umbrellas
Archasol (Chevy Chase, MD) makes the Kasa solar-powered umbrella, designed to extend outdoor dining time after sunset without the need for any separate power supply or trailing electrical cords. Flexible PV cells attached to the polyester fabric. The umbrella provides up to 10 hours of continuous nighttime illumination from LED strip lights positioned along the ribs. Learn more here.
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Backyard X-Scapes (San Diego, CA) supplies Mexican thatch for use in creating tiki bars, gazebos,…
Color Match Pool Fittings (Surprise, AZ) makes pole holders for concrete pools and spas. Designed…
In recent years, I've noticed a tremendous increase in the demand for shade structures - so much so that it would seem the era of slathering on suntan oil and basking in the sun in search of a savage tan might be gone forever. It's an exciting trend that really expands the creative possibilities for watershapers working across a broad range of styles and pricing levels. And no one could be happier about that than me: For one thing, I'm fair-skinned and burn easily; for another, adding
