The promise of an event can draw hundreds of people to an area and chances are that the event will either be partially or completely outside in order to accommodate the crowd. In Australia, this means that they will be exposed to the sun and the heat that goes along with it, and the lessCristina

Shade cloth is a versatile material with a thousand uses, and there are many different types and grades that are suitable for many different situations. When it comes to being outside, the best shade cloth outdoors to use around the home and for shading people is 90% universal or domestic, as it provides the highest amount of UV protectionCristina

Shade Cloth is a fantastic way to create shade outdoors with flexible and durable fabric that, depending on the grade, can block up to 90% of UV from the sun. While shade is usually the main reason to use shade cloth around the home or business, there are some otherCristina

When it comes to greenhouses, sunlight is quite possibly the most important factor for growing plants. There can be such a thing, however, as too much sun - and this is a problem encountered all too often by backyard and professional greenhouse growers alike. The answer for both groups however is the same - shade clothCristina

Café umbrellas are centrepost umbrellas that are able to be used in commercial spaces such as cafes and restaurants. This means that they should be able to withstand some wind as well as the stresses of everyday use – being put up, down, and moved around day after dayCristina

Patio umbrellas are also known as market umbrellas or centrepost as their key identifying factor is the pole in the middle of the frame which makes them wind resistant outdoor umbrellas. There are many factors when it comes to choosing the best patio umbrella for home and domestic use, but wind resistance and UV protection are two of the most important and as such have influenced the umbrellas chosen here.

The best wind resistant patio umbrella would have to be the 2.1m Sunranger Café Series Umbrella, which is also one of the more heavy duty umbrellas found on this list. This umbrella series comes in many sizes and all are strong enough for this umbrella to be a best seller among both private and commercial customers. The best partCristina

Cantilever umbrellas create an atmosphere of sleek, professional luxury in any space wherever they’re placed. They are more versatile than traditional centrepost varieties though despite this they are not usually the first choice for commercial umbrellas – this is because they require staff to be more attentive and are less stable in the wind if they are not a wind-rated or heavy duty umbrella. Regardless, the look of and extensive shade provided by a premium cantilever umbrella can not be beaten and the following umbrellas display this as the best cantilever umbrellas in Australia for commercial use.

The Shelta Asta is one of the only commercially-sound Shelta cantilever umbrellas available off the shelf, and is certainly one of theCristina

Market umbrellas are a versatile shade option that can be used to complement the style of a home backyard, to add value to a property, or to create a welcoming invitation for customers. They are also a practical and valuable way to add to the atmosphere of a café or restaurant. These umbrellas are usually octagonal, or round, but they can also be square or hexagonal and can range from 2.1m to 4.3m wide. Market umbrellas always have a centre pole and are not to be confused with cantilever umbrellas (or offset umbrellas) which have the pole to the side – these types of umbrellas are not usually suitable for commercial use as their asymmetrical design makes them susceptible to wind damage. Many market umbrellas share similar features, but not all are created equal. While this is not necessarily a bad thing as every customer has different needs, it’s important to understand what makes a market umbrella stand out from the hundreds of others available. The following are the best market umbrellasCristina