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Small Patio Umbrella

If you enjoy spending time in your garden or patio, placing a small patio umbrella by a seating area can help you enjoy your home's outdoor space even more. Patio umbrellas come in various canopy styles, edge patterns, colors, and vent cuts that can enhance your entire patio's visual appeal. They also have sturdy, durable structures to protect you from the wind, harmful UV rays, and rain. The ones we've listed here are perfect for outdoor entertainment and poolside parties.

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Jessica Zernike

Jessica started out as an interior photographer, but her love of pretty settings took her to the field of interior design, where she can combine two of her greatest passions, creating and then capturing the beauty of homes.

Regatta Style Patio Umbrella
Regatta Style Patio Umbrella This aluminum umbrella is a sturdy piece of furniture that can weather the outdoors. The height and tilt can be adjusted while the vents offer additional structural support. The Regatta-Style Patio Umbrella comes in two striped color options and is perfect for windy beaches, backyards, and patios.
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We love the blue and white nautical stripes on this patio umbrella. It has a spacious canopy that protects you from the sun while the design adds visual appeal to your outdoor seating area. The umbrella has a quality build that stands up well against the rain, sun, and wind without rusting.
Decorative Patio Umbrella
Decorative Patio Umbrella This durable steel patio umbrella oozes style with its classy design. It features a manual lift, vents, as well as height and tilt adjustments. The umbrella is available in four color options and features charming tassels that add to its original look.
Vibrant Patio Umbrella
Vibrant Patio Umbrella Featuring an eye-catching design, this colorful steel patio umbrella is perfect for beaches or patios during summer. It's durable, rust-resistant and made from polyester fabric. It also features tilt adjustments and packs neatly into a matching carrying case.
Stylish Patio Umbrella
Stylish Patio Umbrella This aluminum patio umbrella features a crank lift along with height and tilt adjustments. The umbrella has beautiful scalloped edges that are festive and decorative.
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It's perfect for those who want a more permanent fixture for their patio setup and those who are looking for something else than the standard umbrella. This one is square in shape which makes it a more original additional to your patio.
Lighted Market Umbrella
Lighted Market Umbrella This heavy-duty umbrella with 32 solar-powered LED lights is perfect for an evening party and those who enjoy spending time outside after the sun sets. We love the fact that the lights are solar-powered so you can leave them to charge simply by leaving this umbrella under the sun. According to the product page, a single charge can last for a good nine to 12 hours.
Natural Bamboo Patio Umbrella
Natural Bamboo Patio Umbrella Don't underestimate this umbrella's bamboo construction and rustic appearance. Despite looking light and dainty, this handmade umbrella is quite sturdy, durable, waterproof, and fade-resistant. Opt for this umbrella to create a natural, laid-back atmosphere in any outdoor space.
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When you buy this Bamboo Patio Umbrella, you're also supporting sustainable manufacturing. The producers of this patio umbrella use sustainable natural bamboo, a type of fast-growing woody grass that grows back even after it's been harvested.
Cantilever Patio Umbrella
Cantilever Patio Umbrella If you don't enjoy having an umbrella pole running through the middle of your lounge area, then this cantilever patio umbrella is for you. It's durable and features a crank lift with tilt and height adjustments as well as a wind vent towards the top to increase the circulation of air.
Sturdy Patio Umbrella
Sturdy Patio Umbrella This trendy patio umbrella has a durable aluminum body. It features replaceable fiberglass ribs that bend without breaking and can be replaced. The frame is resistant to mildew, water, fading, and natural elements. Its acrylic umbrella is available in five color options.
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This patio umbrella is at the top of our list of stylish umbrellas for patios. All its color variants are stunning, but our favorite is the khaki option. We also love its sturdy design and many durable elements. They make this product a long-lasting piece of furniture that's worth the investment, making it a great umbrella for places with strong winds and rougher weather conditions.
Palapa Patio Umbrella
Palapa Patio Umbrella With its attractive palapa exterior, this patio umbrella offers a unique tropical vibe. Its grass thatch canopy rustles in the wind, creating a relaxing sound as you unwind in its shade. It is made of premium materials that add to its durability. Note, however, that this product doesn't come with an umbrella stand so you'll have to purchase one separately.
Three Tier Patio Umbrella
Three Tier Patio Umbrella Probably the most original patio umbrella on our list, the three-tier patio umbrella features an upgraded eucalyptus frame which offers additional texture and wind resistance. The structure provides greater support against strong winds while allowing the air to circulate beneath it. It also offers a double pulley opening that makes it easy to open and close.