Galtech Buying Guide

Summer is finally here and it’s time to invest in a product that will help keep you cool while enjoying your outdoor space. A patio umbrella from Galtech International will not only keep you cool on those hot summer days but will be an investment that will last you for years to come. With all the different sizes, styles and options to choose from, selecting the perfect umbrella for your outdoor space can be a bit overwhelming. Luckily here at Patio Heat and Shade we have years of experience and have simplified the decision-making process for you. Galtech offers over 30 models to choose from and we have narrowed down your search to the 4 main buying factors to consider below.

Factors to Consider

What size Category do You Fall Under?

Small Galtech Umbrellas

Item Size: Under 48"

Recommended Canopy: 6-8'

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Medium Galtech Umbrellas

Item Size: Under 48"-70"

Recommended Canopy: 8-10'

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Large Galtech Umbrellas

Item Size: Over 70"

Recommended Canopy: 10-13'

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#2 - Style

Now that you have decided which size canopy is best, now you need to determine what Style umbrella are you looking for. Galtech offers three different Styles to choose from which include Market, Cantilever and Specialty. Market umbrellas are the traditional style umbrella with the pole located in the center of the umbrella. Market umbrellas come in various material and finish options as well as different opening mechanism and tilting features. Cantilever or “off set” umbrellas have canopies that are supported from above with a post to the side which allows you to shade a large area without the obstruction that a center pole causes. Lastly, specialty umbrellas are usually shaped uniquely to shade areas where a market umbrella or a cantilever cannot. The only specialty umbrella that Galtech offers is the “half wall” umbrella which is perfect for sidewalk café’s or balcony settings.