You’re sitting poolside, a good book in hand and a cold beverage by your side. It’s a comfortable afternoon and nothing can change that. Except, of course, a turn in the weather and a slight change in atmospheric pressure. The wind picks up, a few ripples form on the surface of the pool but it’s not enough to bring on a chill, so you turn your attention back to the story.

Whether in the hospitality industry or the outdoor area of your home, there are few things more chaotic than the scene of a patio on a windy day. Just picture it: With one powerful gust, an umbrella could take flight, taking tables, cutlery and even people with it. Trying to wrangle outdoor umbrellas down before this scene becomes a reality isn't always an easy task.

A great choice for wind-resistance is the cantilever umbrella, The design offers strength, stability, safety and style.

As the change of seasons settles in upon us, the life-span of your outdoor furniture starts to depend on how well you care for it during the transitional periods. Many people often bring in or cover their outdoor furniture, but tend to neglect their patio umbrellas.