UV rating When choosing an umbrella for sun protection, remember that sun coverage alone is not enough - you need to make sure the umbrella has a good UPF rating. Usually 50+ UPF is a good starting point as 50 UPF protects against 98% of the sun's rays.
Size and shadow override When you choose an umbrella for sun protection, make sure it is large enough to provide adequate shade. For maximum UV protection from your umbrella, choose a wide umbrella with a large canopy made of fabric that blocks UVA and UVB.
Parasol Some umbrellas even have extra panels that fold down to increase the shade area for a group.
Materials and Fabrics Look for umbrella fabric made of polyester, nylon, or a polyester-nylon blend. These materials are UV resistant and provide excellent sun protection. Many parasols also have double canopies for additional sun protection.
The fabric of the Large folding umbrella should be woven denser, so as to block more ultraviolet rays. If aesthetics are your main concern, parasols may be a better choice for you because of their beautiful and elegant patterns. The downside is that parasols are usually made of thinner material and don't have the same level of UV protection as parasols.
Umbrella weave While parasols can come in a variety of colors and patterns, the best parasols will have a light-colored canopy that reflects UV rays.
Choose fabrics with a tight or medium weave, and bright colors like yellow, red, blue, or other bright shades that reflect UV rays.
Angle adjustment If you're looking for a sun umbrella that's usually fixed (as opposed to being held in your hand), you may want to consider choosing one that can be adjusted and tilted to different angles.
The removable canopy allows you to easily adjust the angle of the Automatic open golf umbrella depending on the direction of the sun and the coverage you need in a particular area.
Umbrella Weight and Portability When shopping for a sun umbrella, choose one that is lightweight and portable but large enough to provide shade for you and your family.
Some umbrellas are specifically designed to provide enough shade for two or more people. The downside of course is that these umbrellas are bulky and not very portable.
Couple under mens walking umbrella Handles and frames You want to choose an umbrella that has a comfortable, ergonomic handle and a sturdy stand, especially if you're also going to use it in the rain or during a storm.
