Buying guides

What to check before you order, in plain English. For manuals, spec sheets and mounting drawings, see Guides & spec sheets.

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  Shadowspec Retreat buying guide

  Is a wall-mounted umbrella right for your balcony or patio? Wall type, mounting height, shade, strata approval and price.

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  Shadowspec Retreat vs Umbrosa Paraflex

  Two of the best wall-mounted umbrellas side by side: price, sizes, reach, mounting, colours and wind.