{"product_id":"cantilever-garden-parasol-coffee","title":"Cantilever Garden Parasol 3m with Adjustable Shade — Coffee","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 3m cantilever garden parasol with an adjustable canopy in a warm coffee finish — pole-free shade with a natural, neutral tone that suits most garden settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you've ever tried to fit a standard centre-pole parasol over a dining set and ended up with a pole awkwardly in the middle of the table, a cantilever solves the problem entirely. The side arm positions the canopy above and to the side, leaving the space underneath completely unobstructed. Everyone gets an uninterrupted view across the table, there's more practical surface area to use, and moving around the seating is easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 3m (295cm diameter), this cantilever comfortably covers a standard 4–6 seat garden dining set or a generous garden sofa arrangement. The adjustable canopy angle lets you track the sun throughout the day — tilt it to the east in the morning, overhead at midday, and towards the west in the afternoon. You do this from the arm mechanism without touching the base or the furniture underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe coffee\/brown tone is a versatile choice — it works with natural rattan, teak, dark aluminium, and most neutral garden furniture without looking out of place. It also shows less dirt and sun fading than a pale canopy over time, which is a practical consideration for a parasol that stays outside for months at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cross base is included. Weights are not — and for a cantilever parasol, getting the ballast right matters more than almost anything else. The offset arm creates significant leverage on the base. For a 3m cantilever, 40–50kg minimum is the right starting point. We stock cantilever parasol weights separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3m canopy — no centre pole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear space underneath for dining sets, garden sofas, and seating where a central pole would get in the way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable canopy angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Track the sun from morning to afternoon without moving the base or furniture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee\/brown finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral tone that suits rattan, teak, and dark aluminium garden furniture — and shows less fading than pale canopies over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCross base included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready to set up — add parasol weights for the required ballast (40–50kg minimum recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrank handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opens and closes the canopy quickly with minimal effort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e48mm pole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with most cantilever parasol bases if you upgrade later\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outsunny\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coffee\/Brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal, Polyester\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCanopy Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 295cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArc Pole:\u003c\/strong\u003e 42mm diameter x 0.8mm thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight Pole:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48mm diameter x 1.0mm thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCross Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 x 100 x 4.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Cantilever garden parasol with cross base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat weight base do I need for a 3m cantilever parasol?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA minimum of 40–50kg of ballast is strongly recommended. The offset arm creates far more leverage than a standard centre-pole parasol — insufficient weight is the most common cause of a cantilever tipping in wind. Weights are not included; we stock cantilever parasol weights separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill a 3m cantilever cover my dining table?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the 295cm canopy diameter comfortably covers most 4–6 seat garden dining tables, with the shade extending slightly beyond the table edges to keep everyone comfortable. For an 8-seat table, a larger cantilever would be a better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose a cantilever over a standard parasol?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA cantilever leaves the full space underneath clear — no pole through the table, no one sitting next to the pole, full table surface available. It's particularly useful over garden sofas, loungers, and dining sets where a central pole simply doesn't work. The trade-off is that cantilever bases need more ballast due to the offset design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it on a balcony?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, provided there is enough space for the 100x100cm base and the canopy to open fully. Weight the base thoroughly — this is especially important on a balcony where tipping could cause damage or injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the canopy angle adjustable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — you can tilt the canopy to follow the sun throughout the day without rotating the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs assembly required?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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