Our very old parasol ripped in the wind. We needed a new one and this seemed to fit the bill. first, there isn't a sleeve to store it in over winter. There isn't a strap to secure it when closed. the fabric is so flimsy I doubt it will last any time at all. All in all I wish I had returned it but the box it came in got damaged so couldn't. A bit disappointing if I'm honest. You can't beat going into a shop and seeing and feeling what you are paying for. LESSON LEARNED.