White rectangular cantilever parasol with a wood-look pole and black base on a patio surrounded by greenery

Outdoor Parasols & Umbrellas

Cantilever, central pole, commercial, garden and wood-look umbrellas — engineered in-house, built on aluminum frames, and covered in tested solution-dyed polyester.

Product Line

Shade Systems for Patios, Poolsides and Projects

From compact 2-meter balcony umbrellas to 4×4-meter commercial cantilevers, BETTER-LIVING engineers parasols for daily use in demanding climates. Every frame is built from powder-coated 6063 aluminum; every canopy is cut from 305 g/m² solution-dyed polyester tested for 80+ UV protection. Choose a catalog model, or develop a fully custom design with our engineering team — sampling typically takes 15–20 days.

Categories

Six Ways to Specify Shade

Each category is available in multiple sizes, fabric colors and base options. All models accept private labeling and custom packaging.

Cantilever Umbrella

Offset designs with 360° rotation and multi-position tilt. Aluminum mast, 3×3 m to 4×4 m canopies, cross or resin-fillable bases — our best-selling category for residential terraces.

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Central Pole Umbrella

Classic market umbrellas with a center aluminum pole, 2.0–4.0 m diameter, smooth crank-and-tilt operation and vented canopies for wind relief.

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Commercial Umbrella

Hospitality-grade shade for hotels, cafés and resorts — reinforced frames, heavy-duty wind vents, replaceable canopies and granite base options for high-traffic settings.

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Garden Umbrella

Residential patio and terrace umbrellas with easy crank operation, push-pull or crank tilt, compact storage and a wide range of canopy colors for retail programs.

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Wood-Look Umbrella

Aluminum umbrellas with a premium wood-grain painted finish — the warmth of timber with the durability and light weight of metal. Stainless steel fittings throughout.

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Shade Sails

Breathable HDPE shade sails in custom triangles and rectangles, with stainless D-rings, reinforced webbing edges and turnbuckle mounting kits.

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Specifications

Model-by-Model Specs

Key parameters for each catalog model. Custom sizes, fabrics and colors available on request.

Cantilever Umbrella

Parameter DC-LUP-117 DC-UP-117
Canopy Fabric305 g/m² solution-dyed polyester305 g/m² solution-dyed polyester
UV Protection80+80+
Pole (mm)Φ120 × 83 (oval)Φ120 × 83 (oval)
Rib Profile (mm)35 × 2035 × 20
Ribs88
Available Sizes S30 (300×300 cm)
S35 (350×350 cm)
S40 (400×400 cm)
S45 (400×500 cm)
S30 (300×300 cm)
S35 (350×350 cm)
S40 (400×400 cm)
S45 (400×500 cm)
FramePowder-coated aluminum, wood-grain finishPowder-coated aluminum
Rotation / Tilt360° / multi-position360° / multi-position
Base OptionsCross base / resin-fillable / graniteCross base / resin-fillable / granite

Central Pole Umbrella

Parameter DC-UP-203 DC-UP-224
Canopy Fabric250 g/m² polyester PU coated250 g/m² polyester PU coated
UV Protection50+50+
Pole (mm)Φ48Φ48
Ribs88
Available Sizes S27 (270×270 cm)
S30 (300×300 cm)
R30 (Φ300 cm)
R35 (Φ350 cm)
R27 (Φ270 cm)
R30 (Φ300 cm)
S30 (300×300 cm)
S34 (300×400 cm)
FramePowder-coated aluminumPowder-coated aluminum
TiltPush-button tiltPush-button tilt
Base OptionsCross base / resin-fillableCross base / resin-fillable

Commercial Umbrella

Parameter DC-UP-216 DC-UP-205
Canopy Fabric250 g/m² polyester PU coated250 g/m² polyester PU coated
UV Protection50+50+
Pole (mm)Φ60Φ48
Rib Profile (mm)20 × 3016 × 26
Available Sizes R35 (Φ350 cm)
R40 (Φ400 cm)
S35 (350×350 cm)
S40 (400×400 cm)
R30 (Φ300 cm)
S30 (300×300 cm)
FrameReinforced powder-coated aluminumPowder-coated aluminum
Base OptionsGranite / cross base / resin-fillable / in-groundCross base / resin-fillable
Best ForHotels, resorts, large-scale hospitalityCafés, restaurants, mid-size projects

Garden Umbrella

Parameter DC-UM-107 (Roma) DC-LUM-102 (Banana)
Canopy Fabric220 g/m² polyester200 g/m² polyester
Pole Profile (mm)92 × 68 (oval)Φ48
Rib Profile (mm)14 × 2412 × 18
FramePowder-coated aluminumPowder-coated aluminum
TiltCrank tiltPush-pull tilt
Base OptionsCross base / resin-fillableCross base
Best ForResidential patios, retail programsBalconies, compact terraces

Wood-Look Umbrella

Parameter DC-BU-066 (Tassel) DC-UW-106 (Crank)
Canopy Fabric240 g/m² poly-cotton180 g/m² polyester
Pole (mm)Φ32 (aluminum, wood-grain finish)Φ38 (aluminum, wood-grain finish)
FrameAluminum with wood-grain paintAluminum with wood-grain paint
FittingsStainless steelStainless steel
TiltPush-button tiltCrank tilt
Base OptionsCross baseCross base / resin-fillable
Best ForGardens, decks, resort pool decksPatios, outdoor dining areas

Shade Sails

Parameter Standard
MaterialHDPE breathable knit (185–320 g/m²)
UV Block85–98%
ShapesTriangle, rectangle, square — custom dimensions
Edge FinishReinforced webbing with stainless D-rings
HardwareTurnbuckle mounting kit (SS304)
ColorsSand, charcoal, beige, green, terracotta (custom Pantone on request)
Water PermeabilityBreathable — allows rain through, reduces pooling

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Fabrics & Models at a Glance

Six canopy fabrics across the parasol range, and how the ten catalog models compare on structure, mechanism and UV rating.

