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The Benefits of Luxury Cantilever Umbrellas

Do You Need Shade But Lack Space?

Limited space for a central pole in your outdoor area? Cantilever umbrellas offer an unobstructed area beneath the canopy, eliminating the need for a center pole. They’re perfect for creating an intimate atmosphere on patios or in restaurant settings, where you want to avoid having masts interfere with conversation.

The Shadowspec Unity™ is a multi-canopy umbrella that offers more coverage as it mounts up to four canopies off one mast and offers maximum protection from the sun’s harmful rays.

The Shadowspec Serenity™ and Shadowspec Unity™ is a high quality, strong shade umbrella that use gas strut, easy lift technology for easy deployment every time. There are no internal cables, moving parts or crank handles, which can cause ongoing maintenance issues.

These two models only take seconds to deploy. They are manufactured from marine-grade aluminium and stainless steel componentry that are heat treated to maximise structural strength.

What Is a Cantilever Umbrella?

A cantilever umbrella offers unobstructed space beneath the canopy, thanks to its design that eliminates the need for a centre pole. Supported by a freestanding side pole and suspended in the air, it’s perfect for patios or restaurant settings where you want to keep the area open and free of masts that could disrupt conversations.

Mounting Options

A portable cantilever umbrella base allows you to change where the umbrella is located. Move your umbrella from the pool to over the spa, or around your outdoor table with Shadowspec’s Free-standing Base. The In-ground Anchor and Surface Plate are better suited to alfresco dining areas, decks or patios.

Looking for the Best Cantilever Umbrella?

Shadowspec umbrellas are built with marine-grade materials like stainless steel and solid mould aluminium. Our canopies are water-repellent, mould-resistant, and colour-fast, making them the ultimate choice for waterproof cantilever umbrellas.

Easy-Lift Umbrellas — Why Are They Such a Big Deal?

This technology allows for easy deployment every time due to a gas strut and quick-release sliding system. The patented ‘one movement’ sliding system enables the umbrella to be opened and closed in one sliding action.

Why Choose Shadowspec?

Shadowspec is a global manufacturer of innovative umbrellas. Read our reviews >

Expert Shade For Every Space

Each Shadowspec Umbrella is engineered to deliver expert shade with brilliant design. Explore our range to find the perfect solution for your outdoor space.

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Shadowspec Unity™

The Shadowspec Unity™ is a multi-canopy cantilever umbrella that provides broad, unobstructed shade for patios, poolside areas, and outdoor venues. With smooth gas-assisted lift, 360-degree rotation, and marine-grade construction, it combines effortless operation with lasting durability. Sunbrella and Recasens fabrics ensure an elegant style that performs season after season.
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Shadowspec Serenity™

Shadowspec Serenity™ offers versatile mounting options to suit any space, including surface plates, in-ground anchors, wall brackets, and free-standing bases. Each option is crafted from marine-grade 316 stainless steel for lasting strength and stability. Patented and trademarked technology ensures smooth operation, seamless design, and reliable performance.
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SU4 Tilting Offset Umbrella >

The SU4 Tilting Cantilever Umbrella brings adaptable shade to home and garden spaces as well as cafés. Its elegant tilt system allows you to follow the sun throughout the day, while 360-degree rotation provides full flexibility in positioning. Built from marine-grade aluminium with stainless steel fittings and a durable high-performance hub, it combines strength, reliability, and refined design.

Cantilever Shade Solutions for Patios

Chris, a business owner in New Zealand, wanted to enjoy his outdoor space with his young family. However, the intense summer heat made it challenging to spend extended time outside. He needed a durable and easy-to-use sun umbrella. The perfect solution was to install a Shadowspec Unity™ Quattro cantilever umbrella over the in-ground spa pool.

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Ideal for Hospitality, Perfect for Home

Situated along the rugged, picturesque Tutukaka coastline, Christine and her husband’s new home is quintessential, with clever design, open-plan living and coastal charm, the location is perfect for friends and family. In need of shade for the exposed patio, an outdoor umbrella was the perfect option.

Christine’s shade story began in Whangarei’s Town Basin. World-renowned, the bustling harbourside space has excellent cafes, shops and the iconic Hundertwasser Art Museum.

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Choose Your Umbrella Style

The Shadowspec Unity™ is our flagship model, distinguished by its exclusive and modular design. Unlike traditional parasols, it allows you to mount up to four canopies on a single central mast. The Shadowspec Unity™ Umbrella helps you craft modern, standout spaces that leave a lasting impression and keep guests returning. It is the leading cantilever umbrella of its kind on the market.

The Shadowspec Serenity™ is crafted for easy adjustment with the sun, incorporating the same easy-lift and one-movement technology as the Shadowspec Unity™. It’s an ideal outdoor umbrella for a café, patio, rooftop, or backyard, offering both functionality and style.

Both the Shadowspec Serenity and Unity models feature with integrated LED lighting, controllable via the Shadowspec App. Illuminate your space with these advanced features.

Our umbrellas feature marine-grade construction and UV protection in the fabric. We have a range of Sunbrella fabrics available in a range of colours so you can stand out or blend in. Protect yourself and your guests from the sun and weather while creating an entertaining space that will be the envy of your competition and neighbourhood.

 

Eliminating umbrella masts from your conversations ensures everyone can enjoy their time together. Shadowspec enhances experiences by helping you design an inviting outdoor area, whether you’re extending your home’s living space with a cantilever patio umbrella or expanding your seating with outdoor dining solutions for your café or restaurant.

Cantilever umbrellas can be mounted in a variety of ways. Try a portable base with wheels so you can shift your layout throughout the year. In-ground and surface mounts are more sturdy and permanent – great for patios and alfresco areas where your other fixtures are also permanent.

An offset shade umbrella provides a versatile shading solution, with the ability to rotate 360 degrees and tilt up to 18 degrees. This allows you to optimise shade coverage no matter how the sun shifts.

Our gas-assisted lift, one-movement sliding action make our umbrellas perfect for the hospitality industry, ideal for use in bars and restaurants. With multiple umbrellas on one pole, you can expand your outdoor space. Save time and money with your staff spending less time arranging furniture and more time with customers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A cantilever umbrella shifts the mast to the side and clears the space beneath the canopy. This allows you to place loungers, dining sets or sofas without working around a centre pole. The design creates an open, balanced and comfortable layout.

Begin by assessing the zone you want to shade and how people move through the space. The canopy should reach beyond your seating area to ensure full protection from the sun. Larger decks or patios may benefit from wide-span models or multi-canopy systems for stronger coverage.

A strong frame should hold its form under daily use. Marine-grade aluminium and stainless fittings resist corrosion and support smooth rotation. The mast and arm system should feel steady as you open and close the umbrella and reposition the canopy throughout the day.

Yes. The canopy fabric blocks harsh rays and reduces heat beneath the umbrella. The broad overhead coverage provides a calm and comfortable space, even during bright midday sun. With the ability to rotate, you can track the sun’s movement without shifting your furniture.

You can install a cantilever umbrella using a surface plate, an in-ground anchor or a mobile base. A surface plate gives a clean and permanent finish. An in-ground anchor integrates into the landscape for a seamless look. A mobile base supports areas where layout changes are common.