas even have stands that will not go well with the rest of the umbrella.  If a customer is not particular about the stand, then he can get one that fits the umbrella the best.

However, some people who are aesthetically minded will want to have every part of their patio décor look perfect.  In such a case, they may not wish to settle for standard issue stands for outdoor umbrellas.  There are many craft stores that have lovely add-ons that creative minded people can use to create their own one-of-a-kind umbrella stand.  There are many innovative simple decorative ideas that people can use and here are some.  Get some rope and wrap it around the stand base in different patterns.  This adds panache to your stand and will make it literally ‘stand’ out.

Just like there are bed skirts to make your bedspread look pretty, you can even ‘dress’ up the stands of your patio umbrellas using an outdoor fabric.  Make a skirt like cover and slip it over the stand with an opening down the center for the pole to slide into place.  Use a plastic sheet to cut out the exact shape before cutting the fabric so that the skirt fits perfectly.  You can match the stand skirt to the canopy. You can be a lot more creative with your outdoor umbrella stands by embellishing them with shells, marbles, plastic flowers etc.  Get good glue that is waterproof, apply it strategically over the stand and place your decorative items. 

You can find a lot more creative decorative ideas for your stand and patio umbrella as a whole on the Internet or home improvement magazines.  Those who want larger shade for their poolside or backyard can go in for a market umbrella.  There are many reasons why homeowners choose market umbrellas over other types of patio umbrellas:
•    Versatile features
•    Larger size
•    Better shade options
•    Improved mechanism
When you have a large family and do have backyard space, you can provide more protection by getting a market umbrella under which the whole family can relax and spend time together.

Children can play with their toys, while adults relax with a good book, for market umbrellas have may versatile features over some other types of umbrellas.  They have sturdy poles with easy to use opening and closing mechanism.  The strong pole and stand ensure safety for the entire family even during inclement weather. Market umbrellas come in larger sizes and therefore provide more protection from harsh sunlight or rain.  By using a market umbrella in the patio or pool, kids and pets can play freely.  Just place a rug under the umbrella and they will have hours of fun.

Market umbrellas come in many shapes like the round, square, octagon, oval, rectangular.  So, based on the space that needs to be covered, you can choose the shape for some shapes provide greater coverage than others.  Just remember, that if you plan on keeping permanent furniture under the umbrella, to coordinate the shape of the canopy and the table.  Apart from easy to use open-close mechanisms, market umbrellas have sturdy struts and wind vents.  This makes them safe and prevents them from falling over during strong winds.

Those who are looking for a commercial offset umbrella will find many high quality models advertised on patio umbrella websites. These umbrellas are ideal for business, restaurants and other commercial applications.  Businesses can get their logos and product details printed on the umbrella using both text and photos.  The pricing of these umbrellas will depend on how many numbers are ordered and how much of printing needs to be done. 

Including a logo on a commercial umbrella is a fantastic way to promote a business.  Commercial offset umbrellas are available in many models.  The C-series of offset umbrellas feature a side post, tilting canopies, easy crank mechanism, 360 degree rotation and a wind vent.  Apart from the C-series there are the P-series and X-series commercial offset umbrellas.  Visit appropriate websites and check out available products, features and cost.