Convenient Folding Canopy Choices!

Whether you need shade protection for a backyard party, a hammock canopy, a camping trip, or just an afternoon outside, a folding canopy sun screen is the best way to easily protect yourself or friends and family from rough summer days. All models of folding canopies are collapsible, meaning they can be easily carried from one location to another and stored in a small space. A folding sun canopy are relatively inexpensive, ranging from fifty to two hundred dollars and many can be found at local home improvement or retail stores.

A Swiss Gear ten by ten Smart Shade canopy is one of the most practical and durable folding models on the market. Covering a full one hundred square feet from the sun, the Smart Shade has complete UV resistance so that even direct light will not filter through the fabric. No tools are required to set up the canopy, and the design is simplified to be ready in a matter of minutes for use. The fabric is water resistant and comes in half a dozen colors. The entire canopy reaches up to nine feet and weighs thirty six pounds, coming with a carrying case for simple transportation and storage. Customers have responded positively to the Swiss Gear model, claiming that it is more resistant to heat accumulation than other models and does not need to be taken down in rain. At one hundred sixty dollars, it is one of the pricier models on the market.

For those customers interested in a more budget friendly model, a Palm Springs Outdoor Pop Up canopy provides great protection for only one hundred dollars. This ten by ten foot shade stand is ideal for parties, weddings, or camping trips due to the easy installation and breaking down. The full canopy can be put up or taken down in under a minute and does not require additional struts or weights for support. The Pop Up has rust resistant steel framing poles that provide strength but also additional weight; at fifty pounds, it is a heavier option than most. Velcro strips keep the poles in place, so that in the case of heavy winds the fabric will not rip or tear. Reviewers have mixed feelings about the Pop Up, claiming it is not a strong folding canopy for inclement weather, as rain will cause the design to buckle or even break down under the weight of a downpour. Additionally, the fabric is not water resistant and is prone to mold.