subject: Protect Yourself With Patio Umbrellas [print this page] Buying the appropriate patio umbrellas for your outdoor space is easy. If you have a patio dining table, check out the table if there's a hole in the center. That hole is for the placement of the umbrella stick. When selecting the shape of the umbrella, make sure it follows the shape of your outdoor dining table. If you have a round table, then choose round. If you've got square tables then it follows that you should have square umbrellas too. When it comes to size, you outdoor umbrella should be larger than the table itself. It should extend all the way out to encompass the dining chairs. Think about the situation when it rains. You and your guests should be able to stay dry underneath the umbrellas. When it comes to color, it is advisable that you choose lighter shades. They will be able to deflect the heat more efficiently. If you don't like plain light colors because they easily get stained, choose patterned fabrics and your patio will look even more fabulous.
