An umbrella is an integral and certainly a useful accessory in the modern world. Semiautomatic models make operation much easier. But, like other umbrellas, a semiautomatic device has not only advantages, but also disadvantages.
The difference between automatic and semi-automatic
To understand the fundamental difference between these two mechanisms, you need to understand how they work and what are their pros and cons.
Umbrellas with a semi-automatic mechanism are easier to operate. The handle is equipped with a button that opens the umbrella. But the dome has to be opened manually, as well as closed.
This is the main difference between automatic and semi-automatic. The automatic mechanism is faster to open. Just press a button and it will hide from the rain. This is especially convenient if your hands are busy with other things. Closing is automatic and with one hand.
Speed is the main advantage over the semiautomatic device.
The umbrella machine is equipped with a special mechanism that protects against strong winds and eversing the dome. On semi-automatic umbrellas this function is not always present.
In addition, some automatic models have a system for blocking from unplanned opening. The semiautomatic device is deprived of these functions.
The price of a semiautomatic device is in the average price range. But with respect to fully automatic models, it is much lower. The price also depends on additional functions, such as the “anti-wind”, for example. It is she who will save the product in bad weather.
Semiautomatic device is considered the most popular among consumers. Size varies by model design.
How to choose?
The first thing you should pay attention to when choosing an umbrella is the mechanism. The most durable of all umbrellas is considered a mechanical hand-held umbrella. The main advantage of such an accessory is a large dome compared to other models and design elegance.
When choosing, it is important to consider the material of the dome. For cheap models, manufacturers use polyester. For more expensive and high-quality products, the basis is a mixture of polyester and cotton. And in the cheapest models, the material for the dome is nylon.
But there are umbrellas with more modern materials that are of high quality. Water rolls off immediately from such a dome surface, and the surface always remains dry. These include pongee and Teflon-impregnated material.
As for the quality, it is determined by its skeleton, namely the spokes and the rod. The strength and wear resistance of the product depends on them. The entire metal structure is made of three types of materials: steel, aluminum, fiberglass.
In the first case, the product will be much heavier, but stronger and more resistant to gusts of wind. The aluminum construction is less durable than the rest. But fiberglass meets all the needs of the buyer - it is light and strong.
How to care?
Like any thing, an umbrella requires proper care so that its life is long.
The first thing you should pay attention to when leaving is proper drying.
Never dry umbrellas when fully open and near a battery or heating objects. It’s better if you just unzip it and hang it in that position on the doorknob or hook.
In addition to proper drying, it is necessary to properly clean the product from contamination. Open the umbrella and soap it with soap or detergent, the main thing is that it is gentle. Then wipe with a soft sponge or cloth and rinse with warm water.
Do not use aggressive fluids such as kerosene, gasoline or acetone for cleaning.
They will easily damage the material of which the dome is made. You can use a soft eraser to remove small scratches and dirt.
After that, it remains only to dry the accessory as described above. With proper cleaning and drying, the product can last several years.
Today, in addition to the usual materials, lace, vinyl, guipure and many others are used in the manufacture of umbrellas.
Transparent polyvinyl semi-automatic canes umbrellas are especially popular recently. How to care for them?
Sometimes for production, manufacturers cover the transparent dome with a special powder that prevents the material from sticking together. If during cleaning you removed all the powder and the dome stuck together, then just gently open it with your hands and then mechanically.
Wash an umbrella made of such material with cool water and only outside. And dried in an open form, avoiding heat sources.