Canopy Fabric Weight

g/m² by fabric line — heavier fabrics suit larger, wind-exposed canopies

Solution-dyed polyester · 117 series PU-coated polyester · 203 / 224 / 216 / 205 Waterproof poly-cotton · Tassel Vented polyester · Roma Vented polyester · Banana Vented polyester · Crank 305 g/m² · UV 80+ 250 g/m² · UV 50+ 240 g/m² · waterproof 220 g/m² 200 g/m² · UV 50+ 180 g/m² · UV 50+ 0 320 g/m²
Weights as printed in the factory catalog. UV ratings shown where stated on the catalog sheet.

Mast Strength by Model

Pole section comparison — the cantilever oval mast is the strongest in the range

Cantilever 117 series · oval mast Commercial DC-UP-216 Central 203 / 224 · Commercial 205 · Banana Wood Crank DC-UW-106 Wood Tassel DC-BU-066 Φ120 × 83 mm Φ60 mm Φ48 mm Φ38 mm Φ32 mm 0 120 mm
Round sections show diameter; the 117 series uses a Φ120×83 mm oval profile for bending resistance.

Model Comparison Matrix

Model Category Canopy Sizes Pole Ribs Fabric UV Opening / Tilt
DC-LUP-117Cantilever3×3 – 4×5 mΦ120×83 oval35×20 × 8305 g/m² solution-dyed80+Hidden slider · 360° · solar LED
DC-UP-117Cantilever3×3 – 4×5 mΦ120×83 oval35×20 × 8305 g/m² solution-dyed80+Hidden slider · 360°
DC-UP-203Central PoleΦ270 – Φ350Φ4814×24 × 8250 g/m² PU50+Easy-lift crank · push-button tilt
DC-UP-224Central PoleΦ270 – 300×400Φ4816×26 × 8250 g/m² PU, grade 550+Double-pulley rope
DC-UP-216CommercialΦ350 – 4×4 mΦ6020×30250 g/m² PU50+Hand crank + telescopic lift
DC-UP-205CommercialΦ300 · 3×3 mΦ4816×26 × 8250 g/m² PU, grade 550+Hand crank + double pulley
DC-UM-107 RomaGardenΦ300 – 3×3 m92×68 oval14×24220 g/m² vented360° steel rotation · stepless lift
DC-LUM-102 BananaGardenΦ270 – 2.7×2.7 mΦ4812×18200 g/m² vented50+Push handle · solar LED beads
DC-BU-066 TasselWood-LookΦ180 – Φ200Φ32 wood-grainΦ6 fiberglass × 8240 g/m² poly-cottonPush-to-open
DC-UW-106 CrankWood-LookΦ270 – 2.5×2.5 mΦ38 wood-grain13.5×23.5180 g/m² vented50+Brass-plated crank

UV ratings shown where stated on the catalog sheet; contact us for the full test report of any model. Click a model name for the complete detail page.

Also available: Protection covers, umbrella bases (cross / resin-fillable / granite / in-ground), replacement canopies, side panels and solar LED lighting kits — consolidated into your parasol order.

Engineering

Built to Specification, Tested for the Outdoors

The details that keep our parasols selling season after season in European and American markets.

Aluminum Frames

6063 aluminum profiles with 60–80 µm powder coating. Wood-grain painted finish available on select lines for a premium natural look without the maintenance of real timber.

Solution-Dyed Polyester Canopies

305 g/m² solution-dyed fabric with 80+ UV protection factor, grade 4+ color fastness, water-repellent finish and double-stitched seams.

360° Rotation & Tilt

Cantilever models rotate a full 360° on the base and tilt in multiple positions, so users can follow the sun without moving furniture.

Solar LED Options

Integrated solar-powered rib lights extend usable hours into the evening — a proven upsell for retail and hospitality buyers.

Flexible Base Systems

Cross bases, resin-fillable bases, granite bases and in-ground mounts — matched to canopy size and local wind conditions.

Protection Covers & Spares

Breathable, water-repellent storage covers for every model, plus replacement canopies and spare parts to extend product life.

Frequently Asked Questions

Parasol Buyer FAQ

What types of parasols do you manufacture?

We produce six categories: cantilever parasols (2.5–4 m arm reach), central pole patio umbrellas (2–3 m diameter), commercial-grade market umbrellas (up to 4×4 m), garden umbrellas with crank tilt, wood-look aluminum umbrellas, and HDPE shade sails. Over 200 models across all categories.

What fabric options are available for canopies?

All canopies use 305 g/m² solution-dyed polyester tested per ISO 105-B02, rated UV 80+ with grade 4+ colour fastness. We stock 40+ standard colours and can Pantone-match any TPX reference with a 1,000-metre minimum run.

What is the frame material and finish?

Frames are extruded 6063-T5 aluminum alloy with 60–80 µm powder coating tested to ASTM B117 salt-spray (500+ hours). Wood-look models use thermal transfer printing over the powder coat for a natural timber appearance without maintenance.

What is your lead time for bulk orders?

Standard production runs 30–45 days after sample approval and deposit. Sampling takes 15–20 days. We ship FOB Ningbo and support CIF, DDP and L/C payment terms.

Do your parasols meet European safety standards?

Yes. Our parasols are tested to EN 13782 (safety of parasols and wind resistance) and EN 581 (outdoor furniture stability). We also hold CE markings for fabric UV performance and provide full test reports with every shipment.

Request the Parasol Catalog

Tell us your target market, quantities and price position — we will recommend the right models, confirm base and fabric options, and send a full FOB Ningbo quotation within one business day.