LOVE this umbrella! I purchased this last summer to use on patio.  It is nice and big with lovely, black double-layered scalloped edging.  I have received several compliments on it.  We had it up all summer and the black piping has not faded.  The white does get soiled but it seemed easy to remove most of the spots and dust.  It has not molded as of yet.  Great addition to my backyard furniture collection.