This outdoor parasol is perfect to create some shade and protect you from the sun's harmful UV rays. Simply screw in the final and then screw the wooden poles together. Simple pulley mechanism to open and close the umbrella, pull the string to elevate the beams and lock the key in place in the pre-drilled hole. Easy to maintain, Green polyester canopy. Simply wipe clean with a damp sponge or cloth and allow to dry. We would recommend using the parasol with a sturdy base, (sold separately) and we would advise that the item is safely stored when not in use.