Two things go hand in hand when it comes to the Australian Summer season: swimming, and shade. Whether it’s at the beach or in the backyard, shade is a crucial element that should never be overlooked when spending time outdoors, especially under the harsh Australian sun. For a backyard pool umbrella, a cantilever style umbrella will be the most flexible shade option as it is able to be rotated and tilted to keep up with the sun moving during the day. We’ve surveyed our current range of cantilever umbrellas and picked out the top six Cantilever Pool Umbrellas for Australia in 2024.

Sunhaven Classic Cantilever

The Sunhaven Classic Cantilever umbrella has quickly

Parashade umbrellas set a new standard in the world of outdoor umbrellas.

1. Masterfully engineered.
2. A statement of design and, 
3. The perfect fusion of form and function.

Designed, and hand-crafted in Capetown South Africa by an architect with a lifelong mission to make the most beautiful and functional umbrella in the world, Parashade is the most innovative thing to happen to the umbrella world in over a decade. With three international patents, it does everything any other umbrella can do, only better!

The low prices of Bunnings' outdoor umbrellas are starkly contrasted with those from specialised shade providers like Shade Australia. A Bunnings umbrella may cost as little as $99, but it's crucial to recognize what this price entails.

Bunnings' selection includes brands such as Hartman, Marquee, and Mimosa. Marquee and Mimosa, in particular, offer some of Australia's most competitively priced large outdoor umbrellas. While their prices are hard to beat, it's worth considering why there might be little competition at this price point.

The eye-catching low prices of Bunnings umbrellas draw customers in, but savvy shoppers should ponder the feasibility of such economical manufacturing and marketing.

Buying cheap can have hidden costs. For instance, inexpensive umbrellas often lack available spare parts, leading to their premature disposal when damaged.

Cantilever umbrellas create an atmosphere of sleek, professional luxury in any space wherever they’re placed. They are more versatile than traditional centrepost varieties though despite this they are not usually the first choice for commercial umbrellas – this is because they require staff to be more attentive and are less stable in the wind if they are not a wind-rated or heavy duty umbrella. Regardless, the look of and extensive shade provided by a premium cantilever umbrella can not be beaten and the following umbrellas display this as the best cantilever umbrellas in Australia for commercial use.

The Shelta Asta is one of the only commercially-sound Shelta cantilever umbrellas available off the shelf, and is certainly one of the most

Spring is already here, and summer is on its way, which are two seasons of the year you will enjoy more in the shade. Cantilever umbrellas are the most affordable and versatile shade solutions for Australian backyards. They are also an excellent option for adding a touch of sophistication and class to any deck, patio, or pool area.

What are Cantilever Umbrellas? 

Unlike traditional umbrellas, a cantilever umbrella is supported by a pole at the side rather than the centre. Mounting the umbrella this way provides outdoor lovers with more ways to design their outdoor areas and ensure there is always plenty of unobstructed shade available.

Advantages of Cantilever Umbrellas 

We go on for ages about why cantilevers are the superior choice when it comes to shade, but here are just a few reasons why we think they are great.

They Provide 360-degree Sun Protection

If you plan to spend all