Design your Glatz parasol
Parasol configuratorThe perfect parasol
When the sun shines, everyone wants to enjoy outdoor spaces – provided the sun protection is right. With Glatz parasols, you’ll find the right solution for every situation – from elegant rectangular parasols for the balcony to giant parasols for large terraces or restaurant areas. Speaking of sun protection: a Glatz parasol reliably protects your skin against ultraviolet rays with a maximum UV protection of over 98 percent.
Perhaps you’re currently wondering which parasol suits you or what the differences between the individual models are. At Glatz, you’ll find sturdy parasols for any use.
On the patio and in the garden, it’s all about flexibility. Depending on the furniture and surface, both cantilever and centre-pole parasols are suitable. The decisive factors are the path of the sun, how the shade is to be used and how much freedom of movement is needed under the parasol.
In the catering and hotel industries and for very large outdoor areas, stability, ease of operation and size are most important. Large windproof parasols ensure that multiple tables can be shaded at the same time and create a pleasant ambience for guests.
Space is usually limited on a balcony. Compact models or rectangular parasols that can be optimally positioned are ideal for such spaces. It’s important that the parasol doesn’t take up much space but still reliably provides shade. Since every balcony is different, Glatz offers countless possible combinations for the right balcony parasol.
After the right type of parasol has been selected, the shape needs to be chosen. The shape of the parasol also influences how well the model integrates into the outdoor space.
Round parasols are considered the classic option. They produce uniform shade and blend harmoniously into the surroundings in gardens or larger areas. On very small balconies, however, a round shape might not be ideal when space is limited. That’s because circular parasols need the same amount of space in all directions and therefore cannot be optimally placed flush against walls or in corners.
Rectangular parasols are less common. Nevertheless, they’re particularly well suited for clear structures and angular outdoor areas. They can be optimally adapted to house walls or furniture groups and make highly efficient use of existing spaces.
Shape is also important to consider for cantilever parasols. Square and rectangular models can be particularly well integrated into thoughtfully designed outdoor areas. Due to the side-mounted pole, rectangular cantilever parasols offer the great advantage that there is always enough space directly under the canopy for furniture. When several rectangular cantilever parasols are placed side by side, they create a continuous shaded area.
Whether round or rectangular – you can create your perfect parasol in no time with our configurator.
Size is the other key factor alongside shape that determines how effective your parasol will be.
Glatz offers parasols with a diameter from 2 metres and up, especially for smaller balconies and patios. If you want to shade a balcony, you can attach a small parasol to the railing with a balcony clamp to save space. The lawn spike offers another fixation option, which is also designed for small parasols. You can use it to securely fasten your parasol to the lawn.
A three-metre parasol creates a large shaded area with more than enough space for four people.These models are particularly suitable for larger outdoor areas and are available in a wide range of designs – for example, round, rectangular or square. Four-metre parasols are classed as giant parasols. This makes it perfect for professional use as well as for private households, provided there is adequate space on the patio. Glatz offers a range of 4-metre parasols in diverse shapes.
Large, stable parasols are in high demand, particularly in the catering and hotel sectors. Glatz designs professional parasols with spans reaching up to 8 metres, which offer reliable protection against UV radiation, wind, rain and cold.
Still unsure which size is right for you? Our support centre will be happy to help you make the right choice.
For architects, designers, urban planners, contract fitters, restaurateurs or hotel owners, Glatz offers professional parasols that meet the highest standards. In the contract sector, we distinguish between two categories: wind-resistant parasols, developed specifically for exposed locations and performing reliably even in strong winds, and giant parasols, which — with spans of up to 8 metres, custom colours and bespoke manufacturing — adapt flexibly to any outdoor space.
Glatz parasols feature a range of folding and stepless tilt functions. This allows you to adjust the parasol roof according to the course of the sun.
Depending on the model, the ball-bearing turnable bases on the mast shaft ensure that the parasol can be rotated by 360°. The parasol height can also be easily adjusted at any time.
Many models can be tilted or rotated by 360°, allowing them to easily be adjusted to the position of the sun.
In order to conveniently and quickly open the parasols, Glatz furnishes each model with ergonomic opening mechanisms. Choose from the following:
Ergonomic runners
Pulley systems
Tensioning lever
Removable hand cranks
Motor-driven mechanisms with remote control
Parasols are used outdoors, which is why they must be made of weather-resistant materials. Glatz’s water-repellent parasols offer a water column of over 350 millimetres, providing optimum performance in terms of weather resistance. This means that sociable gatherings under the parasol can continue even if a brief summer shower occurs.
Glatz has been developing and producing parasols since 1895, which means the company has more than 130 years of experience in the manufacture of high-quality sun-protection solutions.
This expertise is evident in every aspect of the parasols – from the choice of materials to the design for different uses. Our values and culture are deeply embedded in every product. Today, Glatz offers one of the world's largest ranges of parasols, providing an enormous variety of shapes, sizes and designs – as well as 70 different canopy colours to choose from.
