Cantilever Umbrellas Melbourne
Cantilever umbrellas give you generous shade with no pole in the middle of your space. Yarra Shade supplies and installs cantilever umbrellas for homes, cafes, clubs and public spaces across Melbourne, fixed securely into the ground so they stay put when the weather turns.
Because the umbrella is supported from the side, you can position the canopy over a pool, outdoor table or footpath seating without a centre pole getting in the way of chairs, people or the view.
What Is a Cantilever Umbrella?
A cantilever umbrella is an outdoor umbrella supported by an offset post at the side, with the canopy suspended out over the shaded area. It provides the same shade and weather protection as a standard umbrella, but without the central support pole.
This side-post design frees up the whole space underneath. Tables can be arranged however you like, pool edges stay clear, and walkways remain open for foot traffic.
How Our Cantilever Umbrellas Are Installed
Yarra Shade cantilever umbrellas are installed into the ground with concrete. Fixing the post into a concrete footing gives the umbrella a solid, permanent base, which helps avoid the problems that loose or weighted umbrellas can have in high winds.
A secure in-ground installation also makes cantilever umbrellas a safer choice for public areas. On a busy footpath or around a cafe, there is no risk of the umbrella tipping over or blowing into traffic.
During the site visit, we look at the ground surface, the area you want to shade and where the post can sit so the canopy falls exactly where you need it.
Residential Cantilever Umbrellas
For Melbourne backyards, a cantilever umbrella is a great way to add shade exactly where you spend the most time. As part of our residential sun shade solutions, they are suitable for:
- Over pools
- Outdoor dining areas
- BBQ areas
- Backyard entertaining spaces
Because there is no pole in the way, you can hang the canopy over the BBQ or the edge of the pool and still move freely around it. It is a neat, practical option when a full shade structure is more than you need.
Commercial Street Smart Cantilever Umbrellas
Our Street Smart cantilever umbrellas are designed for busy commercial and public spaces. They give customers and guests shade and weather protection with no poles in the way and no risk of the umbrella blowing into traffic.
Alongside our other commercial sun shade solutions, Street Smart cantilever umbrellas are suitable for:
- Cafes and restaurants
- Clubs and bars
- Footpath dining areas
- Swimming pools
- Parks and picnic areas
- Playgrounds
- Child care centres
Each Street Smart canopy measures 2.4m long by 1.8m wide. Their stylish, lightweight look suits front footpaths and outdoor dining, and several umbrellas can be installed side by side to shade a larger seating area.
Why Melbourne Locals Choose Yarra Shade
With years of experience providing outdoor shade across Melbourne, Yarra Shade (Aust.) knows what holds up in local conditions.
- Secure installation: umbrellas are fixed into the ground with concrete for stability in wind.
- Residential and commercial: from backyard pools to cafe footpaths and child care centres.
- Honest advice: we recommend the right number, size and position of umbrellas for your space.
- One team from quote to finish: we measure, supply and install, so you deal with one company the whole way.
Get a Free Cantilever Umbrella Quote
Ready to add shade to your pool, backyard or outdoor dining area? Contact Yarra Shade for a free consultation, measure and quote. We’ll visit your property, talk through your options and recommend the right cantilever umbrella setup for your space.
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FAQs
A market umbrella has a central pole that runs through the middle of the canopy, usually through a table. A cantilever umbrella is supported by a post at the side, so the space underneath is completely clear.
Our cantilever umbrellas are installed into the ground with concrete, which gives them a solid base and helps avoid the problems freestanding umbrellas can have in high winds. As with any umbrella, we recommend closing it in strong winds or storms.
Yes. Our Street Smart cantilever umbrellas are designed for footpath dining. Because they are fixed in place, there is no risk of the umbrella blowing into traffic, and the side post keeps the seating area clear for customers.
It depends on the size and shape of the area you want to shade. Each Street Smart canopy measures 2.4m by 1.8m, and several can be installed side by side to cover a larger space. We measure your site and recommend the right number and layout.
