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Espionage and spy craft have always been associated with ingenuity and resourcefulness, utilising everyday objects in extraordinary ways. The humble umbrella is one such object that has found its place in the clandestine world. This blog post delves into the fascinating realm of umbrellas in espionage and spycraft. From the concealment of hidden weapons to […]

If you could use a little extra pick-me-up to get you ready for the rest of the year, why not treat yourself to a luxurious heart-shaped umbrella? Not only is it a great way to say goodbye to January, but it’s also the perfect Valentine’s Day treat for the special person in your life! The

How lucky have we been the last few months, beautiful blue skies, balmy days and all on the lookout for shade, (we hope you took advantage of our parasols). As we look out of the window today at puddles growing ever bigger and weather alerts for storm warnings, our thoughts turn to how we help

It’s hotly debated who created the umbrella first, as sources state both Egypt and China were among the first to adopt them. Early Chinese umbrellas were made of oiled paper and bamboo, but one way they differed was that it wasn’t just royalty who carried them; people across all classes had access to these essential

Getting married outside of the summer months can be a worrying thought if you’re feeling unprepared for the likelihood of rain. You have all these ideas of beautiful clothes and carefree laughter in bright sunlight, and then you realise you might have to walk through your special day in a downpour. This is why many

Fibreglass has qualities that make it the ideal material for umbrella construction. In manufacturing, it has widespread uses in various industries, ranging from motoring to military and labouring to telecommunications. But what makes fibreglass such a good construction material for umbrellas?  Well, the benefits of fibreglass in umbrellas comes down to some of the most

April marks a transitional period in the UK’s weather. We are moving from cold and windy winter months into warm springtime, with mixed weather and April showers. The jet streams move northwards and bring strong winds and rain in the Atlantic. This is most common across Ireland and Scotland. The sudden difference in temperature creates

Umbrellas, also known as parasols, have been used since ancient times. There is a myth that says it was first used in Japan as protection against rain and snow. However, the first umbrellas are believed to have come from China and date back as far as 3500 BC. These earliest umbrellas were made of bamboo

Opening This blog post is for all of our customers who love to be outside and enjoy both the sun or rain. We’ve noticed that many of you are not aware of the dangers that exist when it comes to umbrellas and parasols, so we want to alert you to these potential hazards. The most