Do you put water in the base, of not how heavy is it?
2027591
I love the size and shade of this umbrella. However, if you live in an area where there are strong breezes, or real wind, you must invest in an umbrella weight. The more it blends with your decor, or becomes invisible on your deck or patio the better. I chose a water filled rigid plastic weight that I can't hide, much to my dismay. And, then, to my ultimate embarrassment I neglected to drain it be for the Winter's first freeze, and, it became difficult to both thaw and move, despite being wheeled. However, the most important fact that I can impart, is the need to be very aware of the wind. I experienced a major 'swirl' that twisted the umbrella to the point that the topmost 'slide' fitting failed. I was fortunate in being able to replace it with a standard PVC plumbing fitting, and now am very satisfied with my rescue, but urge caution with your use. Enjoy, and be CAREFUL, literally. Dee White
982424
Should be able to move it without too much difficulty. It depends how much water or sand you put in the base.
1697666
Yes you put it in water. But this unit did not last but 2 days. I bought a different one.
732509
No. I've seen people put a bunch of sand bags on top to keep it relatively portable. I used water and then added a product that makes it solidify. They sell it on Amazon. Definitely use something or it will fall on you.
88215
make sure that you are filling on the side of the base that says that it is for water. (one side of the green base says fill here for water, one says fill here for food ) If you accidentally screw the wrong side of the base into the container, all the water will spill out. It works great when it is in the right side.
1167364
The base unit does not hold any water it only disperses the water through the center tube when you clean it, at the end of the season, the only thing that needs to be changed is the filter
2064495
I have this chafing dish and the booklet and you do not use water in the base. As a matter of fact the booklet says do not let water get into the base.
679694
Not so much, I admit it depends heavily on your arm strength but I didn't have any trouble. If you feel too heavy you can squeeze some water anyway.
716565
You don't need the base if you can get a glass under the spigot...Actually the spigot hangs below into the base area so it would have to be out to the edge of the cabinet for the spigot to hang and a glass to fill with the water...Don't forget you have to take the lid off to add water every day...
854281
If you fill it so there is no air in it, then it can't be a problem. Liquid water doesn't expand enough to be an issue.
1325407
No. Sitting on the counter it is solid. Setting in warm tap water will liquify it.
1298796
I haven't tried that, but as long as it is mixed well I think you could. I have only put water in mine and I love it.
1607153
You don't. It's one and done. Just like a cast iron base, you can't un-weight it. Be sure not to try water, it's not made to be water tight. Beyond that, it works great with a table.
964679
Simple answer no. But you could weight the holding container or "tare" first then subtrack its weight.
474740
It's not supposed to float. Fill up the water to the top of the feet. You may have to add more water as it steams.
729698
If you stack it on another stack or a stable surface. Obviously, don't stack it top down; give it a base. they work great.
1807342
Yes it is heavy and I decided that you really don't have to. If the remaining water was that hot and it stays sealed, no air gets in and it shouldn't ever get moldy or anything. I don't see why you can't just leave the water there until the next time you use it.