Description
Free shipping to the lower 48 states. Delivery is already included in the price shown, so there is nothing to add at checkout. Shipping to Alaska or Hawaii is quoted separately, so call or text us before you order.
The Owner's Insights on the Serenity Cantilever Umbrella
The Serenity is the single-canopy umbrella I point people to when the patio at their property is unusable from noon to five. The shade sits off to one side of a slim mast, so there is no pole through the middle of your dining table and no guest bumping a knee on it.
A gas-assisted lift and a sliding mechanism open the canopy in about 5 seconds. There is no crank and no cable. Once open, the whole umbrella turns 360 degrees on its mast, so you can swing the shade with the sun. The mast cap stands about 9 ft 6 in tall and the canopy edge hangs at about 7 ft 3 in.
The honest part: it does not tilt, and it is not a storm umbrella. Shadowspec rates it to Beaufort 5 — winds of 19 to 24 mph — on a fixed mount, and their own guidance is to close and secure the canopy once wind passes 40 km/h (25 mph).
Why You'll Love the Shadowspec Serenity
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Opens in about 5 seconds. A gas-assisted lift means your guests can open it themselves, with no crank to jam and no cable to fray.
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Turns a full 360 degrees. The shade follows the sun across the afternoon, so nobody gets moved off their seat at 3 p.m.
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Offset arm, no center pole. The whole table sits in shade with nothing in the middle to hit with a chair.
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Built-in LED light in the hub. Add the optional rechargeable battery and the canopy lights up the table after dark, with no wiring.
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Marine-grade aluminum and 316 stainless steel. Built for sun, rain and pool chemicals, so the frame carries a 6-year warranty and the fabric 10 years.
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Four ways to mount it. Bolt it to a slab, set it in the ground, stand it on a base, or fix it to a wall.
Not sure which size or mount fits your patio? Call or text us at 1 800 914 0074 or 352 274 6387, or email sales@optimaloutdooroasis.com. Texting is fine. We will size it with you before you order.
Why You Should Consider a Shadowspec Cantilever Umbrella
Shadowspec is a family-owned New Zealand company that builds every umbrella by hand. The Serenity and its siblings carry Shadowspec's own patented lift, glide and lock mechanisms, a 10-year fabric warranty and a 6-year frame warranty. That is a long guarantee on a product that lives outside year-round.
See the Serenity Open and Close
This is Shadowspec's own short clip showing how easy the Serenity is to use. Watch how little effort the lift takes before you pick a size.
Shadowspec Serenity Specifications
| Model |
Shadowspec Serenity, single-canopy rotating cantilever umbrella |
| Canopy sizes |
8' square (2.5 m), 10' square (3.0 m), 11' octagon (3.5 m), 13' octagon (4.0 m) |
| Canopy reach, mast to outer edge |
8' square: 8'8". 10' square: 9'10". 11' octagon: 11'4". 13' octagon: 12'10" |
| Height to top of canopy |
8' square: 9'6". 10' square: 9'3". 11' octagon: 9'9". 13' octagon: 9'6" (surface plate adds 1/2 in, free-standing base adds 6 in) |
| Ground to lower canopy edge, open |
About 7'2" to 7'4" depending on size |
| Frame |
Marine-grade aluminum with a 316 stainless steel spigot |
| Frame colors |
Space Grey standard. Heron Black on the 10' square and 13' octagon, by request |
| Fabric |
Solution-dyed acrylic from Sunbrella and Recasens, UPF 80, resistant to mold, mildew, chlorine and stains |
| Canopy colors offered here |
Oyster, Alpine Stone, Charcoal Tweed and Black. Special-order colors available on request |
| Opening |
Gas-assisted lift and slide, about 5 seconds, no crank or cable |
| Rotation |
360 degrees at every size |
| Light |
LED in the hub, powered by an optional rechargeable battery ($313) or a hardwire kit ($550) |
| Mounting options |
Surface plate, in-ground anchor, free-standing base with aluminum base cover, wall mount bracket. One is included in the price |
| Free-standing base |
Requires 12 concrete pavers, 16 x 16 x 1-3/4 in, not included. Optional wheels $382 |
| Wind |
Rated to Beaufort 5 (19–24 mph / 29–38 kph) on a fixed mount, per Shadowspec's own wind guide. Close and secure the canopy with the strap once wind exceeds 40 km/h (25 mph). Not rated on the free-standing base, since it isn't fixed to anything. |
| Assembly |
Two people. Fasteners for a slab or wall are not supplied |
| Country of manufacture |
Hand built in New Zealand |
| Warranty |
Residential: 10-year fabric, 6-year frame. Commercial use: 3 years on both. Accessories 1 year. Protection cover 3 years |
| Weight and packed size |
To be confirmed. Call or text us for the crate weight and size for your configuration |
| Shipping |
Free to the lower 48 states and already included in the price. Alaska and Hawaii are quoted separately |
Important Notes Before You Buy
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Close it in wind. Rated to Beaufort 5 (19–24 mph) on a fixed mount. Close and secure the canopy once wind passes 40 km/h (25 mph), per Shadowspec's own guidance. Wind damage is not covered by the warranty.
