The shade is waterproof and UV-resistant, it can not only provide shelter for you when raining but also keep you cool under the hot sun. The Parasol base structure of the cross ensures sturdiness, therefore makes it easy to carry and store yet reliable to keep the umbrella upright. Made from iron, it is of high quality which supports it to maintain condition after years of usage. We suggest that you put an extra 50kg weight on it to reinforce the parasol after assembly. Another parasol base consists of 4 separate parts, it is designed to achieve optimal firmness. Each segment can be filled with water, sand or a mixture of both.