Our umbrellas feature premium solution-dyed acrylic fabric, renowned for its exceptional durability. The unique process involves integrating the colour into the acrylic polymer before it's spun into yarn, ensuring the colour isn't just on the surface but runs deeply throughout the fabric. This advanced technique creates a material that's inherently resistant to fading and wear from harsh weather conditions, making it perfectly suited for the demanding Australian climate.

Our umbrellas feature a powder-coated aluminium structure, offering excellent resistance to rust and corrosion.

While our umbrellas are designed to withstand various weather conditions, we recommend using the provided protective cover and closing the umbrella when not in use to extend its lifespan and for safety reasons.

Our umbrellas boast an expansive 3m diameter canopy, providing ample shade and coverage for your outdoor spaces.

The double-tiered design not only adds a touch of elegance but also enhances air circulation and stability, especially in windy conditions.

Our umbrellas are crafted with waterproof fabric, offering reliable protection against rain. While they are primarily designed for sun protection, the unique double-tiered structure may allow some water to pass through during heavy downpours.

The umbrella can be easily cleaned with mild soap and water. For tougher stains, a soft-bristled brush can be used. Avoid using harsh chemicals as they might damage the fabric.

Our umbrellas are designed to be easily retracted when not in use. This feature not only helps in protecting the umbrella but also offers flexibility in managing your outdoor space.

Yes, we offer a 1-Year Craftsmanship and 2-Year Fabric Fade Warranty. Learn more HERE

If you require a replacement part, please contact us directly with your umbrella model and the specific part needed. We will assist you in obtaining the right component for your umbrella.

Yes. Every umbrella needs a weighted base, and bases are sold separately. Our 24.5kg base is sized for the 48mm pole and is the base our wind tests were run on. For rooftops, headlands and other exposed spots, add the 25kg extra weight plate on top (it fits our bases bought from March 2026). If you already have a base, check it fits a 48mm pole.

Our umbrellas are wind-tunnel tested to 60 km/h on our 24.5kg base. Like any market umbrella, close it and fit the cover whenever it's unattended or strong wind is forecast, and add the extra weight plate in exposed spots. Extra weight plate.

A 3m double-tier canopy shades a six-seat outdoor table through the middle of the day. In the late afternoon the shade moves a metre or two, so set the base slightly towards the sun. The umbrella stands 2.7m tall.

The canopy fabric is rated UVE 99% (ultraviolet effectiveness) with an Ultra-heavy cover rating, tested and certified by ARPANSA to the Australian shade-fabric standard AS 4174:2018. See the ARPANSA results.

Standard delivery with Aramex is free Australia-wide. Orders placed before 1pm Sydney time ship the next business day, then usually take 0–1 business days to Sydney, 1–2 to Brisbane, Melbourne and Canberra, 3–4 to Adelaide and 6–7 to Perth. Need it sooner? Express with FedEx is $39 per item (an umbrella with a base is $78) and arrives the next day after dispatch in most east-coast cities. Delivery details.

You have 30 days from delivery to return unused items in their original condition and packaging. Email info@retroumbrella.co first and, once your return is approved, we send a prepaid return label. Sale or discounted items can't be returned. This doesn't limit your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Full returns policy.

Yes. Our swatch pack and lookbook has fabric swatches of Ivory Mist, Golden Hour, Midnight Navy, Cactus Green, Flamingo Blush and Desert Sand. For our newer colours, email info@retroumbrella.co and we'll help. You can also use See it in your space on any umbrella page to preview a colour in a photo of your own garden or pool. Get the swatch pack.

On The Block 2026 (Season 22), Adam & Jolene won Pool & Terrace Week with a Desert Sand umbrella, and Courtney & Sev finished a fraction of a point behind with Ivory Mist. Lisa & Rosco chose Ivory Mist too. On The Block 2025 (Season 21), winners Britt & Taz came to us for the umbrellas in their poolside entertaining area. See The Block umbrellas.

Yes. Trade pricing is available on orders of 5 or more umbrellas for venues, hospitality groups, event planners and stylists. Send us an enquiry and we'll come back with a quote. Trade enquiries.

Yes. PayPal Pay in 4 splits orders between $30 and $2,000 into four interest-free payments at checkout.

Retro Umbrella Co is an Australian business, and every order ships from New South Wales.