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No tilt. It rotates but does not tilt, so low sun can reach under the edge.
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Free-standing base needs pavers. Twelve concrete pavers, not included, or the warranty is void.
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Fasteners are not supplied. You need four 4 in concrete screws or Dyna-Bolts for the surface plate.
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Hardwired light needs an electrician. The manual requires a licensed electrician for the hardwire kit.
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Special-order colors take longer. Ask us before you pick one.
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Furniture is not included. Nothing in the photos ships with the umbrella.
Supporting Documents
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Serenity Size Do You Need?
Measure the area you want shaded, then add the reach. As a rule of thumb, the 8' square suits a small table, the 10' square a full dining table, and the 11' and 13' octagons a larger patio or a pair of lounge chairs beside a pool. The canopy reaches 8'8" to 12'10" from the mast, so allow that much clear space on the shade side and about 9 ft 6 in of height. If you want more than one canopy, look at the Shadowspec Unity.
Which Mount Is Right for Your Patio?
The surface plate bolts to a concrete slab at least 4 in deep, using four fasteners you supply, and is the simplest choice. The in-ground anchor sets in concrete and suits a lawn or garden bed. The wall mount bracket is for when ground mounting is not possible. The free-standing base sits on top of any flat surface, but it must be loaded with 12 concrete pavers or Shadowspec's warranty is void. The pavers are not included, and the base adds about 6 in to the height.
How Much Does the Serenity Cost Delivered?
The price shown is the complete umbrella with the mount you pick, and shipping to the lower 48 states is free. The price you see is the price you pay. A built-in light needs a battery at $313, protection covers start at $662, and wheels for the free-standing base are $382. Installation is not included. Ask about special offers on bulk or multi-umbrella orders — call or text us at 1 800 914 0074 or 352 274 6387, or email sales@optimaloutdooroasis.com. For a size-by-size walkthrough, read our Shadowspec umbrella price guide.
Does the Serenity Handle Wind?
Shadowspec rates the Serenity to Beaufort 5 — winds of 19 to 24 mph — on a fixed mount. Their own guidance is to close the canopy and secure it with the provided strap once wind passes 40 km/h (25 mph). That rating does not apply to the free-standing base, since it is not fixed to anything. Wind damage is excluded from the warranty. If nobody is at the property to close it, think about that before you buy.
Delivery and Lead Time
Four canopy colors are stock colors that ship from Shadowspec's Houston warehouse. Anything else is made to order in New Zealand and takes longer. We have not shipped enough of these to give you an honest average yet, so call or text us at 1 800 914 0074 or 352 274 6387 and we will give you today's real number. Shipping to the lower 48 states is free and already included in the price, so the total at checkout is what you pay. Shipping to Alaska or Hawaii is quoted separately, so call or text us before you order.
Warranty and the Fine Print
For residential use, the fabric carries 10 years and the frame 6 years, counted from the invoice date. In commercial applications both drop to 3 years. Accessories carry 1 year. The warranty does not cover wind, storm damage, standing water or snow, or an umbrella left open in bad weather. Whether a short-term rental counts as residential or commercial is Shadowspec's decision, so ask us before you order.
Ready to shade the patio? Pick your size, mount and color above, or browse all Shadowspec umbrellas. Questions about sizing, mounting or delivery? Call or text 1 800 914 0074 or 352 274 6387, or read our shipping page. We can also match you with a local installer.
Kristin
Outdoor Project Specialist