ULTCOVER Patio Umbrella Parasol Cover - 600D Waterproof Outdoor Offset Banana Style Umbrella Cover - Fits Cantilever Offset Umbrella 7.5-11.5 Feet, Black

To cover my Sungarden 11, I went with a 14-foot version. Umbrella with a 5' cantilever. The dimensions were ideal for covering the entire canopy as well as the crank mechanism. br>br>The fabric appears to be fairly heavy and long-lasting. The seams are finished well and overlapped properly. They're even glued inside (as seen in the photo), which you wouldn't expect at this price. Since we got this cover about a month ago, we've had several heavy storms, and it appears to be water-resistant. When it's brand new, it's resistant. (I suppose we'll see how long that lasts. ) The color has faded over time. slightly. However, it is exposed to direct sunlight from sunrise to sunset every day. It's a light color, so it doesn't stand out too much. Only where the strap covers the fabric did I notice that it's a little darker. br>br>The collapsible stick is useful for getting the umbrella cover "up and on," and I was pleasantly surprised to discover a clever drawstring pocket inside the cover to store the collapsed stick. (When I noticed the pocket, I was thinking to myself, "Where the hell am I going to keep this stick so I don't lose it?" When lifting the cover up and over the top of the umbrella, there's also a small nylon pocket beneath the top of the zipper where the rod can be inserted. (At first, I didn't even notice. ) Our umbrella is 9'6" tall at the peak, and we have no trouble putting the cover on. br>br>The buckled strap across the middle helps cinch the cover up tight, which is important to reduce the total surface area of the cover that is exposed to the wind. The shockcord drawstring at the bottom aids in this as well, preventing wind from getting up underneath the cover. Other reviewers have expressed dissatisfaction with the presence of a Velcro strap at the zipper's bottom end. Why is that? I'm not sure. I think it's a good idea to keep a stray breeze from getting under the cover and potentially forcing the zipper open. It's unlikely, given that the bottom has an elastic drawstring, but it's possible. If you don't want to use the velcro strap, there are other options. Don't use it in any way. It's the kind that folds up and out of the way, so it's simple to forget about it. br>br>An incredibly good cover for a very low price; based on the initial quality, I expect it to last for years. This book comes highly recommended.

Emmitt Byrd

| Apr 21, 2021

Even if it were three times the price, the design and craftsmanship of this cover far exceeded my expectations; I've had it for about a month and have a few noteworthy observations. So far, my wife and I have put the cover on and taken it off a half-dozen times, and we think the shock corded fiberglass lifting pole is a fantastic feature. It's easy to slip the umbrella cover over it before zipping it up and cinching it tight. Observations: br>br>
- The fabric is 600D and has been treated to repel water. The rain collects in beads and then rolls away.
- The inside of the fabric is waterproofed, and the seams are taped.
- The cover's top is rectangular, allowing it to fit over our umbrella's solar panel.
- The heavy-duty zipper has a long grab loop that makes reaching up and grabbing it simple.
- All of the stitched seams are properly sewn. There are no skips, runoffs, or stray threads.
- The bottom is closed with a velcro fastener and a cinch cord.
- The cover can be wrapped tightly thanks to a cinch strap on the side.
- When the lifting pole is not in use, it can be folded up and stored in a pocket. br>br>I wish I could find a grill cover as well constructed as this umbrella cover!.

Travis Waller

| Jan 01, 2021

I like how the material is sturdy and heavy, and I know it will withstand hurricane winds. I'd use it more during the hot summer months, when we're more likely to be in the screened lanai than out on the patio, just to keep the Sunbrella fabric on my 11' retractable from fading. br>PROBLEM: The cover comes with a flimsy fiberglass jointed pole. When collapsed, it will not support the weight of the cover up to the height of the umbrella peak, which is about 12'. That pole is on its way to the recycling bin. br>I'd have to use it while standing on a short ladder, and even then, it's unreliable. Because both of my telescoping aluminum poles have house cleaning heads attached, it would be a pain in the arse to detach one of those just for this job, I guess I'll have to buy a Length of Bamboo to dedicate to this purpose, something I can leave on the patio full time, and for that reason alone, I give this a mediocre rating.

Clyde Reyes

| Dec 31, 2020

The cover is well-made and designed. It appears that the fabric is of good quality and grade. On the inside of the fabric, there is a waterproof or resistant coating. The zipper almost reaches the top of the garment - 8 in. from the top At the midpoint and at the bottom, there is a nylon or polyster strap. The cord at the bottom can also be used to tighten the bottom. It was nice to see that this cover came with a kit to aid in the removal of the cover without the use of a ladder. The inner cover has a kit built in. A four-segment tent pole creates a pole that can engage a catch built into the top of the cover, allowing the cover to be lifted up and over the umbrella's top. If you don't want to remove the entire umbrella and lay flat each time you use it, you'll need the kit to remove the cover. I have one of those 10 foot Market umbrellas from Costco, so you'll need the kit to remove the cover. All of the components of this cover are integrated, including a pouch for the four-segment pole. The only problem is that the zipper must still be reached. I tied a 1/8 inch parachord to the metal zipper tab to make it easier to remove the cover by pulling down the zipper. I still haven't figured out how to close the zipper by pulling it up. I'm thinking a nylon catch near the zipper tab on the parachord will allow me to pull the zipper up with their pole. It's possible that a 2 inch chopstick pouch will be required. It would be ideal if the manufacturer integrated this into the solution because including a parachord with this pull up catch would be inexpensive. This is a complete solution that has won awards.

Garrett Fields

| Dec 03, 2021