Umbrellas

Patio Umbrellas — Shade Done Right

Shade is one of the most underrated elements of a well-designed outdoor space—and the right umbrella does more than block the sun. It defines a zone, anchors a furniture arrangement, and adds a finished quality that pulls everything together. Hennen’s Furniture carries a carefully curated selection of patio umbrellas built to deliver on all of that: clean profiles that complement any style of outdoor furniture, fabrics engineered to resist fading through season after season of Minnesota sun, and construction quality that holds up everyday use. Bases are included in the collection to ensure every umbrella is properly supported for the space and conditions where it will live.

What Is the Difference Between a Market Umbrella and a Cantilever Umbrella?

The style of umbrella that works best depends on where you need shade and how your outdoor furniture is arranged. A market umbrella uses a center pole that passes through a table or sits in a freestanding base—it's the classic patio look and works beautifully over a dining set. A cantilever, or offset, umbrella moves the pole entirely to the side, suspending the canopy overhead without any obstruction in the middle. This makes it the right choice for lounge chairs, sectionals, or any seating arrangement where a center pole would get in the way. Many cantilever models also rotate and tilt, giving you precise control over shade angle throughout the day.

Umbrella Style

When to Choose It

Market (Center Pole)

Over a dining table; classic look; works with tables that have a center opening or a freestanding base

Cantilever (Offset)

Over lounge chairs, sectionals, or any area where a center pole would obstruct

Tilting Umbrella

When sun angle shifts throughout the day; available in both market and cantilever styles

What Size Patio Umbrella Do I Need?

A well-sized umbrella extends 2–3 feet beyond the edge of your table or seating area on each side—enough to shade both the furniture and the people using it. Going slightly larger than you think you need is rarely a mistake; too small, and you're chasing shade all afternoon.

What Umbrella Fabric and Frame Materials Hold Up Outdoors?

Umbrella performance comes down to two things: the frame and the fabric. For outdoor use in a climate like Minnesota's—with strong summer UV, occasional high winds, and cold storage months—both need to be built for sustained exposure.

The umbrellas in Hennen's collection are selected to meet the construction standard that consistently delivers the best lifespan in real outdoor conditions.

Do I Need a Separate Umbrella Base, and How Do I Choose One?

A weighted umbrella base is essential to stabilizing your umbrella and patio set. The right base depends on two things: the size of your umbrella's canopy and how exposed your outdoor space is to wind. A heavier canopy generates more lateral force in a breeze, and an open backyard or lakeside setting demands more ballast than a sheltered patio. Hennen's offers bases from reliable brands such as Treasure Garden and Escalade sized and weighted to pair correctly with the umbrellas in our collection—from compact resin options suited for smaller market umbrellas to heavier cast iron styles designed for larger canopies and more exposed conditions. Matching base to umbrella at the point of purchase, rather than adding a base as an afterthought, is the single most effective way to prevent tipping and extend the life of both.

The Right Umbrella Completes the Space

A patio umbrella is one of those purchases that quietly elevates everything around it. The right size and style makes a dining area feel more intentional, a lounge zone more inviting, and a deck more like an outdoor room than a stretch of exposed wood. Hennen's umbrella selection is curated to coordinate naturally with our outdoor dining and seating collections—so whether you're pairing a market umbrella with a 5-piece outdoor dining set or positioning a cantilever over a lounge grouping, the proportions and quality are designed to work together.

Shop Patio Umbrellas Online

Find the patio umbrella that fits your space, your furniture, and your Minnesota summer. Browse Hennen's full umbrella and base collection—and enjoy every shaded hour of the season.