Are the ribs made of metal (aluminum) or some other material like plastic/fiberglass?
1286123
yes - - a lightweight metal. i just read the answers below. i had bigger, heavier umbrellas in another location and the wind literally bent and buckled them. these are neither lightweight nor flimsy but i wouldn't mess with big winds either...
1286124
Aluminum tubing.. have been through several severe thunderstorms here in Atlanta and my umbrella is doing fine but.. when we see severe T-storm or high wind weather reports we do roll it down. It just makes sense as even high dollar commercial umbrellas can only take so much.. :)
1286125
Unfortunately PLASTIC. The 2 piece pole, assembles and is pretty thick plastic. The tines I think are also a plastic/composite of some time. Not wooden-like as you would find in a "Market Umbrella".
813331
Outside is all metal..inside is durable plastic..I personally like the chest!
1223529
It is both metal and plastic. the main wing is plastic and the fuselage is metal.
931871
Made out of aluminum. Be careful, it comes apart after a couple of uses! I returned mind.
1965725
It's made of metal but very lightweight and it has hollow bars. We've had it about 3 months now and no problems so far.
877019
I don't know what metal it is made out, but this is a fantastic cage. I 100% love it, and so does my budgie
293561
The fan is made of cloth that is fairly stiff, not flimsy like silk. Fabric laced edges. The ribs are plastic. Nicely decorated. I use them very often (daily) and haven't had any of them rip or otherwise fall apart. I'm happy with both the bulk price I got for a dozen and with the fans themselves.
966184
Not metal but not exactly plastic. More like a fiberglass material, fairly hard, obviously only safe for potable water not to be used for storing chemicals or fuel.
1764906
Not a materials expert but the outside ribbing appears to be metal. It holds the same finish as the rest of the hardware and so far has been resistant and easy to clean.
893806
It's probably aluminum but it is definitely not plastic. It is some type of metal for sure.
152866
I'm not sure whether aluminum or steel, but it is fairly sturdy. It stood up to very strong winds.
1138450
I'm not sure of the exact material, but some type of composite or plastic. This is my 2nd one in 7 years of every day use. Very high quality
1038124
I know the poles are metal. Not sure about the ribs. Umbrella is in my husband's car and he's at work! It's a great product though- we love it!
999950
Not during the time I own it. I believe that it is constructed with Aluminum.
1923673
Plastic, there are metal pipes/rods, but they don't detract at all from design. The plastic feels high quality, and the door has held up well under heavy use.
1099263
No, it is aluminum. When I bought mine it said in the description that it was carbon fiber but it definitely is not.
244118
I think it is aluminum. Not heavy but very durable. We are more than pleased with this set. It is on a screened porch and is very comfy. The material has been very satisfactory-stain and rain repellant. The hook up is probably the least satisfactory- small hooks that connect the backs. The hooks fall off occasionally but not a big problem to put back on