In your search for suitable sunshade, you may encounter several problems. For instance, the wall may not support the weight of a sunshade. A wall parasol can then be a good alternative. It can often be installed without the need for structural modifications. Moreover, a wall parasol offers a number of additional advantages. Curious to know what these are? In this article, we list all the advantages of a wall parasol as sun protection for you.
Resistant to strong winds
A wall parasol has a strong and solid framework. This ensures that the structure is much better resistant to strong winds than a sunshade. While a sunshade usually has only two support arms, a wall parasol has eight ribs per cloth. Thus, the P6 and P7 wall parasols of 300 x 300 cm can be used in wind forces up to 5 Beaufort. The 250 x 250 cm variant is even resistant to wind forces up to 6 Beaufort. The solid construction also makes the wall parasol very suitable for use as a sunshade in the hospitality industry.
Better force distribution on the wall
A sunshade is always mounted horizontally. When you fully open the sunshade, especially with sunshades that extend far, a considerable force is exerted on the wall. Not every wall is suited to bear this force. The mast of a wall parasol is mounted at multiple points vertically. This ensures an even distribution of the load on the wall. Therefore, it is even possible to mount a wall parasol on a single-brick wall.
Mounting can also be done in or on the ground
If your wall is not suitable to bear the weight of sun protection, or you prefer not to drill holes in the wall, it is also possible to mount the mast of the wall parasol in the ground. This can be done using a ground anchor, or the parasol can be placed freestanding on a weighted base. The result is a freestanding sunshade.
In comparison with a professional articulated arm awning, a wall parasol is surprisingly affordable. This is because wall parasols are produced in standard sizes in large quantities. This results in a lower price than that of a sunshade, which is often made to measure. An additional advantage is that wall parasols can be delivered very quickly. Solero wall parasols are always in stock and therefore often can be delivered and mounted within a week!
Would you like to know more about our wall parasols and are you curious about our range? Feel free to contact us for honest and non-binding advice.
