I bought this umbrella to cover my large patio.  The umbrella was easy to put together and it's easy to work.  I didn't realize when I bought it that the directions do state to not use on windy days.  Had I known that, I may not have bought it.  It does have an easy to use tilt feature, but again, if it's a windy day, you can't use that feature.  On a calm day, it's great.