Shademakers Sola Technically refined, this rotating and tilting residential side post umbrella has an elegant look with a sporty, nautical flair. It's the perfect choice to complement your pool, deck or patio setting. Without a doubt, the Sola is the most stylish and long-lasting residential side post umbrella on the market today Folds back to the side post for neat storage.

Available Sizes

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Description

Marine-grade materials for longevity. Anodized aluminum means no rust, no paint to flake. Large sizes and elimination of centre post provide maximum space and shade. Unique, “fool-proof” rotational locking mechanism, canopy easy to raise and lower. Stylish and sporty when in use, unobtrusive when collapsed. Rotates 360° to follow the sun and tilts to block out early morning and late afternoon sun. Vented canopy facilitates airflow and stabilizer stays provide greater stability in wind
Folds into a compact vertical format and is easily removed for seasonal storage.

Frame Construction

Marine-grade, 25 micron mast has shape & strength of a yacht mast. Proprietary oval-shaped arms, exclusively designed connectors and central hubs. Innovative external winder mechanism with internal treated, galvanized cables Proprietary Du Pont glass filled, UV resistant resin components. Marine-grade stainless steel components. Unique nautical-grade buttons hold canopy to arms.

Canopy

Our premium outdoor fabrics are available in a limited number of standard colours with a huge number of options available as special order.

Choose your canopy fabric and match with your outdoor furniture. We also offer flame retardant PVC in multiple colour options.

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Installation

Because the Sola is designed to handle greater wind loads than a typical umbrella, correct installation is essential. The average do-it-yourself home handyman can easily install the Sola. The installation options include bolting the Sola to a concrete patio or timber deck or installing it in-ground using a special in-ground fitting. A portable base option is not recommend but is available for the Sola.
Figure A. Standard Spigot Figure B. Standard Base Plate (optional) Figure C. In-Ground Fitting (optional)
A. Standard Spigot A Standard Spigot is included with each Sola. The mast fits directly in the Standard Spigot as a sleeve. The Spigot can be bolted directly into a concrete patio or timber deck if the umbrella is not to be moved or seasonally stored. B. Standard Base Plate (optional) If you plan to seasonally store your Sola we strongly recommend that you purchase an optional Standard Base Plate. The Standard Base Plate is galvanized and powder-coated steel so it will not rust. The powder-coated color is charcoal grey to match the Standard Spigot. The Base Plate is first bolted to concrete or timber using the special bolts included with the Sola. The Spigot is then screwed onto the Base Plate. When you remove the Sola for a period of time, you simply undo the four screws and remove the Spigot from the Base Plate, leaving an unobtrusive plate in your deck or patio. The diameter of the Standard Base Plate is 215mm (approximately 9 inches) and is 10mm thick. Extra Base Plates for Multiple Locations The Sola weighs only 23kg so it can be easily lifted and moved by one person. Extra Standard Base Plates in other areas of your property (i.e. spa, pool, patio, etc.) allow you to simply unbolt the Spigot from one Base Plate and screw it to another Base Plate. C. Standard In Ground Fitting (optional) If you intend to install your Sola into anything other than a concrete patio or timber deck you may need to purchase an optional Standard In Ground Fitting. Please feel free to contact us to determine the best installation option for your particular situation. Made of galvanized steel, this Standard In Ground Fitting is extremely strong and will not rust. The diameter of the plate is 215mm (approximately 9”) and the height of the fitting is 500mm (approximately 19 1/2 “). Installing an In Ground Fitting requires digging a suitable-sized hole, pouring concrete and placing the In Ground Fitting into the concrete. The Spigot is then screwed onto the In Ground Fitting.

Downloads and further information

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