It is easy to overlook your patio umbrella stand. After all, it’s down by your feet and not generally noticed by your guests. Why should you bother to pay attention to your patio umbrella stand, then? Let me fill you in.
Do you live in a windy area? I do, and theres nothing worse than having your umbrella and stand take to the air after a big gust of wind! Some of the cheaper stands available simply don’t have the weight to counteract the surprising amount of lift that a good gust of wind can create when it hits your patio umbrella just right. Remember, the bigger your patio umbrella, the heavier patio umbrella stand you will need.
Some patio umbrella stands are plain and unnoticeable. I say why waste all of that good decorating space? A really great patio is made up of furniture that is pleasing to the eye and sticks with a theme. A plain metal umbrella stand might go completely unnoticed, or might even detract form the overall look of the patio. Why do that when there are so many fun and functional choices when it comes to patio umbrellas and patio umbrella stands?
Finally, be aware, some metal stands can rust when exposed regularly to water. This can completely ruin your wood deck or permanently stain a concrete patio! Make sure that when purchasing a metal patio umbrella stand that you find one that is weatherproof, preferably with a nice anti-rust coating. Don’t be afraid to ask a salesman at your local patio store, and dont be afraid to shop around!
Have fun when decorating your patio, and don’t overlook any aspect no matter how unimportant it may seem. Not even your humble patio umbrella stand!