I'd like to put our outdoor umbrella with a flat iron base in the middle of this table. Is there any way to cut a hole in the middle of the tabletop without damage so we can use it with our umbrella? I'd like to put our outdoor umbrella with a flat iron base in the middle of this table. Is there any way to cut a hole in the middle of the tabletop without damage so we can use it with our... » Read More I'd like to put our outdoor umbrella with a flat iron base in the middle of this table. Is there any way to cut a hole in the middle of the tabletop without damage so we can use it with our umbrella? « Show Less
244633
I honestly don't know how it would affect the integrity of the table, however, it isn't a huge table so would be nice under the shade of your umbrella if it was situated near it!!
244634
The top is hollow. If I was to do this I would try to glue in a PVC insert to support the area and keep any liquid out.
244635
There is definitely space underneath the table for an iron base and the pole could go straight down without hitting anything. The top of the table isn't too thick, but I would be cautious about cutting into it.
244636
Personally, I wouldn't make that change due to concern of damage/cracking throughout.
244637
The aluminum frame doesn't cross in the middle on mine, so I'm sure with the right drill piece you could put a utility hole through the plastic in the center.
244638
Other good answers (doable; add a PVC insert). Keep in mind that this is doable if you are good at doing this type of stuff and have a good drill and so on. I'm decent, but not confident it would look great.
244639
If you had a large enough drill bit i think you could drill afew holes in a circle and "connect-the-dots" with an electric jig-saw. Thats an idea :)
244640
I don't think that would be possible it has thick hard plastic top that might crack the whole table.
1238102
Ellen, I just took out the umbrella pole, and it measures an inch and three quarters. ( 1 3/4 in.) The hole looks larger untill the pole is removed on my table and then you will see the casting is a little smaller in the center of the hole. It's a great patio set, showing no visible wear in over a year in southern Calif. ( not much rain this year either.) See my review under the name phillip.
2168672
There is not an umbrella hole and I don't think you could out one in without damaging e table. Great table otherwise. Really like it.
727628
MattWe wanted a dining patio table rather than a sit around table so I've just made it a table top feature by running the gas line under my new patio and up thru the umbrella hole in the table. We love it, but it sounds like you're looking for a drop in type of table.George
2260969
The table does have a center hole to accomidate an umbrella. cushions are redilay available for the chairs.I would recommend measuring the seat width and depth before buying cushions.
791714
I use an auger exactly like this with a cordless drill to set umbrellas in the sand. Even in soft sand where some of the material falls into the hole, it works fine. I drill the hole, insert the umbrella shaft and work it in, and then I pour some water around it to firm put he sand. It works like a charm. I borrowed this idea after seeing the 'beach boy workers" in Florida setting up rental umbrellas using this method.
1300118
I do not know what you mean by an umbrella hole ring. Mine came with a cover over the hole (is that it?). It is a very nice table, and quite sturdy.
612399
Unfortunately, there is no hole for an umbrella. You could drill a two-inch hole through the fire pit to fit the umbrella through, but burning coals would slip out. And sparks would set your umbrella ablaze. If you do this, please submit a picture!Alternatively, if you put the cover on the fire pit, you could put an umbrella base on top of the table, and then put the umbrella in the base.
1013654
The umbrella needs a heavy base to keep it from being blown over in a strong wind. If your table has an umbrella hole and you use a 25 or 30 lb base it is unlikely the umbrella will topple. The umbrella crank is about 40" from the ground and the crank needs to be above the umbrella hole in your table.
146239
The table comes with a heavy glass top. The table and the glass top have umbrella holes. You need to purchase an umbrella and base separately.
1918931
hithe umbrella can be use with the base or table. please note, make sure to close the umbrella on windy day.
2168673
There is not an umbrella hold in this table, but we did cut one in. Our umbrella sits in a stand on the ground below so the table doesn't need to provide any support. It works just fine. The women aspect of the table makes cutting a hold a bit tricky, but we're happy with the result. Also, most hardware stores (and online) sell little plastic inserts to smooth the rough edges.
1777950
I have 2 of these umbrellas. It should be fine just standing up in the table. It's a pretty tight fit
2260967
The table does have a center hole for an umbrella. We used a large green one last year. We have not purchased pillows for ours but I am sure you can easily find a pillow that will fit.
1621041
Sure, just build it as you normally would then after completed take the correct sized hole saw or paddel bit needed for the diameter of the umbrella pole and drill the hole. Just make sure when you place the center cross brace or two leg braces that they are not in the way of the hole in the center.
82860
Yes, that is one of the reasons I bought it. However, the table itself can't hold an umbrella since it is not heavy enough. But I still put my umbrella with the heavy base on the side. And the set still looks pretty. I love it :)
423873
Our set is on a deck partially under a roof and shaded by a large oak tree so I don't know ,but I normally go inside when we have high temperatures here in Alabama so I haven't experienced this problem. I think there is a hole in the table for an umbrella if you feel the sun is a problem.