Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago. If that didn't happen, here's the next best thing. Keep cool with this 3m Cantilever Patio umbrella Key Features Design: Elegant, classic design Umbrella Structure: Cantilever style structure for convenience and decor flexibility Collapsing Mechanism: has crank lift operation which makes it easy for anyone to use Canopy Shape: Hexagonal Canopy Material (main): 180gm/m2 Polyester Canopy UV Rating (UFP): 50 Canopy Rain-proof?: No Pole Length (m): 2.4 Pole Diameter (mm): 48 Base Included?: No Pavers Required: Yes Number of pavers needed: 4 Paver Weight(kg): 15 This umbrella has crank lift operation which makes it easy for anyone to use. The umbrella is also collapsible, saving you space when not in use. Care Instructions: Not designed to be a permanent structure. Do not leave erected in windy conditions and we recommend using an umbrella base at all times. We recommend using an umbrella cover for protection during the winter months.