Aluminum parasols: lightweight and durable
When choosing a parasol, several criteria come to mind: size, color, and structure ( straight or cantilevered ). But the material it's made of isn't always considered. Yet, a parasol with a heavy wooden pole doesn't weigh the same as a steel one, and its maintenance is radically different. Aluminum is a material that allows for particularly lightweight parasols that are easy to move and take down, while requiring minimal upkeep.
Belveo offers a wide selection of aluminium parasols, which adapt to all kinds of terrain depending on sun exposure and the area to be shaded.
Discover in this guide the available models, and the advantages offered by these adaptable and robust parasols.
The aluminum parasol: a mobile and durable model
Aluminum has one well-known virtue: its lightness . For your patio furniture, a parasol with an aluminum pole is therefore ideal if it's intended to be moved frequently from the dining table to a play area. Equipping it with a wheeled base further enhances this mobility: no need to move heavy paving slabs several times a day to secure the base in different spots on the patio or in the garden.
The downside of the material's lightness is its greater susceptibility to wind: if the canvas is very wide and the garden is heavily exposed to the elements, the wheeled base is not the most suitable solution; it is then preferable to opt for a fixed base, or at least a cross base to be fixed with slabs.
In terms of strength and durability, however, aluminum proves particularly robust, rust-resistant, and requires minimal maintenance. It should not be neglected, though: a parasol must be protected and stored away during the months it is not in use. It is also less impact-resistant than steel.
An aluminum parasol isn't necessarily a straight model: despite its lightness, it works very well with an offset structure, with a pole that can be tilted as needed. It can be fitted with any type of fabric: polyester , acrylic , or olefin . All Belveo parasol fabrics offer highly effective sun protection, but acrylic stands out for its resistance to fading and wear. Polyester fabric is suitable for everyday use, in a private garden or on a patio.
Choosing your aluminum parasol, adapted to the location and the area to be shaded
Depending on the area to be shaded, one can choose a small straight parasol with a diameter of two meters, with a wheeled base, or a large offset model of four meters by three weighted by a base fixed firmly to the ground.
If you are unsure which aluminium parasol to choose, Belveo's advisors are available to give you informed advice on the best model for your outdoor space.
The aluminum parasol models offered by Belveo
Belveo offers a wide range of aluminum parasols. One of the most popular is the Alizé windproof model. In addition to its aluminum frame, it features a patented windproof system to prevent it from blowing away, and its 2.75-meter diameter polyester canopy is treated to resist fading . For optimal stability , it is recommended to weigh it down with a cross base , or even a Click & Fix system.
For more intensive use, such as in a professional setting, and to provide shade for a larger area, the Mistral model offers undeniable ease of use and durability. It is a cantilever parasol that can be tilted vertically and rotated 360° . Its aluminum frame is corrosion-resistant, and the rectangular canopy, measuring three by four meters, is made of olefin, a durable material designed to retain moisture.
To easily move your parasol, the Kona wheeled base ensures both the desired mobility and sufficient stability thanks to its 130 kg ballast. It is compatible with all cantilever parasols offered on the Belveo website.
