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Sun Parasol FAQs

Which colour provides the best sun protection?

All Sun Bella parasols have been rated UVBE 97% which is the Most Effective UVE rating. The colour of different fabrics can enhance or detract from the UV blocking effectiveness of some fabrics. However, all Sun Bella fabrics are so tightly woven tha

Will these parasol protect me from the rain?

Our parasols are rain resistant. However, they have a smaller canopy than a rain umbrella as they are designed primarily as a sun umbrella; they can be angled to maximise your shade to protect your upper body (whilst being unobtrusive in a crowd) but

Will I feel cooler under a Sun Bella parasol?

Absolutely.  The fabric on all of our parasols has been rated UVE 97% which is the Most Effective category. The unique, tightly woven fabric provides portable shade for wherever your adventures take you,  helping you stay cooler and protect your skin

Why choose a parasol instead of a hat?

Parasols are a stylish and practical alternative to hats, offering short-term sun protection without the hassle of hat hair – perfect for when you want to look and feel your best. Unlike hats, which can trap body heat and make you feel warmer, paraso

What about the wind?

A high quality mechanism and fibreglass ribs, for a durable and long lasting sun umbrella ensures that our parasols cope with windy weather better than the average umbrella. Wind vent built into the canopy, to allow any breeze to dissipate ensuring t

Are sun parasols comfortable to hold?

The teardrop shaped wooden handle allows for a comfortable grip.  They are lightweight too, weighing just 250-360 grams (depending on the style) making them comfortable to hold for any length of time.Plus your parasol comes with a matching carry bag,

How big are they?

The parasols are perfectly sized - slightly smaller than a rain umbrella, it's smaller size makes it sleek and unobtrusive in a crowd. The smaller diameter works well in more crowded situations, so that you're not hitting people in the head or jabbin

I already have a rain umbrella, can’t I just use that?

A standard rain umbrella, made from regular black pongee fabric has a UPF rating of just UPF15. Your uv umbrella / uv parasol should specify on the tag that it has a UPF50+ rating to ensure that the maximum % of UV rays are blocked.