UV Parasols and Umbrellas with UPF 50+ Sun Protection

✓ Melanoma International Foundation Recommended
✓ UPF 50+ Fabric Tested by SGS to AS/NZS 4399
✓ Up to 8°C Cooler

UV Parasols & Umbrellas

Sun Parasols with UPF 50+ Fabric: 99% of UV Rays Blocked

The Short Version: Why Choose a UV-Blocker Parasol

  • UPF 50+ Solarteck® fabric stops 100% of UVB and 99.97% of UVA
  • Up to 8°C cooler in the shade than in direct sun
  • Recommended by the Melanoma International Foundation and trusted by dermatologists
  • Founded by a melanoma survivor, Ron Walker, who knows what real protection means
  • 8 styles for golf, the beach, travelling and everyday shade

An ordinary umbrella keeps off rain, not UV. Dark fabric without a UPF rating still lets a significant amount of ultraviolet radiation through, and light colours let in even more. UV-Blocker parasols use our proprietary Solarteck® fabric, tested to UPF 50+, which blocks 99.97% of UVA and 100% of UVB rays. A reflective outer coating keeps you up to 8°C cooler than direct sun, and a navy blue underside absorbs scattered UV bouncing up from reflective surfaces like sand and concrete. UV-Blocker was founded by melanoma survivor Ron Walker and is recommended by the Melanoma International Foundation, so every parasol is designed by someone who knows what real sun protection means.

The Full Parasol Range

Golf UV Parasols

UV-Blocker 62-inch Golf UV Umbrella - one of our most popular UV umbrellas with UPF 50+ protection

157 cm Golf UV Umbrella

Fits a standard bag holder • Our most popular golf parasol

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UV-Blocker 68-inch Golf UV Umbrella with UPF 50+ maximum coverage

173 cm Golf UV Umbrella

Widest golf shade • Room for 2 golfers

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Beach UV Parasols

UV-Blocker 6ft Personal Beach UV Umbrella with UPF 50+ and sand anchor

Personal Beach Umbrella (1.8 m)

Sized for two • 2 kg • Sand anchor included

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UV-Blocker 7.5ft Large Beach UV Umbrella with UPF 50+ for families

Large Beach Umbrella (2.3 m)

Family-sized • 5.4 m² of shade • Heavy-duty anchor

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Compact & Travel Parasols

UV-Blocker Compact UV Umbrella with UPF 50+ for everyday use

UV Protection Compact Umbrella

Everyday carry • 107 cm arc • Opens and closes automatically

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UV-Blocker Travel UV Umbrella with UPF 50+ for carry-on bags

UV Protection Travel Umbrella

Fits carry-on bags • 44 cm folded • Lightweight

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UV-Blocker Large Folding UV Umbrella with UPF 50+ for medical conditions

Large Folding UV Umbrella

147 cm of coverage • Still portable • Top pick for medical needs

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Why a UV Parasol Is Essential Sun Protection

Sunscreen Alone Falls Short

You need to reapply sunscreen every 2 hours, and sweat breaks it down faster. The Skin Cancer Foundation reports that most people use only 25-50% of the recommended amount. A UV parasol gives steady UPF 50+ protection that doesn't degrade or wash off.

A Rain Umbrella Isn't Sun Protection

Umbrellas made for rain aren't made for UV, and even dark fabric that hasn't been UPF tested lets a significant amount of radiation through. Our Solarteck® fabric has been independently tested to UPF 50+ and blocks 99% of harmful rays.

Heat Makes UV Damage Worse

In the heat you sweat sunscreen off faster, and your skin becomes more vulnerable. Our reflective outer coating keeps you up to 8°C cooler than direct sun, and about 4°C cooler than standard umbrellas that hold in heat.

Reflected UV Can Still Reach You

Reflective surfaces send UV back up at you: sand reflects 15-25%, concrete 12% and water 10%. Under a standard umbrella that scattered UV bounces around and hits you from below, but our navy blue underside absorbs scattered UV instead.

UV Parasols Compared at a Glance

Model Size Best For Key Feature
173 cm Golf 173 cm arc Maximum course coverage Covers 2 golfers
157 cm Golf 157 cm arc Standard golf use Fits bag umbrella holder
Large Beach (2.3 m) 2.3 m canopy Family beach days 5.4 m² shade
Personal Beach (1.8 m) 1.8 m canopy Couples/solo 2 kg portable
Large Folding 147 cm arc Medical/daily walks Maximum portable coverage
Compact 107 cm arc Everyday carry Auto open/close
Travel 112 cm arc Air travel 44 cm folded length

UV Parasol FAQs

What does UPF 50+ mean for a parasol?

UPF stands for Ultraviolet Protection Factor, a measure of how much UV a fabric blocks. Our parasols are rated UPF 50+, and lab testing showed the fabric blocks 99.97% of UVA rays (which cause ageing and cancer) and 100% of UVB rays (which cause sunburn). It is the highest practical rating; anything above UPF 50 blocks 98% or more of UV. The fabric was also tested by SGS to AS/NZS 4399 and rated UPF 50+, Excellent protection.

Do UV parasols help on overcast days?

Yes, and overcast days are when they matter most. The US EPA says 80% of UV radiation gets through cloud, and Cancer Council notes that UV can't be seen or felt and is present on cool or overcast days. Because you don't feel the heat, it's easy to skip protection and burn without noticing. A UV parasol gives the same UPF 50+ protection whatever the cloud cover, at the times you're least likely to think you need it.

Why is the underside of a UV-Blocker parasol navy blue?

Sand (15-25%), water (10%) and concrete (12%) all reflect UV rays upward. A light-coloured umbrella interior sends those rays back down at you, effectively trapping UV under the canopy. Our dark navy blue underside absorbs scattered UV instead of bouncing it around, an important feature standard umbrellas don't have.

How is a UV parasol different from an ordinary umbrella?

Ordinary umbrellas use standard polyester made to shed water rather than block UV, and even dark colours without UPF testing let significant radiation through. UV parasols use specialised UV-blocking fabric that is independently tested and certified. Our Solarteck® fabric also reflects infrared heat, keeping you up to 8°C cooler than direct sun.

Should I still wear sunscreen under a UV parasol?

Yes. A UV parasol blocks over 99.9% of UVA and UVB while you're under it, but you won't be in its shade all the time. Use sunscreen as backup for the moments you step out, such as walking to the car or moving between places. Together they give full protection, with the parasol as your main defence and sunscreen for the in-between moments, which matches Cancer Council's advice to slop on SPF50+ sunscreen and seek shade.

Find the Right UV Parasol for You

All UV-Blocker parasols carry a certified UPF 50+ rating and are recommended by the Melanoma International Foundation. Pick the style that suits the way you live.