Best Garden Parasols for 2021
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The 8 Best Garden Parasols for 2021 for your Patio, Balcony or Garden
Our Top Picks of best garden parasols for 2021:
Best Overall:
Diamond Teak Parasol at The Garden Furniture Centre
“Very high quality of both the canopy and frame for a small pricetag!”
Best Retro:
Parasol with Tassel Trim by Ella James
“Very decorative parasol with attractive tassels.”
Best Party Parasol:
Geisha Garden Parasol in Lime Green
“Colourful and stylish design which will brighten up any garden party!”
Best Parasol with Lights:
Cantilever Parasol with LEDs by The Garden Furniture Centre
“This large hight quality Cantilever parasol has built in LED lights to make any evening a party.”
Best Budget:
“This parasol is great for anyone on a budget!”
Best Splurge:
“This stylish umbrella lets just enough sun through to enjoy the sun while staying cool.”
Best Wall Mounted:
Turino Parasol by The Garden Furniture Centre
“With limited space on your decking or patio, this high quality parasol is a must!”
Best Double Canopy:
Outsunny Double Garden Parasol
“Great to cover a large dining table or a lounge area with multiple daybeds!”
Stay Cool in the Summer Sun with these Fabulous Garden Parasols
Who doesn’t love chilling in the garden on a warm sunny day?
Maybe reading a book on a day bed or relaxing by a pool on a sun lounger is your kind of thing.
Patio Parasols and Garden Umbrellas are the perfect way to keep cool and allow you to eat and drink without becoming too bothered about the heat.
While many of the parasols look rather similar at first view, there are vast differences between them.
The key is to compare the quality of the canopy, the material of the pole, the stand and your budget. You can then decide which garden umbrella is the best fit for you.
We have put some suggestions forward of parasols which we particularly like, given the criteria mentioned above.
Enjoy a blissful, sunny and cool summer!
Find your best garden parasols for 2021 below.
Cantilever Parasol with LEDs
Cantilever parasols can overhang your garden furniture, which means everyone can be shaded easily.
This parasol has 2 poles rather than one, so the stand is out of the way.
It rotates 360° so you can easily move it and stay shaded all day long!
This particular Cantilever umbrella from The Garden Furniture Centre comes with LED lights so there’s no need to move inside once it gets dark.
There are two options of securing the parasol. You can either use the stand or you can fix the parasol to a permanent position with the cross base (included).
Find out more about Cantilver parasols here.
What we like:
- Contemporary Design
- Covers large area (3m²)
- Aluminium Stand (No Rust)
- Comes with 2 bases and Weather Cover
- Easy to open and close
- High Quality – Long Lasting
What we don’t like:
- Limited Colour Options
Parasol with Tassels
This is a lovely retro patio parasol which you can use either with or without the stand.
The wooden pole with teak finish contrasts the beige parasol nicely.
The attractive tassels make this a decorative parasol which will suit both a contemporary garden as well as a traditional style garden.
What we like:
- Retro Style
- Hardwood Pole
- Compact Size
- Beige Colour
What we don’t like:
- The concrete stand
- Doesn’t tilt
A banana parasol is an overhanging parasol.
This particular parasol is a budget option from all reviews on this page.
It’s made of polyester and can be placed over your furniture.
It has a handy lever to lift and tilt the parasol in the desired position.
What we like:
- Budget Price
- Easy to manouvre
- Large Canopy
- Colourful
What we don’t like:
- Doesn’t come with heavy stand
- Budget Material
If you are looking for quality then look no further!
The stand is made from Teak and the canopy of high grade Olefin Fabric which is abrasion, stain, sunlight and chemical resistant. It is also colour fast!
All hardware, fittings and pulleys are made from solid 304 Grade stainless steel for greater durability in all weather conditions.
The marine grade pull-cord makes it strong and weather resistant as well.
All in all this is the parasol of parasols in our favourites list.
This is a great investment for years to come with a small pricetag compared to many other umbrellas on the market!
What we do like:
- Quality Quality Quality
- Large (3.5m diameter)
- Many colour options
- Olefin Fabric Canopy
- Great price
What we don’t like:
- Doesn’t tilt
Shadylace Parasol
If you’re looking for something different to shade your furniture, then this stylish parasol might just be it!
Compact, so perfect for bacolnies and small courtyards or patios.
The awesome thing about this parasol is that some sun will shine through the parasol so you don’t get too cold in the shade but don’t burn up either!
What we do like:
- Stylish
- Allows just a little sun to shine through
- Blends in
- Great for small areas
- We LOVE the small bird on top
What we don’t like:
- Doesn’t tilt
Turino Wall Mounted Parasol
If you have limited space on your patio or decking area next to your home and you want to add some shade, this wall mounted parasol might be just what you need.
The great thing about this set up is that the parasol is always secure, covers a large area and is super compact when folded away.
The handle on makes it easy to set up and adjust when neeeded.
The aluminium frame means it’s long lasting as it’s protected from rust.
What we do like:
- Covers a large area
- Very compact when folded away
- Secure
- Good quality
What we don’t like:
- Limited colour options
If you are looking to brighten up your outdoor area then this umbrella is a must.
The elegant shape and brightness of the umbrella make it a fabulous feature at any garden party.
Imagine having several of these dotted around at the party!
As they are available in various bright colours, you can make it as cheerful as you like!
What we do like:
- Colourful
- Great design
- Great for Small Areas
- Great feature at garden parties
What we don’t like:
- Too small to cover much furniture
This large patio parasol is perfect to cover your outdoor dining set or chill out zone.
No more messing around with multiple parasols or leaving your guests in uncomfortable heat.
Now everyone is covered with one large garden parasol.
What we do like:
- Large area shaded
- Great for outdoor dining table
- Covers multiple daybeds at once
- Great pricetag
What we don’t like:
- Steel Pole
- Need to buy stand seperately
Hopefully this article on the best garden parasols for 2021, has given you some help with choosing garden parasol. You can find more ideas, inspiration and products in the outdoor living shop.
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