The Time to Buy Patio Furniture is NOW

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It’s hard to start thinking about summer furniture when battling freezing temperatures. But this is the perfect time to start planning that patio space. It won’t be long before friends and family are over to enjoy barbecues, relaxing visits to your outdoor living space, and a quiet spot to relax. Consider Appearance – of course, you want great looking furniture to make your outdoor space attractive. The better it looks, the more people will want to be there. Fabric pattern, style, and how it will integrate with the rest of your outdoor decor. To make outdoor spaces more exciting, Cheng … Continue reading →

Cleaning Outdoor Patio Furniture

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Particularly in the northern states, many people are cleaning outdoor patio furniture in preparation for storing it for next year. Even in the South, where we can continue to use our outdoor patio furniture nearly all year long, it requires some occasional cleaning. We at My Umbrella Shop would like to give you a few pointers on that. Metal Outdoor Patio Furniture Most aluminum outdoor patio furniture has been powder coated to protect it from rusting. We suggest washing the aluminum outdoor patio furniture, then applying automotive wax for extra protection. Touch up any scratches with car paint in the … Continue reading →

My Umbrella Shop Does International Shipping

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Easy International Umbrella Orders Online My Umbrella Shop announces that they are now offering international shipping through a partnership with UPS and Zonos. We have been selling beach umbrellas and patio umbrellas and market umbrellas for years through their online store, but primarily to U.S. based customers. My Umbrella Shop now has the capabilities to easily ship internationally directly from their website. Shipping is calculated on the fly and umbrellas can be ordered with the click of a button. For customers wanting a more personal touch, they can also call 919-975-7414 to speak to My Umbrella Shop sales representative and … Continue reading →

Myrtle Beach Umbrella Rules Change

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New Beach Umbrella Rules for Myrtle Beach After Labor Day the Beach Umbrella Rules for the beaches at Myrtle Beach, SC relax slightly. Beach umbrellas must be in line or behind the Life Guard stands and canopies and tents are now allowed back on the beach. Canopies are not allowed during the summer peak months, but are now as long as they are BEHIND the Life Guard stands. Dogs are now allowed on the beach anytime whereas in the crowded summer months there were restricted hours pets were allowed on the beach. For more information, please check out WBTW’s news … Continue reading →

Wind vs Umbrellas

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With all the tropical storms hitting the South this year and the few stories this summer of the wind catching beach umbrellas and hurting people, My Umbrella Shop thought it would be a good idea to post a few safety tips about your beach umbrellas and patio umbrellas. Beach Umbrellas and Patio Umbrellas If it’s windy, take it down. There is no sense in risking damage to someone else, your patio, home, or even your umbrella by leaving it up when it is windy outside. Beach umbrellas and patio umbrellas are designed to be closable. If it’s that windy, it’s … Continue reading →

Storing Your Beach Umbrella or Patio Umbrella

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All good things must come to an end and summer is one of the them. And even though your patio umbrella may be useful throughout most of the year, the time will come for storing your beach umbrella or Patio Umbrellla. Purge or Keep that Beach Umbrella & Summer Gear? This may be a good opportunity to look at ALL your summer time equipment and decide if it is time to purge the worn out or unused gear. If it’s not too badly worn, you can donate it to a 501-C charity (such as Goodwill) and get a tax deduction … Continue reading →

Beach Umbrellas vs. Patio Umbrellas

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When choosing an umbrella to purchase, there are some things you should know. First, a Beach Umbrella and a Patio Umbrella are two different animals. They may look the same, but they have different requirements of which you should be aware. Beach Umbrellas vs. Patio Umbrellas When comparing Beach Umbrellas vs. Patio Umbrellas they may look very similar, they probably both shade you well, but Patio umbrellas tend to be much heavier. You are not carrying them as much as you would a beach umbrella. The poles on Patio Umbrellas need to be thicker to avoid snapping. The poles on … Continue reading →

It’s not over yet…

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Keep that Umbrella Out! Summer is Not Over! Labor Day approaches, and many think about putting away their beach umbrellas for the winter. STOP! A quick look on Google will tell you that (in Myrtle Beach, SC for example), September is the 4th hottest month of the year (barely missing the 3rd hottest temperatures) with an average high temperature of 83 degrees. That’s excellent beach temperatures and time to use that beach umbrella to keep cool. Patio Umbrellas Can Stay Out Even Longer While beach umbrellas keep you cool at the beach, a patio umbrella can not only shade you … Continue reading →

Umbrella Specials This Labor Day Weekend!

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Labor Day Umbrella Specials! MyUmbrellaShop.com is proud to announce some super savings for you for our Labor Day Sale. EC845MAC-L-1-LDS ILLUMISHADE 7 ½ ft. Solar Powered LED Lighted Market Umbrella IN TAN ONLY! 60% OFF! The ILLUMISHADE 7 ½ ft. Solar Powered LED Lighted Market Umbrella includes a pulley mechanism and a solar light kit. Featuring a self-repairable frame, this item has a ?” thick center pole measuring 1 ½” in diameter, ?” thick square aluminum ribs, plus 8 panels and ribs. IN TAN ONLY! Size: 7 ½ ft., Ribs: 8, ?? Thick Square Aluminum Ribs, Shape: Octagon, Pole thickness: … Continue reading →

Is Renting Outdoor Furniture Practical?

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You’re thinking about renting some outdoor furniture instead of buying. You may want to re-think that. Renting outdoor furniture instead of buying can be pricey.  Renting furniture is about convenience, and that comes at a price.  Buying quality outdoor furniture is an investment that can last for years of enjoyment at a fraction of the cost. Is Renting Outdoor Furniture Even An Option? Some rental businesses offer outdoor furniture, but a lot of it is geared toward event planners. They usually rent large tables and chairs that someone may use for outdoor weddings and parties, although it is possible that … Continue reading →