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The Eclipse Cantilever Umbrella is a versatile and stylish outdoor shading solution known for its innovative design. With an easy-to-adjust canopy and durable construction, the Eclipse offers adjustable and reliable shade coverage.
High quality and elegant, the Greenwich Premium Market Umbrella will complement the décor of your outdoor living space superbly.
With its flexible arm system and various size and shape options, the Paraflex Umbrella offers customizable shade coverage, making it an excellent choice for enhancing outdoor comfort.
The Nova HD is a giant telescopic heavy duty umbrella, suitable for commercial or residential use. With an 80km/h wind rating it is perfect for large spaces requiring maximum shade coverage.
Our Cafe Series outdoor umbrellas are a versatile range of commercial-grade outdoor umbrellas suitable for residential or trade use. They are available in various sizes from stockists Australia-wide.
The new Versa UX cantilever umbrella is now available and exclusive to our stockists. Once known as ‘The Spectra UX Umbrella’, it has been completely re-designed and re-released as the new ‘Versa UX’.
The Eclipse Cantilever Umbrella is a versatile and stylish outdoor shading solution known for its innovative design. With an easy-to-adjust canopy and durable construction, it offers adjustable and reliable shade coverage.
The Monterey auto-tilt patio/market umbrella will give you and your outdoor area years of sun protection. It features a commercial-grade aluminium pole and flexible fibreglass ribs that make it virtually unbreakable.
Eclipse Wind Tunnel Test
The Monterey auto-tilt patio/market umbrella will give you and your outdoor area years of sun protection. It features a commercial-grade aluminium pole and flexible fibreglass ribs that make it virtually unbreakable.
Paraflex User Tutorial
The Paraflex Umbrella is a highly adaptable outdoor shading solution, known for its innovative design and flexibility. To get a feel for the design and further information check out the following introductory video.
Operating an Aurora Umbrella
Operating an outdoor umbrella such as the Aurora can be done with ease thanks to its simple and user-friendly design. To see how easy it is watch the following video showcasing the step by step process.
Operating an Eclipse Umbrella
Find out how to use our Eclipse Cantilever Umbrella. Its durable construction and innovative design offers you adjustable shade coverage, making it a perfect choice for patios, decks, and other outdoor settings.
Cantilever Umbrella to Concrete
We will guide you through the process of setting up and installing a stylish and functional cantilever umbrella on your existing concrete patio using the spigot that comes with the umbrella.
Cantilever Umbrella on Decking
Proper installation ensures your umbrella remains stable and provides reliable shade for years to come. To find out how you can safely and securely install your umbrella into a timber decking watch this video.
Cantilever Inground Fitting
Installing a cantilever umbrella with an inground fitting involves embedding an anchor into the ground using concrete. This fitting provides a stable solution for supporting your cantilever umbrella.
Cantilever Umbrella to Concrete using Base Plate
See the step-by-step process of installing a cantilever umbrella to existing concrete using a base plate. This method makes the spigot that supports the umbrella removeable when the umbrella is removed.
Australia’s Best Umbrella Range
We are Importers, Wholesalers and Distributors of quality umbrella shade solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run business with over 25 years experience in providing shade solutions in Australia. We pride ourselves on providing great customer service, building relationships with our clients and having a unique and innovative product range.
The Making Of Our Umbrellas
See our step-by-step manufacturing process used to craft our quality umbrella products. We use precision engineering to create umbrellas that are stylish, durable and capable of withstanding the rigors of outdoor use.
The Best Cantilever Umbrellas
Our Cantilever Umbrellas are renowned for their elegant design and practicality. Featuring a unique offset design and durable construction, they offer adjustable shade coverage and reliable protection from the sun.
About Our Umbrellas
Cantilever umbrellas are a stylish and practical solution for providing shade in outdoor spaces. These umbrellas feature a unique off-center design with a sturdy, overhanging support, allowing for versatile placement.
