If you love the charm and elegance of a patio umbrella with a fringed canopy, this Blissun 9′ Outdoor parasol with Fringe is all you need. It offers a 57 sq. ft. area of shaded area perfect for 42-54-inch, round, square, or rectangular table with 4-6 chairs or two loungers.
You can use this Blissun umbrella not only on your patio but also on the balcony, garden, poolside, lawn, and so on in your residence or commercial spaces, including your outdoor restaurants or bars.
Details and specification
| Details | Description |
| Type | Patio market umbrella |
| Manufacturer | Blissun |
| ASIN (Amazon) | B0834RPY81, B07MYT56XP, B0834R76XR |
| Size | 9 ft. |
| Canopy shape | Round (octagon) |
| Fabric type | 100% polyester |
| Fabric color | Grey, navy blue, and red |
| Frame | Rust-free powder-coated aluminum |
| Pole material and diameter | 1.5-inch (38 mm) aluminum pole |
| Ribs | 8 aluminum ribs |
| Opening mechanism | Crank |
| Tilt mechanism | Push-button tilt |
| Overall height | 8.16 ft. |
| Crank height | 3.66 ft. |
| Wind vent | Single vent |
| Closure | None |
| Extras | |
| Price range | N/A |
| Base or stand | Buy separately |
Canopy
This Blissun 9′ Outdoor Patio Umbrella with a fringe will give your patio or garden a perfect summer vibe. It comes in three lovely solid colors that you will like.
The easy to wash, 100% polyester canopy offers UV protection (but the SPF factor isn’t provided) and is water-proof.
Contrary to what Blissun says, it fades much faster than superior canopy fabrics Sunbrella, which is at the top of the food chain for outdoor umbrella canopies and olefin. Even solution-dyed polyester will outperform this canopy.
Finally, we also noted that the canopy fabric is light-weight.
Frame
Like most Blissun umbrellas, it has a rust-free, powder-coated aluminum frame (8 ribs and a pole with a 1.5-inch diameter). This aluminum is light-weight, durable, and doesn’t corrode or rust readily, and the powder-coating makes it even better.
However, we need to point out that the pole seems very flimsy and will not withstand high winds. A commercial-grade pole would do better or a strong one like steel.
Therefore, always close it when not in use, during storms or strong winds as the pole will warp or even break.
Features
It has a push-button tilt feature to block the sun from various angles, while its opening or closing is down by a crank system.
The umbrella has a vent to allow wind to escape and vent heated air under the canopy. Otherwise, it would easily be blown away or heat up.
One essential and fundamental feature that Blissun needs to include is a strap for securing it once you close it.
Pricing
This umbrella is very affordable and one of the best bargains you can make considering it is well-made and nice looking.
Our verdict
Suppose a fringed umbrella is what best puts forward your unique personality and taste. In that case, Blissun 9′ Outdoor Patio Umbrella with Fringe Push Button Tilt and Crank Garden Parasol is a well-made and great looking good pick.
All you need to know is that it will fade after some time and cannot withstand strong winds. However, considering the price, it is worth every penny you spend on it.
One important thing we need to stress on pairing it with the right umbrella base. Get a base that weighs at least 45 pounds for use with a table or 90 if used standalone to avoid topping as this can damage it, your table, or even other things nearby.
