The sun is essential for human health, but prolonged exposure to its rays is harmful! The anti UV umbrella keeps you dry in the rain, while barring the road with ultraviolet radiation. Indeed, even in the rain, the UVA and the UVB attack the cells of the epidermis.
What is an anti-UV umbrella? How to use this type of umbrella? Is there a folding anti-UV uv umbrella, and an anti-UV golf umbrella? Here is the essential to know about umbrellas with anti-UV protection.
The anti UV umbrella is a specific model of umbrella. The coating of his canvas blocks a large part of the ultraviolet radiation emitted by the sun. The most effective products also filter UVB rays, responsible for sunburns.
Be careful not to confuse anti -UV umbrellas with umbrellas and parasols: the umbrella or parasol are in canvas, and only serve to protect you from sun exposure. Not all parasols and umbrellas guarantee strong anti-UV protection. The anti-UV umbrella is a waterproof 2 in 1 article, blocking both rain and ultraviolet rays.
When an umbrella is anti-UV, its seller indicates its degree of protection on the packaging. The intensity of the photo-protection is expressed with:
Often, anti-UV umbrella canvases are made with patented fabric. If the manufacturer specifies which material it is, do a search on the internet to know its properties against ultra-violet rays.
If no photo-protection is alleged in the technical sheet of an umbrella, it is not a real anti-UV umbrella.
The anti -UV, folding or classic umbrella is used like any umbrella. Store it in its cover, then unfold it in the event of a downpour.
Some tips are to be known when using this umbrella. Orient its inclination as a function of the position of the sun in the sky. Avoid exposing yourself directly to the light rays, and walk in the shade as much as possible.
There are more and more umbrellas with anti-UV protection. Here are the reasons for the popularity of this umbrella.
Its effectiveness
The first reason to buy an anti UV umbrella is its effectiveness against the dangers of UVB and UVA. These rays attack skin tissues. They cause damage to the epidermis. The risks are:
Please note: during the summer, the anti-UVA and anti-UVB umbrella does not replace other protections, such as sunglasses. This kind of umbrella completes your equipment when you expose yourself to the sun. If you wear a garment that discovers the skin (like a tank top), use sunscreen in addition to your anti-UV umbrella.
Its comfort of use
All anti-utraviolet umbrellas stop most of the ultraviolet radiation (almost 100 % for the best brands).
In addition, some anti -UV umbrellas block part of the heat generated by the sun's rays. The refreshing models are provided with a thermal shield, reducing the temperature perceived under the canvas up to 40 %.
If you select a large size, you will house two people under your anti UV umbrella, which protects both:
Its versatility
Anti-UV umbrellas are not reserved for holidays and sunny days. These articles are suitable for all seasons. The more you select a model with robust whales, the more the anti-UV umbrella will be versatile: it will house rain during summer thunderstorms, but also during fall storms.
If you want to use your anti UV umbrella as often as possible, opt for a Passe-Partout design model. Sports anti-UV umbrellas go wrong with city outfits. If you choose a sober article, you can associate it with all your clothes.
Its price
Thanks to the success of the umbrellas with anti-utraviolet protection, the offer has developed. Many brands offer this product at prices ranging from simple to triple.
Our advice: Avoid the first price anti-UV models, the frame of which is fragile. Prefer a wind-resistant-resistant range umbrella, or a high-end anti-UV umbrella that you will keep all your life.
The anti-UV umbrella covers a large number of styles. It is up to you to choose the article that best suits your tastes as well as to your needs, in terms of protection against ultraviolet sun.
Are you going on a trip, in a rainy and sunny place? Do you often walk? Slide an anti -UV folding umbrella into your luggage, or in your hiking bag. During your outdoor hobbies, you will benefit from a double protection against humidity, and against ultraviolet rays harmful to health.
The anti -UV foldable umbrellas are the most compact models. They are provided with an automatic opening device, and a manual or automatic closure. These are the travel umbrellas par excellence. Once dried, folded and stored in their protective case, these objects occupy little space.
The non -foldable anti UV umbrelors are larger than their folding equivalents. However, these umbrellas have several advantages. They are robust, and often more elegant.
The classic anti UV uv umbrella is ideal if you have a space for storing it, for example:
It often rains in your region? Invest in two excellent quality anti-UV uvors: a classic model for daily use, as well as a folding anti UV umbrella for weekend leisure.
The anti-UV golf umbrellas offer several guarantees:
This type of umbrella must imperatively be handy and solid. Buy a light golf anti UV uv user, which you will easily transport on the green. Favor products whose mast is made of metal, a material heavier than wood.
Do not forget to choose a model with an opaque and waterproof cover. More than just storage, the case of your anti UV golf umbrella is used to protect its coating when the object is folded. By avoiding damaging the canvas of your anti-UV umbrella, you extend its lifespan and promote its effectiveness.
Did you know? Our umbrellas all have an anti-UV canvas. For more details on the level of protection, go to the characteristics of our umbrellas.
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