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Benefits of Buying a Cantilever Umbrella
Here at Instant Shade, we’ve designed what we consider to be Australia’s best cantilever umbrellas. They can be an absolute game
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Brand New Burger Restaurant Opens with Branded Umbrellas
Instant Shade Umbrellas were involved in the fit out of Grill’d Burger’s newest restaurant. We supplied branded cafe series outdoor umbrellas
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Branded Commercial Umbrellas
Behind the Scenes with 2Brothers Brewery: The Making of an Instant Shade Umbrella Come with us behind the scenes to see
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Cantilever Umbrella Placement Guide
WHERE TO BEGIN One of the easiest ways to increase your usable outdoor space, provide shelter from sunlight and rain, while
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Choosing the Perfect Commercial Umbrella for Your Venue
Creating a comfortable and inviting outdoor space is essential for any commercial venue, whether it’s a bustling café, a serene restaurant
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Cleaning and Maintaining Your Outdoor Umbrella
Outdoor umbrellas are not just functional accessories; they are investments in comfort and aesthetics for your outdoor area. Like any investment
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Commercial Cantilever Umbrella
Are you wanting a unique umbrella with a modern edge for your next project? The European designed Spectra Commercial Cantilever Umbrella is the
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Commercial umbrellas for Breweries
Here in Australia there are more and more boutique breweries opening up, providing patrons an opportunity to sample the different varieties
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Commercial Umbrellas For COVID-Safe Outdoor Dining 2021
Are you a bar, cafe or restaurant looking to enhance your outdoor dining area in a COVID-Safe way? We are the
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Commercial Umbrellas For COVID-Safe Outdoor Hospitality
Are you a restaurant, café, pub or club looking to expand your outdoor dining area in a COVID-Safe way? We have
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Commercial Umbrellas For Outdoor Dining 2022
Are you a cafe, restaurant or bar looking to enhance your outdoor dining area in a COVID-Safe way? We are the
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Commercial Umbrellas for Portsea Polo Event
Instant Shade Umbrellas were proud to provide our 3m square café series market umbrellas, and 2.8m square Aurora Cantilever umbrellas, to
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Connecting outdoor umbrellas with removeable gutters
Using multiple large outdoor umbrellas to cover an outdoor space can be a very effective method of providing shade and shelter.
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Custom Printed Commercial Umbrellas for Major Events
We’ve been very busy this January supplying and installing umbrellas to one of Melbourne’s biggest sporting events. The patrons watching the
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Design Trend – Striped Umbrellas
An emerging design trend we have been witnessing at Instant Shade Umbrellas is for classic striped umbrellas for backyard renovations, outdoor
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Digitally Printed Promotional Umbrellas – Dye Sublimation vs UV-Ink Digital Printing
Branded umbrellas are one of the most effective forms of outdoor advertising, particularly in hospitality environments such as cafes, restaurants, pubs,
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Heavy Duty Cantilever Umbrellas
Our Heavy Duty Cantilever Umbrella, the ‘Eclipse’ is the perfect choice in a Commercial setting where you need to maximise your
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Heavy Duty Umbrellas for Schools
Our Nova Heavy Duty Umbrellas for schools are an excellent source of shade, and a great alternative to shade sails. Schools
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High Wind Rating Umbrella Structures for Rooftop Play Area
Case Study: Overcoming Installation Challenges and Withstanding Very Strong Winds – A Shade Structure Solution for a Melbourne CBD Childcare Centre On
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Hospitality Design Fair in Sydney
Australia’s largest and most important event for hotel design is on again this September, and we will be there! It
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How to install a Cantilever Umbrella spigot directly to a concrete slab
To successfully install a Cantilever Umbrella Spigot directly to a concrete slab all you need to do is watch the detailed
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Installing Heavy Duty Commercial Umbrellas in Challenging Conditions
We love a good challenge. Most umbrella installations are relatively straightforward, and can be completed with the minimum of fuss. Occasionally
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Instant Shade Umbrellas at the Australian Open
Instant Shade Umbrellas are proud to be suppliers of umbrellas to the Australian Open tennis tournament.
