Ask an Expert: What Is The Best Color for a Patio Umbrella?

We chat with Joe Crandall, a representative for Florida-based luxury umbrella manufacturer Tuuci, about the surprising role color can play in the overall functionality of your umbrella.

• Much like the clothing we wear, lighter and darker patio umbrella colors draw and repel heat differently. Darker fabric is great at masking stains and might be a better fit for environments that are sunny but cool.
• A high-quality umbrella is a long-term investment for your patio, and the color should reflect that.
• Whatever your color preference, the experts recommend choosing a patio umbrella crafted from high-quality, solution-dyed material.