The umbrella was up for 5 days when I heard a loud snapping noise and I piece of metal hit the deck.  One arm of the umbrella collapsed.  I thought I would be able to re-insert the metal rod, but the support had snapped in half.  So I lasted 5 days and broke.  And to add insult to injury, I had already thrown away the packing so I can't even return this piece of trash.   Don't waste your money, this item is no good.