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Instant Shade Umbrellas at the Australian Open 2013
We are proud to be the main supplier of umbrellas to the Australian Open Tennis Tournament – The Grand Slam of
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Light up Your Dining Experience
Dining out can be many things – a night off cooking, a chance to catch up with friends and family, a
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New Product Announcement: Greenwich Premium Patio Umbrella by Instant Shade Umbrellas
Introducing the Greenwich: Your New Premium Patio Umbrella We are thrilled to announce the latest addition to our collection of exceptional
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New Product Announcement: Paraflex UX BLACK Wall Mounted Umbrella by Instant Shade Umbrellas
Introducing the Paraflex UX BLACK: The Full Black Wall Mounted Umbrella We are excited to announce our newest product designed and
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Nova HD Telescopic Umbrellas for Restaurants and Cafes
Many restaurants and cafes have wonderful outdoor dining areas, though once the cooler months approach customers move indoors. This can reduce
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Nova HD Umbrellas the Ultimate Choice for Windy Locations
Customers are the most important priority for hospitality venues. There is nothing worse than sitting at your favourite local, with no
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Outdoor Umbrellas – The Buyers Guide For Your Garden Or Patio
Bring the party outdoors for everyone to enjoy with an outdoor umbrella providing shade and style to your outdoor area. Instant Shade
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Picking the Perfect Outdoor Umbrella for Your Backyard Oasis
An outdoor umbrella can be a great addition to your outdoor area, providing shade and shelter from the sun and rain.
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Poolside Cantilever Umbrellas
Autumn and Winter are the ideal time to be planning and prepping a backyard/poolside renovation, so that your entertaining area will
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Premium Patio Umbrella
The Monaco Premium Patio Umbrella is the newest umbrella in our range. Most noteworthy, the Premium Patio Umbrella utilizes all the
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Product Announcement – New Versa UX Cantilever Umbrella now Available in Australia
We are excited to announce our newest product, the Versa UX Cantilever Umbrella, designed and made by Umbrosa in Belgium. Exclusive
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Quality Commercial Umbrellas for Sporting Events
We are proud to supply our umbrellas to the Australian Open tennis for another year. We can supply a range of
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Scolaro Parasols: 50 years of Commercial Cantilever Umbrella Production
Founded in Italy in 1974, Scolaro Parasols have carved a niche for themselves in the world of outdoor luxury commercial cantilever
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Spectra Commercial Cantilever Umbrella
Our most stylish Commercial Cantilever umbrella, the Spectra, makes a stunning addition to any cafe, restaurant, bar or resort area. Made
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The Block Umbrellas
The Block is Australia’s most popular lifestyle and home renovation TV show that is filming its thirteenth season, with Scott Cam
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The Essential Guide to UV Standard 801 for Outdoor Umbrellas: UPF80 provides the Ultimate Protection
When selecting the perfect outdoor umbrella for your space, understanding the significance of fabric protection against harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays is
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Umbrellas with Built-In Heating & Lighting
In a city known for its vibrant dining culture, creating captivating outdoor spaces is essential for restaurants and bars to stand
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Umbrosa Unique Shade Design: Elevating Outdoor Umbrellas
At the prestigious Salone di Mobile 2024 in Milan, one exhibitor stole the spotlight with its innovative approach to outdoor living
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VIDEO – How to Install a Cantilever Umbrella on a Concrete Patio/Slab
Tips for a Successful Install: As with any DIY project, ensure you have the right tools to begin with and take
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VIDEO – How to Install a Cantilever Umbrella on a Timber Deck
Tips for a Successful Install: Before you get started, check you have the correct tools needed to install the Cantilever Umbrella
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Weatherproof Outdoor Structure Installation for Pizza D’Asporto, Yarraville
Located in the bustling inner city suburb of Yarraville in Melbourne, Pizza D’Asporto has been delighting locals with mouthwatering Italian cuisine
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What is a Cantilever Umbrella and What are the Benefits of Installing One?
A cantilever umbrella is a unique and versatile shading solution designed to provide effective protection from the elements whilst maximizing space
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WIN a family holiday accommodation voucher at the Rarotongan Beach Resort, Cook Islands
We recently ran a competition and asked our customers to send in a photo of their Instant Shade Umbrella for a
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Wind Rated Umbrellas at Flemington Racecourse
Instant Shade umbrellas recently completed installation of high wind rated umbrellas at the Iconic Flemington Racecourse, in Melbourne. The umbrellas are
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World Renowned Outdoor Fabric for Australia’s Best Umbrellas
Have you ever wondered how an umbrella is made? An umbrella is made up of many components, and one of the