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How much terrace space does an umbrella base take up?

Update Time:2026/10/23

How much terrace space does an umbrella base take up?

Enough that the base should be set out on the plan rather than discovered on site. Our footprints by type:

  • Resin centre pole bases: 42.5 cm, 44.5 cm, 50 cm and 53.5 cm diameter, with heights from 8 cm to 34 cm
  • Steel-plated concrete centre pole base: 55 cm diameter and 45 cm high
  • HDPE interlocking cross base: 50 x 50 x 7.5 cm
  • HDPE square fillable bases: 85 x 85 x 17 cm and 97 x 97 x 19 cm
  • HDPE base with handle: 90 x 90 x 21 cm
  • Welded marble base: 145 x 120 x 20 cm

A square or cross base at 85 to 97 cm per side is roughly the footprint of a cafe table, so where tables are set 60 to 80 cm apart a base of that size changes the seating spacing. The low resin bases, at 50 cm diameter and 8 cm high, are the ones to choose when the base has to disappear under a table.

Footprint of common bases

A compact centre-pole plate base is roughly 40 cm to 50 cm across. A cantilever base is larger, often 80 cm to 100 cm, because the offset load needs a wide stance. Split and roller bases add a little length when open.

Planning the layout

On a tight patio, measure the arc the canopy sweeps and keep the base clear of walkways. For restaurant rows, allow 1.2 m to 1.5 m between pole centres so canopies do not clash when tilted.

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