How can I stabilize a cantilever umbrella shade?

Question

I have a cantilever umbrella that sways even in the slightest breeze. Is there any way to stabilize the shade so it doesn't flop around in the wind? Any help is greatly appreciated. I can't use the umbrella even if there is the slightest breeze.

Skrizzo · Answer

On our small condo patio I used pipe u-brackets to attach the umbrella to the railing. It worked well for us.

Linda kelley · Answer

I have such a problem with my umbrella also. I purchased this round concrete base at a home improvement store. The base held it steady....but when a huge wind came...the the pole bent almost in half... The only thing you can do it to close it when not in use. I was thinking if some holes were made in it, then the wind would pass through. Something like when a house is being built and they put shade cloth on the fence to keep the dust under control. They always have slits in them so the wind can pass through.

Cindy · Answer

You can get different fabric for the umbrella that has vents at the top, you have probably seen them and didn't even know it.

Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA · Answer

Spend the money for the commercial base like they have in hotels. Or since yours is next to a railing, ue a bunch of heavy duty zip ties to attach to railing.

Bren · Answer

The base is fine, its the SHADE that wobbles in the wind. Is there a way to stabilize the shade?

Wendy Noeth Pieterse · Answer

Same problem. Drives me crazy. Can't use it when there is even the slightest breeze.

Dee · Answer

Absolutely awful with any wind.. can actually break with first use.. $300 down the drain

Jan Saxton · Answer

hope this is helpful

Jan Saxton · Answer

Better photo of what I mean

Celeste berry · Answer

Could you give more instructions? I am not sure what you did.

Judi Sewell · Answer

The base ballasts are not the problem ,25kgs x4 When cantilever fully up, still sways in slightest breeze ??!!

Gary · Answer

Jan's solution was great! I used two small, 15 inch bungees. I attached the hook around the metal support of the umbrella, hook side away from the fabric. I then wrapped it once around the main pole, a longer bungee could be wrapped more than once if needed, stretched it to hook to the adjacent metal support of the umbrella, again, hook side away from the fabric. Watched it in about 5 mile per hour wind. Worked great! Thought I'd have to just throw the unit away. Also, I have it weighed down with two Home Depot 60 lb. full sand bags that cost about $5.50 each. That's 120 lbs. holding it down. Thanks Jan!

Ana · Answer

Going to try this.. I was feeling disappointed with my new umbrella as it has been windy and though the stand holds it up very well, the wobbling of the cover had me uneasy and I kept it closed at all time.. Thanks for the valuable tip!

Edd49312866 · Answer

Stabilized my patio umbrella by half hitched waxed cord and bungee cords. Now my wife doesn’t run away from under the out of control umbrella! Hit two points and works beautifully! Hope this helps someone.

Ahmer · Answer

Sometimes due to the inaccurate specifications or low quality steel work, people also face similar issues with car parking shades and tensile shades in dubai. This is something that would really help them to stabilize their umbrella shades.

Nate Schlimme · Answer

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Bob · Answer

I come from quite windy Scotland and I have had this problem with my parasol for ages.Then I saw you brilliant solution.Tried it and behold a stable parasol for first time.Thanks Guys.A happy Scotsman.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

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