This parasol is made from aluminium and the parasol canopy is manufactured from 180 gram spun Polyester; both these materials are ideal for designing garden parasols. The aluminium pole is dark grey; anthracite coloured, to suit most garden furniture sets. All fixtures and fittings are aluminium and plastic. The crank rope is made from an Anti-Fray 1cm thick black colour rope. The parasol pole separates in the middle of the stem to make it easy to store. The parasol canopy on this garden parasol is removable and machine washable at 40oC. The Polyester fabric is inherently fade, rot, shrink, crumple and stain resistant. We strongly recommend you weigh this parasol down with as heavy a parasol base as possible. If you intend using this parasol in conjunction with a table a 15kg or 20kg parasol base will be ok. However, if you wish to use this parasol free standing then we suggest you purchase a 25kg or 50kg parasol base. We also recommend this garden parasol is stored in a dry and safe environment throughout the winter months. We always recommend that the parasol remains closed during extreme windy conditions and this parasol is fully closable to avoid wind damage. Colour (Fabric): Black, Size: 215cm H x 240cm W x 240cm D